High Power Archery Podcast

Its been a while and we are back after an extended absence. Lots going on, but getting back on track with more episodes this week. We are going to start off with one that has been the subject of alot of student issues of late. Episode 57 is all about understanding advanced release principals. Its more than just a mechanical release, or fingers. There's a missing link that most never even realize o...

Episode 56 is all about avoiding the zombies.  No i'm not losing it, there really are zombies out there.  Well sort of.  In this episode we will delve into how to identify them, and more importantly, how to avoid being eaten by them.  Guess you'll have to listen to find out what exactly I'm talking about! As always be sure to visit us at our site HighPowerArchery.com and to sen...

Episode 55 is all about the zombies!  Well sort of.   Lets just say you will have to listen to find out.  But we can use the "zombie experience" to help us become more efficient archers.  Stick with me on this one......I think you will understand just fine!  And there is, of course, another segment of "Don't be that guy!"  Not so crazy but important, none the les...

Episode 54 focuses on effective training.  Now training is part of learning.  But what most people don't realize is that if you aren't training effectively, you are just repeating something over and over again.  Which may, in fact, not help you to improve.   In this episode we will get into the secret to training effectively.  How we get it done and how to keep improving a...

Episode 53 focuses on aligment.  This takes  yet another page out of my Nechronomicon Sagittariorum, the book of archery secrets. Alignment forms the basis of your archery form.  We will go into detail about how improper alignment can impact consistency, fatigue, even draw length! We will also have listener emails answered as well as another "Don't be that guy" segment. We are launc...

Episode 52 revolves around the three C's of Archery.  This takes a page out of my Nechronomicon Sagittariorum, the book of archery secrets.   The three C's are confidence, concentration and Command. We will explore each one and why they are so critically important to archery form and consistency. We will also have listener emails answered as well as another "Don't be that guy" segment. A...

Episode 51 is all about the secrets of mastering accuracy.  This takes a page out of my Nechronomicon Sagittariorum, the book of archery secrets.  More on that in the episode and in future YouTube Videos.  We will cover the secrets that are often overlooked when comprising form and functionality as the make up for accuracy. This episode sat on the cutting room floor awaiting editing...

Well i've finally made it back and am hoping to bring you more episodes on a regular basis.  I'll get into what's kept me away in another episode.  But what better way to get started again than with the help of a friend.  For Episode 50, we are joined by Doug From the Offcenter Archers.  In this episode we will discuss basic target bow setup tricks that anyone can use.  Th...

Episode 49 features our special guest Tracey Balowski of St. Joe River Bows. Tracey is not only the co-owner of this traditional bow company, she's also the principal bow maker or bowyer as they are known in the traditional world.  Tracey is the only female bowyer we have ever come across and he skills speak for themselves!  We'll discuss how she got started, what goes into a traditional...

Episode 48 focuses on just simple tuning basics.  We've done episodes on tuning in the past.  But in this episode we try to break it down into simple logic.  From how to set the exact center shot (no 13/16 is not the automatic go to all the time) to nock height and preventing arrow pinch and paper tuning at the PROPER distance.  We go over the basic supplies you should have to...

Episode 47 focuses on what we call the total release solution.  In this episode we cover how to make your release an extension of your body.  What to look for and how to set it all in motion for a controlled shot.  And while most would think this only applies to compound shooters and mechanical releases, it all applies to traditional and recurve shooters as well. We will delve into...

Episode 46 focuses on bow sights and peeps.  We have discussed this before but we will get into what kind of sight is right for you and why.  And how the peep sight (there are many variations) fits into all of this. We will also cover how something as simple as how the peep sight is set up can drastically affect how far you can shoot with your sight (regardless of your ability).   A...

Episode 45 is all about effective range.  its a topic we've discussed in the past, and normally it is usually directed towards bowhunters only.  But as you will find out, it also has a lot to do with target shooters.  We'll get into what its all about, factors that affect your effective range, and most importantly, how to extend it. And as always there is another edition of don't be...

Episode 44 is a recording of our first Live Call in Show.  We had a few callers including Rob from the Off the Arrow Shelf Podcast, Richard from Archery Geek Outdoors and one of my listeners, Francis G. from Canada.  It was a great talk covering various subjects including coaching, form, YouTube and more.  We hope to do more of these in the future so please send us any comments you...

Episode 43 is about strength vs technique.  You can be as strong as an ox, but without proper technique, pulling back a 40 or 50lb bow could be really difficult.  It all boils down to technique.  We will go over my method when it comes to drawing properly, what it really comes down to, and how its easier to escalate your draw weight than you would think.  We'll cover how i get...

Episode 42 features our special guest Richard Clarke, host of the Archery Geek Outdoors Podcast.  Richard is based in the UK and we got together on this one to discuss various topics including what makes a good coach, hunting, archery shops, and a host of other subjects.  It was a great chat that I've been looking forward to for a while.  Getting the perspective of someone from outs...

Episode 41 is all about blank bale shooting.  Preached as the only cure for target panic by most coaches, its really not what its cracked up to be.  In fact, used improperly, it can make things worse.  Its has its purpose but not necessarily in the way its been pumped up as as end all be all cure for this dreaded problem.  Don't worry, we get into how to use it properly and how...

Episode 40 is all about being too rigid when it comes to coaching form or a particular system.  What works for some will not work for everyone.  Sometimes coaches make their students bend and conform to a particular system just for the sake of it, or because its what's supposed to be done.  And the results are often detrimental to the students.   We will also get into what to d...

A short time ago, i decided that with so many things going on in my life, namely a divorce, serious health issues, and a few other things, it was no longer possible to keep the High Power Archery Operations going.  Between the podcast, coaching, and working on customer equipment, it became nearly impossible to dedicate the time necessary to keep it all going at the level which my students, li...

Episode 38 is a very special episode indeed.  Often times people overlook the practical aspects of archery and life in general. It has to do with how you see things for their true worth and how we prioritize them.  There are gadgets and gimmicks and sometimes folks don't make their choices based on what something is really worth to them.   Our special guest for this episode is Jason...

Yes we're back after a two month absence.  Episode 37 is just a short one and covers our system for establishing proper arrow flight. Its the same for hunters and target shooters alike.  And its a basic simple method to achieve the best flight with your arrows, regardless of their cost or age. Of course we will have listener questions and the return of the "Don't be that guy!" segment. A...

Episode 36 of the High Power Archery Podcast is now available!  Episode 36 is just a short one and covers what to look for on your bow if you haven't shot it for a while (like after being locked down for this whole covid thing) and things are not hitting where they should.  We cover small things to can affect your accuracy and bow performance big time.  Info is in there for both com...

Yes we are back after a bit of a break.  Its been a tough road but we're still here.  We hope to get back to normal releases soon. Episode 35 is all about the struggles local archery clubs face.  Keeping membership, growing the sport and much more.  We are joined by Doug Marholz, a frequent guest on The Offcenter Archers Podcast.  He's been dealing with reorganizing his lo...

Episode 34 is all about a new product we tested called the Adjustable Red Dot Bow sight.  We had the pleasure of speaking with the man behind the sight, Tim Zelenka.  Its a concept that has been tried before but Tim has found a way to make it work and a design that is durable and machine to the tightest of tolerances.   We go over how the sight works as well as our experiences using...

Our first episode back after two months.  After a loss in the family and a bunch of other things that Life has thrown at us, we are back with our latest episode.  And who better to get things going again than the Anthony and Stephanie of the Offcenter Archers podcast.  These two folks helped me get started with the podcast and are a truly great listen.  We had to PG it for this...