Once you have gotten used to shooting a compound bow, weather
it is for archery or hunting, you will want to look at what optional extras
your bow supports. Generally speaking these are aids that will help you be more
accurate with your shots.
Just like used compound bows, you can buy second hand
stabilizers as they don't generally deteriorate with use.
These stabilizers will lead to the most noticeable
improvement in your shooting. You have probably seen other people use them and
they are the bar that sticks off the front of the bow. Originally, these were
tubes made out of metal but nowadays it is more common to see carbon tubes
instead.
There are 2 main benefits to using one;
When aiming you will be steadier because they act as a counter weight.
Carbon of course is somewhat lighter than metal. This makes
it easier to hold your stance while not tiring your shooting arm. The
stabilizer does have a weight at the end, which is how it keeps the bow steady.
Due to the kinetic energy and rhythmic flow involved, this allows the arrow to
follow a straight path. This means your shots will be more accurate. It also
means you can reproduce the same shot over and over again.
It also reduces the amount of vibrations caused by shooting
The stabilizer will also reduce the amount of vibration
caused when you release the arrow through dampeners. It is true that this is
unlikely to affect your performance directly, but it results in a quieter bow
and you will not notice the vibrations as much on your shooting arm.
The above should highlight that a compound bow stabilizer
can be a great addition. If you are a target shooter, then you will want to get
a longer one because they keep the bow more steady than the shorter versions
which are typically used for hunting.
If you are looking at used compound bows then you might find
that it comes with a range of accessories such as a stabilizer or bow quivers
so be sure to check the item specifics. You usually have to pay extra if you
are buying it new.
