Start here: choose your first bow path

New to archery? Pick the path that matches your goal, then open a living guide. These links point to pages that exist on Bow Advice.

0. Decide compound vs recurve (and draw weight)

Compound vs recurve · Draw weight guide · How we research

1. Recurve for learning form

Best recurve bows for beginners · Best recurve bows

2. Compound for hunting or backyard practice

Best compound bows · Compounds under $500 · Deer hunting compounds

3. Crossbow path

Best crossbows · Best crossbows for hunting

4. Longbow / traditional

Best longbows

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