Off the Arrow Shelf

Welcome to episode 40 from Off the Arrow Shelf. In this podcast episode I going to explain what an archery field course is, how they work, you move round it etc. It comes about from a discussion I was having the other day with someone and I thought it might be of interest to others. It's based on my experiences of NFAS (National Field Archery Society) here in the UK. As always, I hope you and all...

Very quick update on why I've been so quiet over recent weeks, largely due to not being 100%  In this episode I mentioned High power Archery Podcasts website https://www.highpowerarchery.com/ Please check out their podcasts, YouTube and website. Also check out the Barebow Archery Podcast https://anchor.fm/glenn-pringle Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening.  #bows #arrow...

This may sound a bit strange but I’m seeing and hearing more archers say that they have less confidence now after the enforced break due to lockdowns and less opportunity to be out shooting. I offer my thoughts and a couple of suggestions on what you can do if you are feeling a little anxious. Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #arc...

In this mini podcast I am focussing on the potential dangers of chasing a 300 feet per second arrow speed from your bow, when shooting at NFAS competitions. This 300 fps limit figure is something NFAS enforces and set in the rules for compound and crossbows. I also mention how chasing speed with light arrows can be bad for trad archers Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening. #bows...

It’s a personal preference and in this podcast I’m offering my thoughts on the matter after a discussion on a Facebook group. I’ve also included a link to Dixie Leather article on my website. https://offthearrowshelf.com/2015/08/13/equipment-review-custom-archery-tabs-from-dixie-leathercraft/ Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #arch...

So as the title states the house has been hit by COVID so apologies if this isn't as polished or organised as other episodes. I wanted to offer my thoughts on the role of marshals and other official at archery shoots following a series of posts on an archery Facebook group and recent proposals by the NFAS. Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archery...

I wanted to create mini podcast following a chat with Rich from Archery Geek Outdoors @A_G_Outdoors ( https://archerygeekoutdoors.podbean.com/ about the importance of actual practise rather than just going through the motions of shooting arrows Stay safe, enjoy your archery and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archerypractise #archeryfamily #archery #archerypodca...

Happy New Year all. First podcast of 2022 and I hope it finds you all well and happy. In this podcast I mention how good it is to have Angel Garcia of High Power Archery podcasts back again, along with Anthony from Off Centre Archers. I try to explain why I'm not sponsored or use this podcast and website to generate funds. I go into some details about the joys of coaching a young club member as th...

In this podcast I discuss some of the archery books on my bookshelf that listeners might find of interest. Shooting the Stickbow: A Practical Approach to Classical Archery 3rd ed by Anthony Camera – I have the 2nd edition version. Controlled Process Shooting: The Science of Target Panic by Joel Turner Instinctive Archery Insights Revised Edition by Jay Kidwell. Beginner's Guide to Traditional Arch...

So in this episode I have a Sunday off from Archery coaching and trying to answer a couple of question I get asked lots is What kind of bow I should buy?  Should I go for a one-piece recurve verses takedown recurve? These questions always make me a little nervous as I feel that buying a bow is so personal, So I’m going to try and discuss options, like bolt on limbs for some risers, compared w...

Something a little different in this episode. I ran a series of coaching sessions on Sunday and in the gaps before or after each, I decided to try and record some thoughts and observations. I hope it gives a bit of an insight into the sort of things I get up to when it comes to coaching and activities down at the archery wood, like searching for wayward arrows. It starts with a bit of me waffling...

Sharing an idea of using images from films and computer games as a coaching guide to help young archers identify what is appropriate or not foe their style of shooting. My thanks to NUsensei for his feedback on Instagram post too  I really enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, you can drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the websit...

In this podcast I'm going to briefly look at the impact of how archery is portrayed in movies, TV series, YouTube Archery is proving more and more popular in films and other media like, Hunger games, Brave, Avengers films, new Hawkeye series, Arrow series But this portrayal is not always accurate when it comes to actual practical shooting or coaching. This can then have an impact on what new arche...

Took a walk in archery wood doing a safety check and thought I would share some thoughts

Welcome to episode 29 from Off the Arrow Shelf. As always, I hope you and all your family and friends are well. In this podcast episode I am going to trying to answer a followers question concerning how an archer can cope with an ongoing or permanent injury.  They have an injury following a motor vehicle accident and have had to adapt their archery to accommodate this. In this podcast I’m goi...

Good morning everyone  Quick podcast this morning to promote an interview with Harry Boyce president of NFAS ( National Field Archery Society ) here in the UK on offthearrowshelf.com site. https://offthearrowshelf.com/2021/02/15/a-virtual-walk-with-harry-boyce/ Also days are getting longer so spring is on its way. #nfas #archery #fieldarchery  #bows #arrows #archerycoaching #archerypodca...

Welcome to episode 28 from Off the Arrow Shelf. In this podcast episode I am going to raise the question of practice at home and whether this is a good idea or not. I try to be objective about the advantages and possible disadvantages of coaching at home. I also make a suggestion in my top tips on practising your stance on uneven ground. I mention a couple of articles Setting up a target boss - ht...

Welcome to episode 27 from Off the Arrow Shelf. In this podcast episode I going to give a quick breakdown on what is going on here in UK currently. I also want to give a shout out to a couple of podcasts I have been listening to The Push episode 178 with guest Thomas Fielder is really interesting as in the interview Thomas explains shooting a longbow with wooden arrows in US competitions. I found...

So quick podcast while on taking break from the computer screen and on a walk in the snow. Was -9 C this morning but beautiful sunny day. Stay positive, I know that many are struggling currently with lockdown but try and enjoy a walk or a break. I also share my thoughts on why some clubs might be cancelling shootings planned for April and beyond.  Stay safe, stay well #staysafe #frostymo...

Good morning. Micro message of support from a early morning walk on a very frosty morning. About -3 degrees C Will post some photos on Instagram shortly too.  https://www.instagram.com/offthearrowshelf/   Stay safe, stay well #staysafe #frostymorning #archeryfamily

Welcome to episode 26 from Off the Arrow Shelf. In this podcast episode I want to offer some thoughts on how archery coaches and students are going to have to adapt in light of COVID 19 restrictions. I mention the guys at The Push Podcasts ( https://thepushpodcast.libsyn.com/ ) and High Power Archery ( https://open.spotify.com/show/6WmNrw5VQLXUWiMKAnh5Ra ) both of whom are producing coaching suppo...

Monday and a micro podcast about how I reached out and  called and talked to friends over weekend, some I hadn't spoken to for months even years. You might find it makes you feel better . Stay safe, stay well #staysafe  #archeryfamily

So managed to get out of house and into shed to get some repairs on target boss frames with help of AC-DC Iron man 2 soundtrack  Stay safe and well 

Not feeling positive so a walk in rain might just be the answer

Welcome to episode 25 from Off the Arrow Shelf. The first full episode of 2021. Happy New year everyone. As always, I hope you and all your family are safe and doing well. In this episode I discuss how some of the early plans for 2021 are now on hold due to the current COVID lockdowns in the UK and I try to quote Yoda in a positive way. I am also asking whether people are interested in hearing my...