If you mention fish hunting, some people would think you are wrong. However, fish hunting is real. Have you ever heard of anything like bowfishing? Well, bow fishing is one the fast growing water sports. As the name suggests, it is not a contemporary fishing method but a kind of fishing that uses a bow and an arrow. The basic principle is quite simple- spot fish, draw back the bow and arrow, aim and hit the target. If your aim is good, you reel your fish- that simple.
But What Is Bowfishing In A Nutshell?
Bow fishing is a specialised method of fishing where specialised archery (bow and arrows) is used to shoot and retrieve fish. The arrow is specially designed with a barbed tip to ensure that the fish does not get lose. For easy fish retrieval, the reel is mounted on the bow. It is a very easy and enjoyable method of fishing. In most cases, it is used as a sport. However, it is not a new thing as some of us would tend to think. Bow fishing has been used for ages. In fact, the early man used bow fishing and spearfishing as the main methods of fishing. Do you know that Indians in the Amazon River basin still do bow fishing today? Well, that is a fact.
Beginner Tips
Bow fishing is fun and not limited to age. At the same time, it is not difficult as it may appear. If you want to bow fish for the first time, you to two things: aiming skills and quality equipment:
Aiming Skills
Use of archery can be a little bit tricky for beginners, but they are easy to learn. The major challenge that beginners have is missing the mark, even those with amazing aiming skills. Since the fish is under water, refraction could could make it difficult to discern the actual passion of the fish. So, this is one of the sports where you don’t trust your eyes but your brains. You will need to learn and practice the concept of “aim low.”
Equipment
There are three main components that you need, and that is a bow, a reel, and a fishing arrow. However, quality matters and thus you must get the best the market. Don’t be tempted to for an old hunting bow since it might work for you. Bow fishing uses specialised archery, and that is the reason it is important to buy from a reputable manufacturer. Here are some the best-seller bows.
1 Samick Sage Takedown Recurve Bow
It is one of the best-selling bowfishing recurve bows that you can find. It comes with a B-50 string, and arrow resets features making it perfect for both newbies and professionals. Its 62” length ensures stability and smooth shooting while the takedown option allows for easy exchange of limbs. The limbs are Hard Maple with black fiberglass which is extremely durable. The maximum draw length is
Pros
· Great option for beginners
· Highly durable
· Takedown feature
Cons
· Limited draw length -29.”
2. Bear Archery Brave Bow Set
If you want to go bow fishing with your children, then Bear Brave is the perfect bow for you. With axle to axle length of 26”, the bow works great for the kids. Besides that, that bow is not heavy since its net weight is about 2 lbs which is a perfect weight for the children. That also means that portability is not an issue. Other features that make the bow stand out include finger roller, whisker biscuit, armguard, and arrow quiver.
Pros
· Affordable
· Good for children
· Durable
Cons
· Non-adjustable length
3. Crosman Archery Sentinel Youth Recurve Bow
Youth Recurve bow is one of the premium bows specially designed for professional hunters. The bow is made using the highest quality components. The limbs are made from heavyweight fiberglass which extremely durable. Youth Recurve bow is 45” tip to tip, and thus it has impressive balance while shooting. The maximum draw is 25” while the brace height is 8” which is impressive.
Pros
· Custom string
· quality components
· Easy to use
· Longer useful life
Cons
· Draw length limited to 25”
Where Can You Do Bow Fishing?
Unlike the traditional method of fishing, you have to be very selective for successful bow fishing expedition. First, you need to decide the type of fish species that you want to hunt. Second is the level of the water. Bow fishing is best done in very shallow water where the fish can be seen clearly. That is the only that you will be able to aim and shoot your bow. So the best places in rivers hallow lakes, and coastline. You can use a boat if you are fishing in the lake or coastline.
So if you want to take bowfishing as your holiday water sport, now you know what you need.
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