2021 Rokslide Cold Bow Challenge Question/Comment Thread

[Trumpkin The Dwarf]

Thanks Trumpkin. Seems listening to you and other traditionals that it’s more perishable than compound shooting.


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Very much so. We don't have the benefits of draw stops, releases, bubble levels, or peep sights. Repeatable alignment is entirely dependent on our body's skeletal structure being manipulated into an optimal position. The better I get as a shooter, the easier it is to pick up a cold bow and be accurate, but it's still very perishable.

 

[justin davis]

Day 4 shot. My worst shot so far. Still in the kill zone but bigger margin of error.

 

[CB4]

First timer to the CBC and just wrapped up. Got closer and closer to the perfect shot each day. Went from missing the target to what I would say would be a heart shot. Really enjoy seeing everyone go through the ups and downs of shooting just like me. Now time to really dial in the sight!

 

[robby denning]

Day 4 shot. My worst shot so far. Still in the kill zone but bigger margin of error.

I checked out your sequence, look like they’re all dead bucks to me


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[bjfoxhoven]

My first shot today (not for the CBC, but at my MER) was still a kill, but barely in the zone. And my shooting was generally poor today. More validation that 5 days without practice is not healthy for stickbow skills. I have the ability to make it work for 5 days, but it's not a good position to be in. Thanks again @robby denning and the rest of the Rokslide crew for putting this on every year. I learn something new every time I participate.

Man you ain’t kidding. My release goes to heck. Play mental games with myself at full draw that causes target panic a little too. Last couple shots I was more “clean headed” just focusing on back tansjon and the shot and the shots were generally better. I shoot a couple dozen arrows daily in my garage and try to get extended practice about 3/week usually. I enjoy the commitment it takes though.

 

[Zdub02]

Wrapped up my first CBC with a 3/5 finish. Will definitely be practicing more with broadheads at odd yardages until fall. This was a great challenge and eye opener for ways to improve how I practice. Good luck to the remaining shooters.

 

[Clarktar]

Got my first entry up today! Feels good to shoot!

 

[robby denning]

Got my first entry up today! Feels good to shoot!

Good to have you in.


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[robby denning]

So cold bow is over for me as of yesterday’s single arrow. Never shot any more arrows. Walked out today, just like I was doing a sixth day, nailed it. And today was the most wind I shot in during the entire Challenge. Two arrows in a row. The nerves get to me when CBC is open.

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[justin davis]

I checked out your sequence, look like they’re all dead bucks to me


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Thanks! Yea I think so

 

[robby denning]

Not sure if you guys of followed Randy Ulmer‘s shooting this year in the lead post? I think it’s pretty cool a guy like him can just fess it up when he knows his MER needs to be cut. He didn’t say a lot other than he’s just a little shaky this year. Pretty cool that he would still come out for the challenge. And looking at his group, I’d say he’s doing just fine.


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[ShakeDown]

All one with my first CBC with a recurve. Man I have some serious work to do. I decided against entering with the compounds, but did take one cold shot with each of my rigs. I shoot the Nock2it and the Silverback.

Deer/antelope set up:
VXR 31.5 @ #64 w/ 29 5/8 DL
MBG Ascent Verdict 3 pin w/ 6” bar
Hamskea Trinity rest
Bee Stinger front and back bar
Catfish Customs strings
~400gr Easton Hexx 330s w/ 4 fletch Q2i Fusions @307fps
125gr Sevr 2.1



Elk rig:
Vertix @ 78# w/ 29.5 DL
Spot Hogg Fast Eddie XL double pin
Mathews Integrate Rest
WickStick 12” front stab
Catfish Custom Strings
560gr Easton Axis 260s w/ 4 AAE Max Stealths @ 278fps
125gr Sevr 1.5s



Shot at 70yds, slight wind gusts swirling.

 

[Jimbob]

All one with my first CBC with a recurve. Man I have some serious work to do. I decided against entering with the compounds, but did take one cold shot with each of my rigs. I shoot the Nock2it and the Silverback.

Deer/antelope set up:
VXR 31.5 @ #64 w/ 29 5/8 DL
MBG Ascent Verdict 3 pin w/ 6” bar
Hamskea Trinity rest
Bee Stinger front and back bar
Catfish Customs strings
~400gr Easton Hexx 330s w/ 4 fletch Q2i Fusions @307fps
125gr Sevr 2.1

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Elk rig:
Vertix @ 78# w/ 29.5 DL
Spot Hogg Fast Eddie XL double pin
Mathews Integrate Rest
WickStick 12” front stab
Catfish Custom Strings
560gr Easton Axis 260s w/ 4 AAE Max Stealths @ 278fps
125gr Sevr 1.5s

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Shot at 70yds, slight wind gusts swirling.

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I like your elk set-up.

Last year I shot my vertix at 75 lbs with axis 260 and 1.5 sevrs, took a nice mountain goat. However, I felt the draw was a little harsh and went back to 70 lbs with 300 axis. I just shoot the bow better at 70 lbs as well. Nice work!

 

[robby denning]

All one with my first CBC with a recurve. Man I have some serious work to do. I decided against entering with the compounds, but did take one cold shot with each of my rigs. I shoot the Nock2it and the Silverback.

Deer/antelope set up:
VXR 31.5 @ #64 w/ 29 5/8 DL
MBG Ascent Verdict 3 pin w/ 6” bar
Hamskea Trinity rest
Bee Stinger front and back bar
Catfish Customs strings
~400gr Easton Hexx 330s w/ 4 fletch Q2i Fusions @307fps
125gr Sevr 2.1

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Elk rig:
Vertix @ 78# w/ 29.5 DL
Spot Hogg Fast Eddie XL double pin
Mathews Integrate Rest
WickStick 12” front stab
Catfish Custom Strings
560gr Easton Axis 260s w/ 4 AAE Max Stealths @ 278fps
125gr Sevr 1.5s

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Shot at 70yds, slight wind gusts swirling.

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I checked out your post number 115. Thanks for coming out man. And Ti be brave enough to be honest. You’ll be a better bow hunter for it


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[justin davis]

Ended the challenge with a great arrow! Finally hit what I’ve been wanting too ha. Some great shooters Doing the challenge this year. Im
Excited for hunting season! Ha

 

[robby denning]

Ended the challenge with a great arrow! Finally hit what I’ve been wanting too ha. Some great shooters Doing the challenge this year. Im
Excited for hunting season! Ha

Strong finish Justin. You shot in the whole gamut of weather for sure.


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[Clarktar]

Good to have you in.


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I hear that alot! Second shot up!

 

[justin davis]

Strong finish Justin. You shot in the whole gamut of weather for sure.


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Thankyou! Yea it’s been an interesting spring. Had felt more like winter lately

 

[Sdsmith1002]

Thanks for putting this together. Whether or not we, (archery hunters) are taking part in the cold bow challenge I think this is an awesome practice to put in place, so we can understand our limits then shatter them. It looks like this encourages a ton of growth in shooters. Thanks again.

 

[PAhntr91]

Just finished up my first CBC. I feel I got better every shot. Gained confidence gonna keep practicing some longer shots. Try and tighten up. I like this concept. May just keep doing this once a month. Thanks guys.