What poundage for a boy-15yrs, 5'8",150 lbs? How about a woman 65yrs, 5'2",130lbs? They have both shot before, so not total beginners.
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Hello, For the 15 year old with the build as you describe I would recommend the 28# Wildcat. For a 65 year old woman with the build you describe I would recommend the 24# Wildcat. This should be enough strength to shoot out to distances of 30-40+ yards comfortably.
617412
a little much for our 4 yr old grandson, shoots about 30 yrds. Great for a beginner, your son would probably outgrow it
1071981
Sandy, I would not recommend this bow for a 40 year old male. This is a light, 10-20# bow. My son is 11 yrs old, and he uses a 35# bow at his dad's house for hunting. I got this bow for him because it is a NASP approved bow--National Archery for the Schools Program. This is the only bow he can use to take archery in school. I would recommend a heavier bow for your son, especially if he intends to hunt with it.
1534853
No it's an amazing bow! Great for first time bow hunter/ Archery, kids or Pros. Draw weight goes down to 5 pounds which was great for my 6 year old and in a female and draw back 30 pounds of weight. My husband draws about 60 back. Once you test shoot it and get it sighted in where you want it then this bow will last you for years! :)
78719
believe that the amount of pounds the recurve is rated at is a standard draw of 28 inches. at the draw of 28 inches is 50lbs for a recurve rated 50lbs. still I pull my bow 30 inches which increases the poundage. I shoot 31 inch arrows with a inch left over the front. of course one could draw further depends on length of arm and strength.
265610
I have a medium sized ball. I have a partner who is 250 at the most and I have found that the ball is not big enough or resistant enough for a larger, heavier person wishing to use it as it is advertised.
520144
Good morning, LeLe. Please do not exceed over 15 lbs. I hope you find this information helpful. Adreanna - Plow & Hearth Customer Service
2199978
For women 20lbs for men between 20 and 30. However I do 15 starting out. Everyone is different and you can find more info online.
2237069
Thank you for the info on DC 14 and 15. I looked up the HSN.com they sellDyson on their TV program. They listed DC14 at 18.5lb, and DC15 at 28lb.Your post says DC15 is one pound heavier. Which is it?
178647
I've never had any formal training and I'm not aware of any suggested guidelines in bow size to a persons height. I've shot it myself and the experience was about the same as an adult size bow; just easier to draw.
2270141
It really depends on how much weight you plan on using. I don't think I've gone much heavier than 150lbs, but it's a very solid piece of equipment, the padding is sturdy and doesn't spread too much either!
1428151
The previous answers are right on. 50 pounds plus. One thing though, the Caldwell shot bags tore and had to be taped up (mylar) after about 4 months. Best to use the bags the shot comes in.
838594
I'm 135 pounds, 5'8 and it works ok for me. If he wants something to pack a punch he may want to go a bit bigger. This bat works great for me though. My neighbors have given me free range to come into their yard to retrieve all the balls I hit over the fence with this bat :)I just read Brad's answer. Sounds like he really knows his stuff. And if you get a bigger back it'll grow with him.
1849254
hey Kim, I'm shooting at 52lbs. seems to fly well. Very close to my field tips.
1943688
Both my son's had no problems and they were 7-9 at the time. Very good gun for that age range in my opinion.
1998441
I suppose that depends on what you mean by average. My daughter is 34 and petite so no problem, my son in law is a pretty stout young man and he's fine too. I'm in the 300 lb range and no way my rear makes in LOL!! But they both love it
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The girls in the video use a 7pounder. I use 8 pounds for one video and 12 for another. Depends on what you're comfortable with.