# ArcheryReviews

> Archery guides: compound, recurve, traditional and youth bows, crossbows, arrows and broadheads, sights and rests, releases, targets, cases and safety gear, explained for every level.

ArcheryReviews publishes archery equipment reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Buying guides](https://archeryreviews.com/guides): how to choose
- [Glossary](https://archeryreviews.com/glossary): archery equipment terms defined
- [Work with us](https://archeryreviews.com/work-with-us): how brands partner with ArcheryReviews for reviews and reader codes
- [How we test](https://archeryreviews.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Compound bows](https://archeryreviews.com/category/compound-bows): Compound bows for hunting and target, adjustable beginner bows, draw length and weight, and bow packages.
- [Arrows & points](https://archeryreviews.com/category/arrows): Carbon, aluminum and wood arrows, spine charts, field points, broadheads, fletching and nocks.
- [Targets & practice](https://archeryreviews.com/category/targets): Bag, block and foam targets, 3D animal targets, backstops and backyard range setup.
- [Youth & beginners](https://archeryreviews.com/category/youth-beginners): First bows for adults and kids, youth programs, lessons and what to buy first.

## Buying guides
- [Arrow Spine Explained: How to Choose the Right Arrows](https://archeryreviews.com/guides/arrow-spine-explained): Spine is how much an arrow shaft bends. It must match your bow's draw weight, your arrow length and your point weight: too weak and the arrow flexes too much, too stiff and it will not flex enough, and either way groups open up. Find your draw weight and arrow length on the arrow maker's spine chart, then choose the shaft it lists.
- [Choosing an Archery Target: Bag, Block or 3D](https://archeryreviews.com/guides/choosing-an-archery-target): Bag targets stop field points well, are easy to pull arrows from and are affordable, but they cannot take broadheads. Layered foam blocks handle field points and, if rated, broadheads, and last longer. 3D targets add realistic practice for hunters. Always check the target's rating against your bow's speed and draw weight, and set up a safe backstop with a clear area behind it.
- [Compound vs Recurve Bow: Which Should You Start With?](https://archeryreviews.com/guides/compound-vs-recurve-bow): Compound bows use cams that reduce the holding weight at full draw (let-off), and usually carry sights and a release aid, so they are easier to shoot accurately quickly and dominate bowhunting. Recurve bows are simpler, lighter and quieter, teach strong fundamentals and are the bow used in Olympic archery. Choose by what you want to do: hunting or quick accuracy points to compound; target archery, traditional shooting or simplicity points to recurve.
- [How to Measure Your Draw Length for a Bow](https://archeryreviews.com/guides/how-to-measure-draw-length): Stand with your arms spread wide, palms forward, and measure fingertip to fingertip in inches. Divide by 2.5 for a starting draw length. A compound bow should be set to that length so you reach full draw with good form; recurves and longbows have no fixed draw length but are rated for draw weight at 28 inches. Confirm the measurement at a pro shop before you buy or tune a bow.

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