Why is “forgiveness” important? “To err is human,” especially if that big buck you’ve been hunting suddenly appears and you can feel your heart pounding out of your chest. Adrenaline-pumping excitement is the reason we hunt, and one of the best reasons to make sure your bow set-up is forgiving. A forgiving set-up shoots accurately even if your form has a slight flaw, like punching the release, canting the bow, or palming it on a downward shot.
Practice Vs. Reality
Archers often practice in ideal situations. The range is close, they take a long time to release, and they repeatedly shoot from the same position. These practice methods are good for developing positive form, grouping arrows, and developing positive muscle memory. However, what happens when you shoot from a deck or on a 3-D course where you must thread an arrow between tree branches or shoot at a steep upward angle? If your bow is “forgiving,” you can have minor inconsistencies in form, yet the arrow still strikes true. If you are experiencing these issues, here are three suggestions for tighter groups and more on-target arrows.
