These are the biggest blunders even experienced deer hunters-myself included-have admitted to making, along with tips to help you avoid them.
Oct 1, 2007
Don't Fear Change
The Mistake: I once put a new rest on my bow two weeks before the season started. I didn't really like the finicky little thing, but I figured it would be okay. One morning a 140-inch buck tipped within 15 yards. As I drew, the arrow slid off the shelf and popped off the string, dropping almost directly on the deer. The buck hopped sideways and sauntered off.
The Fix: If you don't like your bow rest, sight or release, change it. If your rifle's trigger pull is too heavy, have a gunsmith lighten it up. Don't let a little thing cost you a buck. It's not worth it.
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