Should I get a recurve or a longbow?
After youve decided to shoot with a traditional bow, you must still decide whether youre going to use a recurve or a longbow. The fast, natural pointing ability and the forgiveness of the longbow makes it a great bow for beginnersand experienced shooters, too. The longbow is lighter than the recurve, making it easier to carry in the field all day. Its straight, slender, and lightweight. When strung, the limbs curve back in the direction of the shooter. The superior speed and compactness of the recurve make it a popular choice among more experienced traditional shooters. Its a shorter traditional bow and it is much faster than the longbow. When strung, the tips on the recurve curve away from the shooter.
