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Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story

Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story
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Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story
 
4.6

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92%

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  • Easy to understand (12)
  • Informative (12)
  • Relevant (11)
  • Deserves multiple readings (10)
  • Well written (10)

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    • Older readers (3)
    • Younger readers (3)
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    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Spot On!

    I have read all of Fred Asbell's books and have his instructional video. This book is his best by far. My only criticism, and it is minor, is that the book is a ...Read complete review

    I have read all of Fred Asbell's books and have his instructional video. This book is his best by far. My only criticism, and it is minor, is that the book is a little wordy. The entire book is a must read for the both the new and sophisticated instinctive shooter. The best chapter is "Why We Miss." I am relatively new to archery. However, I have been shooting shotguns using the instinctive technique since 1987. I have read many books, viewed many videos, and taken several clinics on instinctive shooting here and abroad. The basics for shotgunning and archery are the same. Asbell has very nicely applied the basics to the specific mechanics of drawing a bow and letting an arrow fly. I was hesitant to buy this book for fear I was wasting money on repetition. Of course, some of the material is covered in his early books. However, the evolution and refinement in his thinking from his first book to this book is very clear. He has explained the need to master the mechanical fundamentals. Yet, he makes it clear that you cannot think about the mechanics when taking the shot. You must concentrate, concentrate, concentrate on the target and "let it happen." As one of my shooting instructors kept saying "believe in the force." My greatest flaw in shooting instinctively is that I tend to analyze the shot when taking it. And that leads almost invariably to a miss. When I let it happen and believe in the force, it seems I can't miss. Yet, I can't tell you exactly what I did to hit. When you read this book it should be with an open mind and a willingness to learn and to practice a lot (practicing the right techniques -- perfect practice makes perfect). When I first began to learn instinctive shooting I had been shooting a lot of American skeet -- gun mounted and very formulaic as to leads, etc. When I attended my first instinctive shooting clinic and shot instinctively at the first target -- the equivalent of low house 7 in skeet, a very easy target -- I missed and missed and missed and missed. I stunk up the place. However, I was determined to shoot instinctively. By the end of the 3 day course, I virtually couldn't miss. When I returned to my skeet squad I continued to shoot instinctively much to the amazement of all I did shoot 25 straights and I shot every target out of the house, broken, wobbling, whatever. It is in the hunting field, however, that instinctive shooting really shines. Do I miss now? Yes! And it's usually because I didn't concentrate on the target and was thinking about gun mount, target angle, etc. If you want to become a better instinctive shooter, the information in this book, if followed, will help. I'm following up this book with Asbell's instinctive shooting clinic. Hands on coaching by someone who knows what they are doing beats just reading about it.

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    He Has Better Offerings

    Instinctive Shooting I & II were artful and masterful how-to manuals. This text is a careless effort, best left on the vendor's shelf. Long bows have not changed, nor have their handles-it...Read complete review

    Instinctive Shooting I & II were artful and masterful how-to manuals. This text is a careless effort, best left on the vendor's shelf. Long bows have not changed, nor have their handles-it is simply that a new design,the hybrid bow, is in need of a consumer, and G. Fred helped no one shot it. Second, can one write about penentration without referencing the works of Dr. Ed Ashby? New to the traditional-by I or II!

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    3/12/2013
     
    5.0

    Spot On!

    By gimpyinlincoln

    from Lincoln, MA

    About Me Bookworm

    Pros

    • Best Instinctive Shooting
    • Easy To Understand
    • Informative
    • Insightful
    • Relevant
    • Well Written

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • INSTRUCTIONAL
      • Open Thinkers
      • Reference
      • Students Of The Sport

      Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

      I have read all of Fred Asbell's books and have his instructional video. This book is his best by far. My only criticism, and it is minor, is that the book is a little wordy. The entire book is a must read for the both the new and sophisticated instinctive shooter. The best chapter is "Why We Miss." I am relatively new to archery. However, I have been shooting shotguns using the instinctive technique since 1987. I have read many books, viewed many videos, and taken several clinics on instinctive shooting here and abroad. The basics for shotgunning and archery are the same. Asbell has very nicely applied the basics to the specific mechanics of drawing a bow and letting an arrow fly. I was hesitant to buy this book for fear I was wasting money on repetition. Of course, some of the material is covered in his early books. However, the evolution and refinement in his thinking from his first book to this book is very clear. He has explained the need to master the mechanical fundamentals. Yet, he makes it clear that you cannot think about the mechanics when taking the shot. You must concentrate, concentrate, concentrate on the target and "let it happen." As one of my shooting instructors kept saying "believe in the force." My greatest flaw in shooting instinctively is that I tend to analyze the shot when taking it. And that leads almost invariably to a miss. When I let it happen and believe in the force, it seems I can't miss. Yet, I can't tell you exactly what I did to hit. When you read this book it should be with an open mind and a willingness to learn and to practice a lot (practicing the right techniques -- perfect practice makes perfect). When I first began to learn instinctive shooting I had been shooting a lot of American skeet -- gun mounted and very formulaic as to leads, etc. When I attended my first instinctive shooting clinic and shot instinctively at the first target -- the equivalent of low house 7 in skeet, a very easy target -- I missed and missed and missed and missed. I stunk up the place. However, I was determined to shoot instinctively. By the end of the 3 day course, I virtually couldn't miss. When I returned to my skeet squad I continued to shoot instinctively much to the amazement of all I did shoot 25 straights and I shot every target out of the house, broken, wobbling, whatever. It is in the hunting field, however, that instinctive shooting really shines. Do I miss now? Yes! And it's usually because I didn't concentrate on the target and was thinking about gun mount, target angle, etc. If you want to become a better instinctive shooter, the information in this book, if followed, will help. I'm following up this book with Asbell's instinctive shooting clinic. Hands on coaching by someone who knows what they are doing beats just reading about it.

      Service and delivery comments:

      As usual delivery was prompt.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      2/6/2013
       
      2.0

      He Has Better Offerings

      By Dangr

      from Spokane, WA

      About Me Everyday Reader

      Pros

        Cons

        • Disappointing

        Best Uses

        • Special Needs

        Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

        Instinctive Shooting I & II were artful and masterful how-to manuals. This text is a careless effort, best left on the vendor's shelf. Long bows have not changed, nor have their handles-it is simply that a new design,the hybrid bow, is in need of a consumer, and G. Fred helped no one shot it. Second, can one write about penentration without referencing the works of Dr. Ed Ashby? New to the traditional-by I or II!

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        1/9/2013
         
        5.0

        Game Changer

        By Scott P

        from Farmington NM

        About Me Everyday Reader

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Deserves Multiple Readings
        • Easy To Understand
        • Informative

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Older Readers
          • Reference
          • Younger Readers

          Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

          This book helped ME tremedously after reading it. G. Fred hits the bulls eye with this book.If you put these practices to work you WILL become a much better instinctive shooter.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          11/6/2012
           
          5.0

          The Definitive Source on Shooting

          By Chuck

          from Nashville TN

          About Me Everyday Reader

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Deserves Multiple Readings
          • Easy To Understand
          • Informative
          • Relevant
          • Well Written

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Gift
            • Reference

            Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

            I would highly recommend this book for beginners and experienced shooters alike. I read Mr. Asbell's first book on Instinctive Shooting in the late eighties. His insight, technique and ability to articulate the fine points of shooting are unparalleled. I really liked his exercise suggestions. I liked the fact that he makes the technique distinctions when appropriate between recurves and longbows

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            8/1/2012
             
            5.0

            Prime source on instinctive...

            By Ozzie

            from Miami, FL

            About Me Everyday Reader

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Deserves Multiple Readings
            • Easy To Understand
            • Informative
            • Relevant

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Reference

              Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

              Asbell has a gift for describing all aspects of instinctive shooting in a way that makes comprehension easy.....

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              6/4/2012
               
              5.0

              This book is a must

              By Pen

              from Ocean View, Delaware

              About Me Everyday Reader

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Deserves Multiple Readings
              • Does what it says
              • Easy To Understand
              • Informative
              • Inspirational
              • Relevant
              • Technique improved
              • Well Written

              Cons

              • NONE

              Best Uses

              • Hunting recreational

              Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

              I had been away from hunting and recreational archery for many years. A friend recommended 3 Rivers Archery as a good place to start to get back into the sport. Upon contacting one of the advisors they suggested Instinticitive Shooting II along with the video. It was a great place to start and saved me many hours of trial and error. When Advanced Instinctive Shooting became available I ordered the book based upon my experience with Instinctive Shooting II and the video. I was not disappointed. This was like Instinctive Shooting (grad school). My groups are much tighter, my shooting is much more consistent and my accuracy at longer distances has improved greatly. This book is a must for anyone who wants to improve in the sport.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              12/22/2011
               
              5.0

              Great Book

              By Laura

              from New Albany IN

              About Me Everyday Reader

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Deserves Multiple Readings
              • Easy To Understand
              • Great info
              • Informative
              • Quick read
              • Relevant
              • Well Written

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Gift
                • Older Readers
                • Reference
                • Younger Readers

                Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

                Both my 14 year old daughter and I read this and enjoyed the stories and got some good info out of Fred's explanations. Can't wait to try it his techniques the new bow I'm getting for Christmas!

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                11/22/2011
                 
                4.0

                Best of the bunch!

                By fat tony

                from Muskogee, OK

                About Me Everyday Reader

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Deserves Multiple Readings
                • Easy To Understand
                • Informative
                • Relevant
                • Well Written

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Gift
                  • Reference

                  Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

                  The best book of the series (and I haven't even finished it yet)!

                  Service and delivery comments:

                  I placed my order online on a Sunday and received it on Wednesday the same week, with standard ground shipping! VERY PLEASED!

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  11/14/2011
                   
                  4.0

                  Excellent

                  By Jorge

                  from Bilbao, Spain

                  About Me Everyday Reader

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Understand
                  • Informative
                  • Relevant
                  • Well Written

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Gift

                    Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

                    Wonderful book and not only for Asbell style fans, it helps to each hunter

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                    3/12/2011
                     
                    5.0

                    Best Shooting Book Yet

                    By Stompy

                    from W. TN

                    About Me Casual Reader

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Deserves Multiple Readings
                    • Easy To Understand
                    • Informative
                    • Relevant
                    • Well Written

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Reference

                      Comments about Advanced Instinctive Shooting For Bowhunting ...The Rest of the Story:

                      Helped me analyze and fix some problems with the basics that I had let slip through the cracks over the years. Very easy to understand and apply these lessons and very well organized book. Fun read too...Fred was in top form writing this one.
                      My arrows are flying straight and true again. So glad I bought this book!

                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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