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I have been writing for Bow International Magazine for more than 13 years and in that time have produced over 70 articles, ranging from instructional guides, product reviews and studies into compound archery. I have made every article available here for free, in order to educate, inform and increase awareness of the compound discipline across the entire archery community. Enjoy. |
With special thanks to Bow International Magazine for their many years of support and their commitment to producing the best and most informative publication in our sport.
Articles can NOT be re-written, copied or published without the written approval of the author Duncan Busby
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Bow 181 - John Walker MBE has had a remarkable archery career, going from novice to champion in just four years. Duncan caught up with John to ask him about his experiences as one of Great Britain’s most decorated Paralympic compound archers and his hopes for the future after his return to the sport.
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Bow 181 - What is the greatest compound bow ever made? This question has been debated for years and every generation will have a different answer. So Duncan takes a look at the bows that have gone down in history for winning countless titles and breaking numerous records over the years. These are the bows that have become legends in their own right and are remembered fondly by archers across the world as the GOAT!
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Bow 180 - The inclusion of compound archery in the Paralympics sets it apart from the Olympic Games, it has been a recognised bow style for disabled competitors since 2000 and the discipline is of great benefit to those with physical limitations. Duncan looks into the history of compound archery at the Paralympics and talks to the Team GB archers hoping to bring home the gold.
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Bow 179 - Compound bow sights today are more advanced and feature-laden than ever before and with some models costing upwards of £500, how can you be sure you’re making a good investment? Duncan takes a look at different sight options available and the features you should be looking out for so you can make the best choice when buying your next compound sight.
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Bow 178 - Compound archery offers no end of exciting and tempting accessories, from kit for the archer, to accessories for the bow; this is everything you never thought you needed, but definitely want from 2024!
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Bow 177 - When you think of barebow archery, compound bows don’t immediately spring to mind, But compound barebow allows archers to experience intuitive shooting with the benefits of modern bow advances, find out why this discipline has such a loyal following.
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Bow 176 - In this Valentines Day special we meet the archers who've been struck by Cupid’s arrow while shooting their bow. We celebrate the couples who have overcome the stresses that competing can put on their relationships to find happiness together.
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Bow 176 - The Vegas Shoot traces its roots all the way back to 1962, today its the biggest indoor tournament in the world. This is everything you need to know about traveling, competing and sightseeing in Vegas from the archers who have experienced it.
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Bow 176 - The Lancaster Archery Classic is the largest indoor archery shoot on the East Coast of America; it’s known as the tournament where the improbable is always possible due to its unique format. Find out everything you need to know about competing at this world class event.
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Bow 173 - Setting up your indoor arrows can be confusing; whether its the length and diameter of your shafts or your choice of vanes and point weights, there's a lot of different factors to consider. Find out how your arrow set-up can affect your results and what you can do to get the best out of the indoor season.
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Bow 172 - If you’ve been shooting for a while, you may feel you’ve experienced just about everything there is with a bow. However, there are a few tournaments and venues that are a must-do or a must-see for every archer - find out which events you need to tick off on this ultimate archery tournament bucket list!
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Bow 171 - Do you shoot with a bend in your arm or do you hold your bow out straight? Compound technique has changed a lot of the years so Duncan looks into which technique allows you to get the best out of today's bows.
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Bow 170 - Will compound archery ever be included in the Olympics? As the 2028 Los Angeles Games fast approaches, Duncan looks into the myths associated with the discipline and puts his case forward for its inclusion in the world's biggest sport event.
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Bow 169 - Find out about the first fully adjustable peep sight designed to refine your focus and improve shot accuracy. Engineered in Germany, the Archers Eye Final Vision redefines the standards of peep sight technology.
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Bow 167 - Want to improve your shooting or just find a reason to get really excited when you pick up your bow? Duncan lists the latest and greatest compound kit available to you in 2023.
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Bow 165 - Duncan demystifies the defining feature of a compound bow and explains the merits and disadvantages of the different cam systems available.
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Bow 158 - If you're a compound archer wanting to keep up with the latest trends, Duncan's found the very best of everything you need for the ultimate set-up in 2022
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Bow 152 - Duncan reviews Mybo's 2021 compound bow release 'The Revolution'.
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Bow 150 - Duncan looks at the latest X Sight shooting glasses and shows how you can enhance your aim and improve your performance on a budget
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Bow 149 - If money was no object what compound kit would you invest in? These are Duncan's suggestions for the latest and greatest compound gear for 2021.
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Bow 148 - Hoyt's newest release for 2021 has arrived, the Altus is put through it paces by a secret reviewer.
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Bow 146 - After you've carried out a basic set-up on your compound, its time to look at the finer points of tuning. Duncan shows you how a highly tuned bow can help you find those precious few points in a tournament.
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Bow 140 - Find out which affordable compounds have all the performance and quality of the most expensive bows, but with enough features and adjustability to suit the most competitive of archers.
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Bow 139 - Want to squeeze out every last point this indoor season? Here are Duncan's 12 top tips to indoor success.
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Bow 137 - Duncan reviews Archery USA's latest educational video series and finds out what Jess Broadwater and Brady Ellison can teach you about shooting like a pro.
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Bow 135 - Could you make a career out of shooting? Duncan looks into what in takes to become a prize winning pro.
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Bow 133 - Find out everything you need to know about Compound Stabilisation; why its important, which rods you should invest in and how to get the perfect balance with your set-up.
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Bow 130 - Not much shooting this winter? Find out why now is the best time to take stock and fix up your kit.
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Issue 126 - Never tried field archery or 3D before? Duncan answers the most common questions from compound archers about these exciting disciplines.
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Issue 124 - These are the Best Competitions of 2018 in the UK and internationally, find out why you don't want to miss out on shooting at these events.
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Issue 123 - Want to know how to choose a Compound Bow? Duncan looks at the design of today's compound bow to help you decide which features you should be looking out for.
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Issue 121 - In the second part of this indoor tuning feature, Duncan looks at choosing and tuning your arrow points. Can you point weight and shape really make a difference to your score?
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Issue 120 - Tuning large, wide arrows for indoor shooting is notoriously difficult. In the first of a two part article Duncan explores the best methods for setting up your equipment for the indoor season.
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Issue 119 - The biggest and brightest tournaments are accessible to every indoor archer, Find out where you need to go to follow the professional circuit and the prize money this season.
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Issue 118 - Duncan answers the most common questions asked in compound archery. If you find the complex and technical aspects of this discipline confusing, you can find an explanation here.
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issue 117 - Check out the first review of Mybo's latest compound bow and find out how you can get The Edge this season.
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Issue 116 - A good bow arm position can be pivotal to getting a solid and consistent shot - find out why its important and how you can achieve one.
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Issue 115 - What do coaches mean when they talk about good technique? Duncan explores the physical, mental and historical components of good compound form.
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Issue 114 - With many new year resolutions revolving around getting fit, find out how you can improve your overall fitness in ways that will benefit your archery.
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Issue 113 - Take stock of what you want to achieve in the new year and find out how to set out your plans for achieving it.
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Issue 112 - Your foot placement is the foundation for a good shot, in this issue Duncan explains how to find the best stance for you.
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Issue 111 - Find out why your Reference points are the most important factor in achieving a comfortable and repeatable shot and how you can make them work for you.
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Issue 110 - In part two of his guide, Duncan explains how to measure the position of your bows accessories in order to achieve consistent and accurate results.
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Issue 109 - In part one of his guide, Duncan explains why taking your bows essential measurements is vital in spotting where lost points are going.
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Issue 108 - Check out Duncan's review of T.R.U Ball's new hinge style release aid - the Sweet Spot Pro and find out why you too should be trying out this smart new piece of kit.
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Issue 107 - Faster arrow speeds can offer many advantages to an archer, find out how you can boost your own in this handy guide.
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Issue 106 - Find out why Duncan's chosen to make the switch to Mybo in this review of the only British Made Compound Bow - The Origin.
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Issue 105 - Duncan breaks down some of the myths and misconceptions that surround compound archery and explains why this discipline should receive the same respect and exposure as recurve archery.
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Issue 104 - Are you bored or restless with your shooting? Find out how to stay motivated and make progress by setting yourself goals to achieve.
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Issue 103 - If you're mourning the end of the outdoor season, find out how you can take advantage of all the opportunities indoor shooting has to offer you.
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Issue 102 - A review of Mission Archery's brand new Hype DT; an ultra-adjustable bow with a very attractive price tag.
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Issue 101 - Duncan tests the T.R.U Ball Fulkrum and Abyss - the first back tension and trigger release aids to be designed as a matching pair.
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Issue 100 - Mission by Mathews are renowned for creating bows that outperform their price, Duncan takes a look at the latest releases in their 2015 line-up.
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Issue 99 - Outdoor archery can be a whole different game to shooting indoors, in this article Duncan looks at the different equipment you'll need to get the best out of the outdoor season.
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Issue 98 - How you approach compound archery can have an enormous effect on your results; find out whether you are an instinctual or technical archer and what that means for your shooting...
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Issue 97 - Duncan looks into performance pressure; why our emotions and reasoning affect our results and the ways that we can overcome the stress we feel when the arrow really counts.
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Issue 96 - Duncan reviews the brand new product release from Gripper Archery; find out why the industry's best archers are choosing to use these innovative and technologically advanced stabilizer mounts.
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Issue 95 - Find out why America's 3D Pro's are breaking records and winning titles with Duncan's review of the new Chill X, the latest addition to Mathews dual-cam bow range.
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Issue 94 - How you position your bow hand can affect your scores and even your likelihood of injury, so how should you be holding your bow? This is a complete instruction in correct hand placement on your bow grip.
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Issue 93 - Have you ever wondered whether your chances of success in archery are determined by your natural skill level or by the amount of effort you put in? Duncan explains how you can realise your own potential whatever your talent.
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Issue 92 - There are several different methods you can use to find your optimum draw length and getting it right will improve both your form and scores, but which is the most accurate? In this issue Duncan shows you what you should be looking for when measuring up.
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Issue 91 - The hiatus at the end of the indoor season can be frustrating and unproductive. In this article Duncan shows you how you can make the most of this opportunity by working on your equipment, form and mental approach so you're ready for the new season.
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Issue 90 - T.R.U Ball have a great selection of release aids in their 2014 line-up; in this article Duncan takes an in-depth look at the HT, which is in his opinion one of the best back tension releases around.
Duncan also takes a look at what alternative release aids are available for all you trigger shooters out there. |
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Issue 89 - We all know that speed sells when it comes to buying a new bow, but is really beneficial? Duncan looks into the advantages and disadvantages of shooting both fast and a slow bows to find out what you should be using.
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Issue 88 - You may have heard archers referring to back tension, but not have understood what it means. In this article Duncan explains the science behind the technique and looks at the release aids that are designed to encourage this style of shooting.
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Issue 87 - In the concluding part of his guide to arrow components Duncan explains how to choose the final fit and finish of your arrows with an in-depth look at nocks and vanes; two surprisingly lengthy subjects!
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Issue 86 - If you've taken the time and expense to choose your shafts you'll want to get the most out of your investment by using the right components; this is Duncan Busby's complete guide to choosing your points, inserts, pins and bushings.
He'll take you through the different options available, explain the effects your choice will have on your results and advise you on how best to fit each one. |
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Issue 85 - Have you ever noticed that even in the most seemingly perfect conditions your scores can be off pace, without you knowing why? In this article Duncan looks into the surprising effects good weather can have on your results and recommends some of the best ways to avoid this unexpected dip in performance.
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Issue 84 - Practice is an essential part of any sport but if you are struggling with certain issues it can be difficult to know how to train effectively. In this issue Duncan shows you specific practice methods that you can use to combat a range of problems; from issues with your form and release, problems with aiming or with your focus and mental strength, this is Duncan Busby's guide to overcoming problems through training.
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Issue 83 - This is Duncan Busby's complete guide to compound arrow rests; from flipper, spring and drop away rests, launchers with blades or prongs to more specialized designs, this is your chance to find out which arrow rest is best suited to your discipline and the pro's and con's of each design.
So if you're looking at getting a new rest or you just want to know if you're using the right one, this is essential reading for all compound archers. |
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Issue 82 - This issue, Duncan concludes his guide to Carbon Express with a look at their outdoor range of arrows; whether your a beginner or pro, a target shooter or field archer, there's something for everyone in this line up. He'll be exploring all the benefits of shooting an all-carbon shaft and dispelling some of the myths associated with them too.
There's no need to be in the dark about this latest innovation in arrow technology, so put down those tired old shafts and try something new this outdoor season. |
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Issue 81 - Everyone has found at some point that changing their equipment has had a sudden effect on their results whether its been a welcomed improvement or rather more score damaging; Duncan looks into the reasons for this effect and how you can sustain your score level after the effect wears off.
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Issue 80 - This is Duncan Busby's complete guide to the Carbon Express indoor arrow range; whether you're shooting a Portsmouth, a FITA 18m or a Vegas round, these are the only arrows you should be shooting this indoor season. You'll want to throw away those aluminiums once you find out about one of archery's best kept secrets!
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Issue 79 - Shooting throughout Winter can be difficult, whether its finding somewhere to train or falling victim to boredom or fatigue,
the indoor season can throw up some unique challenges to archers everywhere. Find out what Duncan recommends for getting through this and make sure your doing all you can to be at the top of your indoor game this season. |
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Issue 78 - This issue features part two of Duncan's article on scopes; now you know how to select a suitable scope and lens, find out how to get the most out of your shooting by tuning your sight picture and choosing the right aiming aperture.
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Issue 77 - In the first of a two part article Duncan covers all the basics of choosing and setting up a scope; he explains all about diameters, dioptres and accessories, to help you to create a truly individual and effective aiming device.
He also dispels the myths associated with certain lenses and scope sizes to help you to kit out your scope for any tournament and in any condition. Don't buy a scope without reading this first. |
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Issue 76 - How do you choose a release aid? Should you be using a wrist or hand-held release? What works best; a trigger, a back tension or a resistance design? This is Duncan's insight into the world of release aids; what's available and what he's had success with over the years.
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Issue 75 - Whether it's your first bow or one of many, choosing a compound can be tricky, with many different cam systems to choose from as well as multiple riser shapes and lengths, limb designs and speeds Duncan breaks down the essential knowledge to take into account when buying your next bow.
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Issue 74 - Whatever the weather, get your arrows flying straight with Duncan's simple step-by-step tuning process for the outdoor season.
This is the method Duncan uses to ensure his arrows are tuned and ready for anything the outdoor season can throw at him. |
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Issue 73 - This is Duncan Busby's how-to guide to setting up your bow for the first time. Before you add any complicating factors such as arrows, sights or stabilisers use this method to set up your bow accurately so as to avoid frustration further down the line.
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Issue 72 - How do you get your arrows flying straight indoors? Wide shafts and stiff spines can make them notoriously difficult to tune, here's Duncan's simple guide to instantly improving your indoor scores.
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Issue 71 - The Overdraw's popularity has risen and fallen over the years depending on the current trend. Although it has it's fans it also receives it's fair share of criticism, here Duncan dispels the myths associated with this device and shares his personal experiences using it.
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Issue 67 - There are many different opinions about how you should balance your bow, here Duncan explores the theory of neutral balancing; these calculations should give you a good starting place when setting up your equipment for the first time.
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Issue 63 - In Duncan's first contribution to Bow International Magazine he looks at bow strings; the construction process, the materials available, how to choose a string and finally how to maintain and look after it so it'll last you all season.
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