Off the Arrow Shelf
By Rob Jones
Check out the website offthearrowshelf.com/
Been shooting instinctively for years, mostly recurve bows or flatbows for last few years in National Field Archery Society in UK
Any questions or ideas for episodes let me know. Offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk #archery #fieldarchery #archer #archerycoaching #nfas #traditionalarchery #tradarcher #bow #arrow #instinctivearchery #nfas #archerylife #archerypodcast #targetpanic #archeryfamily
Off the Arrow ShelfMay 11, 2024
Episode 98 - Shoot report - Duvelle Bowmen - May 2024
This episode is another shoot report thus time it's for Duvelle Bowman, for NFAS competition which they hosted a couple of weeks ago.
Overall it was a really good day, with some fantastic weather and good company. The course was 40 targets and all but 2 were 3Ds.
With some very cleverly set shots which I go into in the episode I’m going to try to record a YouTube video for this podcast too as I captured lots of photos. I also discuss the new rule NFAS has brought in for children under 2 and how banning them impacts archery parents.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening and watching.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery#traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting
Episode 97 – Shoot report Long Eaton Bluebell shoot
This episode is a shoot report for Long Eaton Field Archers NFAS competition which they hosted last week.
Overall it was a good day, with some fantastic weather and good company. The course was 36 targets and all 3Ds, with some very cleverly set shots.
I’m going to record a YouTube video for this podcast too using some of the photos I took.
If you are interested in seeing the full results from the shoot they can be found on the LEFA website.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening and watching.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting
Episode 96 – Shooting gloves and tabs – the basics
In this episode I am trying something a little different and recording it as a video. Don’t worry I’m behind the camera.
I’m talking about the different finger tabs and shooting gloves you can come across in traditional archery.
I’ve had a couple of questions recently about the differences between tabs and gloves when running some coaching sessions so thought this would be a good way of showing the differences.
I know that some people prefer a glove, while others prefer a shooting tab. At the end of the day it’s what works for you and you are allowed. I’ve used both and tend to lean towards using a custom tab over a glove.
I also offer a quick tip on improving the fit of your shooting glove by adding some velcro to the wrist strap.
Last thing is a mention to Dixie Leathercraft (https://www.facebook.com/dixiedamsell)
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening and watching.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shootingglove
Episode 95 - mini podcast - failing is part of learning
I also explain why I've been quiet recently.
Episode 94 – Listen to the feedback, don’t block it out
Over Easter I was in Wales staying with my family and I managed to record this episode whilst sat outside in the garden, trying out the new Lavaller microphones I mentioned on Instagram a few days ago. Let me know what you think of the sound quality as I’ve been quite impressed. I do wonder off topic a bit and talk about the wildlife that’s surrounding me.
Sorry it’s taken so long to be posted but unfortunately my health's taken a hit and I’ve been laid up.
The topic of the session is feedback and what I can feedblocks, The points in your shot sequence where you have the opportunity to stop before you make a mistake or error in judgement.
Whether you are an instinctive archer or a process based shooter you need to have points in your draw and shooting sequence where you can take a moment and decide whether you should or should not be moving forward to the next step.
Just because you draw up does not mean you have to shoot.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting
Episode 93 - coaching and archers triangle application
I managed to record this episode on holiday in Wales as I wanted to touch on a recent coaching experience and how I was helping a couple of archers out. I explain how the archers triangle can be used to explain and identify issues archers can face with their shooting in order for them to then move forward and develop.
Apologies the sound quality isn’t as good as normal, I think this I due being away form my office and the microphone not being the same quality.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 92 – Chrono, Crossbows and club shoot
I managed to record this episode will struggling with a case of the flu so apologies if this episode is full of my sniffs . In it I cover quite a few topics from experimenting with the clubs chronograph to measure bow speeds, while trying out a few different options for club member on crossbow.
I also mention the Archery Geek outdoors recent podcast concerning the Governments call for evidence on crossbows. I have included links to the episode and government site.
Archery geek outdoors – episode 63 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5uQGnoGw5xneoKXzHfkRdL?si=r4BJONI6RRuO89dLB-Kpsw
Government link
I’ve also mentioned that Briar Rose Field archers has announced dates of the annual shoot which is the 30th of June this year. Details can be found on both the NFAS website (https://nfas.net/clubs/shoot-dates) and club site https://briarrosefieldarchers.wordpress.com/
It will be a 36 target course mixed 3D and paper faces. Sadly we can’t have dogs.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS #paget
Episode 91 – Shoot report on Black Arrow Field Archery Club
Following the positive feedback received form the last episode, in this episode doing another shoot report podcast, this time for the Black Arrow Field Archery Club open NFAS competition.
In the past I’ve written up a review of the shoots I attend but I’m recording this one so please let me know what you think, do you prefer a podcast or like reading the shoot reports.
I mention the 40 target 3d course , how I got on, (Not great), through no fault of anyone other than myself. I am about to go finish cleaning the mu off the boots
In addition I would like to say thanks to Joy for her company and support on the day. For those interested her bow is St Joe River bows https://stjoeriverbows.com/
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS #paget
Episode 90 – Shoot report on Paget De Vesey NFAS open
In this episode I do something a little different and record a shoot report podcast. Normally I write up a review of shoot I attend but I’m recording this shoot report as a podcast. Let me know what you think, do you prefer a podcast or like reading the shoot reports.
I discuss how the course layers coped with a small wood and keeping the shots fresh on a twice round 18 course. I also discuss their moving target and how they had set this up.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS #pagetdevesey
Episode 89 – Use your NFAS Vote and coaching for improvements.
In this episode I ask you to consider using your vote, by going over briefly the proposals in the National Field Archery society round of voting.
For those that don’t know each year members of the society can put forward rule amendments for the larger membership to vote on. This year there are several such proposals and I try to summaries some of these and offer some thoughts and my views on them.
I’m not telling you to vote for or against any of them. What I am trying to do is encourage you to use your vote.
Also calling other coaches out there, what do you cover in coaching for improvement sessions if you offer them?
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 88 – Broke does not mean broken mindset and some thought on the NFAS new sign off process.
In this episode I offer some thoughts on the mental side of archery and how some of us, myself included have a tendency to focus or remember the negative shots or mistakes rather than focussing on the positive. So exploring the mental side of the archer triangle and offering a possible technique.
I’m also offering my thoughts on the new NFAS signoff process for new archers.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 87 – Happy New Year and thoughts on new year resolution
Happy New year to all listeners.
Here are some thoughts on how you can make your new year resolutions more practical and achievable. I talk about a coaching technique for dealing with your “demon or danger distance” and how you can adjust your practise routine to improve your shooting at that distance.
I spoke of NUSensei and this is his YouTube site https://www.youtube.com/@NUSensei
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 86 or is it episode 100 - review of 2023
So the title of this episode might be a little confusing as strictly its the 86th full episode but the 100th podcasts as I have made some my mini episodes.
It is coming to the endo of 2023 and I guess it's as good a time as any to post a brief review of the year and to say thanks to all my followers.
I hope you all enjoy a great festive break and I'd like to wish you all the best for 2024.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#happychristmas
#happynewyear
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 85 - micro podcast NFAS AGM
Sorry for poor quality as recorded on mobile in car.
Episode 84 – Have your voice heard
In just over a week there is the AGM for the National Field Archery Society here in the UK. It’s the opportunity for people to contribute to the society and even if you can’t physically get to the meeting you can join via zoom link if you contact the general secretary in advance (general.secretary@nfas.net).
Likewise after the AGM in the following months there will be the voting on the proposals discussed at the AGM. Don’t waste your chance to vote.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #3Darchery #shooting #NFAS
Episode 83 – Be the guy or girl, not a Panda
This episode idea was partly inspired by Angel at High Power Archery and as I said he’s just put out a really good short video titled” Put it in neutral!” which I would encourage people to view (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgmT4j6O1E4)
I try to adapt the don’t be that guy that he is made famous to a “Be that guy”
Be the guy who offers to help or tries to help, offers a friendly ear or non-judgemental viewpoint.
Be the person at the club who spots a target face needs replacing and rather than just tell someone else or complains about it, but the person who grabs a load of faces and goes out and replaces them.
I use the phrase don’t be a Panda i.e. someone who Eats, shoots and leaves.
I also reference another podcast with is the Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and his episode with Arnold Schwarzenegger on finding a way to be useful https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KDkO7BG82DZhhghqk0K5p?si=bmwMhzFpR2OwBey5aIQRyg
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting # ArnoldSchwarzenegger #dailystoic #ryanholiday
Episode 82 - the changing season is in the air
I’d hope to get this out over the weekend but that was not to be. In this episode I talk about the changing season and offer some thoughts on what you can do to prepare for it, including things to swap out and consider carrying in the car.
Let me know if you have any tips or thoughts
I mentioned I shot some videos when course mapping and they are available on my YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP9TZikgZjhkYpRQTVOHjIA
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #targetpanic
Episode 81 – When target panic hit me at a local tournament
No surprise that the subject of this episode is target panic. I talk about how it made me feel when it hit me at a local field archery tournament a few days ago.
This is partly a personal reflection but also I am hoping it will give some confidence to those who like myself struggle. How I used a few techniques to settle my nerves throughout the day.
Inspired by Angel at High Power Archery I try to adapt the don’t be that guy to a to a be that guy who tries to help, offers a friendly ear or non-judgemental viewpoint.
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #targetpanic
Episode 80 – Don’t extinguish the fire
I was very fortunate to be able to record this podcast with special guest Kristina Dolgilevica Editor of Bow International before she set off to South Korea. In this episode we discuss her passion for archery and in her own words how you don’t extinguish the fire of passion for the sport.
I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #bowinternational
Episode 79 – Summer update
A short episode this time with an update of what I’ve been up to and why so quiet recently. We’ve been pretty busy having some family time and work madness over the past few weeks.
I mentioned a couple of podcasts Archery Geek outdoors https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jMyHqnBooBqKS4hZeYsBg?si=491c8f286c0b445a and The push podcasts https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PgERox241c8uKo9bJjE0E?si=f3a25d65a6d54797
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #fieldarcheryisthebestarchery
Episode 78 - why does my arrow keep falling off the arrow rest
This is one of the most common problems new archers encounter and can be incredibly frustrating. In this episode I offer some thoughts and practical tips on how to overcome the issue.
The NUSensei video I mentioned in the podcast can be found here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5I5-mwtgzJk
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #fieldarcheryisthebestarchery
Episode 77 – Saturated Saturday Sunny Sunday – Briar Rose shoot report
A quick report on Briar Rose Shoot earlier in July. Thanks everyone for the feedback.
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #fieldarcheryisthebestarchery
Good luck and nerves
This is a very brief podcast to wish those heading to the NFAS Welsh Championships good luck.
We have our shoot at Briar Rose this weekend too and I am feeling a mix of nerves and bit sad.
More coaching tips will be out shortly
Thanks for listening.
#archery #field archery #fieldarchery
Episode 76 - Coaching tip - Why do archers short draw?
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting
and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows
#arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife
#archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow
#archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve
#nfas #3Darchery #shooting #fieldarcheryisthebestarchery
Episode 75 – Round up and thanks to everyone
So I have reached the 75th episode of the podcast and the first thing I want to say is a huge thanks to everyone who has support me, offered help and advice, or sent in questions and feedback.
Besides thank everyone I mention a couple of other podcasts to go and listen too along with some plans for the future topics. Along with a don’t be that guy inspired segment on a safety aspect and importance of carrying a whistle.
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #fieldarcheryisthebestarchery
Episode 74 - Answering a listener’s question on what to do after shooting a personal best score
I recently received a question from a listener who had just had a great day at a tournament and had shot a personal best score. He reached out to me because he was concerned about what to do next, how to cope with his next shoot and whether I had any tips or advice on keeping positive and capitalising on the success.
I’ve tried to outline some thoughts and strategies he could focus on along with setting some concepts to remember including every course is different and presents it’s own unique set of challenges.
Let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery #shooting #personalbest
Episode 73 – NFAS 50th anniversary 3D championships
A few weeks ago there was the National Field Archery Society 3D championships, it also marked the 50th anniversary of the society formation.
In this episode I’m going to give my view of how it went. For those of you who aren’t familiar with these styles of events, it’s 2 days of shooting, with over 600 archers and 4 courses of 40 3D targets of all shapes, sizes and distances.
It was in my view a great success and huge thanks to all involved.
The new 3Ds I mention are I believe Wild Crete.
In the next episode I will be answering a listeners question about the mental side of shooting, what to do after shooting well or poorly. What to do after shooting personal best . If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #3Darchery
Episode 72 – Target boss options following listeners question
Episode 72 – Target boss options
This episode is in response to listeners questions I have had recently about what sort of target boss they should buy for shooting at home and for practice. I’m not going to go into details about the risk assessing your garden as to whether it is safe to shoot or not. This decision is yours but I have written about factors you need to consider on the website site (offthearrowshelf.com)
What I am going to do is provide a breakdown on two types of targets, bag bosses and layered foam bosses. Why you need to be careful and consider which is most suitable for you depending on the type of bow and poundage you are shooting. I will provide a view as to the merits and flaws of each.
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #flatbow #recurve #nfas #bagboss
Episode 71 – It’s okay to make mistakes
We don’t always get things right; we are human and make mistakes. With modern media like Instagram, TikToK etc we tend to only see the perfect groupings or perfect shots. This is the main topic of this episode where I discuss that it’s important for people to realise things can go wrong and to remember “Mistakes are only mistakes if we don’t learn from them”.
You shouldn't dwell on your mistakes but learn from them. This is far easier to say than do, but it is worth trying.
I mention a couple of other podcasts in this episode Modern Outdoor Survival and Outside & Active (which has Ray Mears on). You can check these out on Spotify or other streaming services.
There is also my version of don't be that guy.
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 70 - Special Guest – Harry Boyce president of National Field archery Society
In this special episode of the podcast, I am delighted to have as a very special guest on the show Harry Boyce, the current president on the National Field Archery Society here in the UK.
In the episode we discuss what got Harry into archery, his current set up, what he does when not shooting and the upcoming One Big Event which see the 50th anniversary of NFAS. At the two-day event there are expected to be nearly 700 archers competing over 4 courses of 3D targets.
I’d like to add my thanks to Harry for making time to record this episode as I know he is really busy.
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 69 - Quiver dump, what I carry when shooting
I often get asked what to take on a shoot and what do you carry, so I recorded this in response.
Sorry audio not great at times with rustling of contents of quiver. I carry more than other people do, but over the years I’ve found it all useful.
I mention an article I wrote for the site on what I carry so this is the link https://offthearrowshelf.com/2012/06/19/bow-arrows-and-kitchen-sink-what-do-you-carry-with-you-on-a-field-shoot/
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 68 - Why did you get into and stay with archery?
So a couple of questions to ask yourself
Why did you get into archery in the first place?
Why have you stuck with it?
We all come to it via different paths and stick to it for different reasons too.
I know we got into it after having a go whilst on holiday and stuck around because we enjoyed it. Combination of being out in the woodland and nature, challenge of shooting and for me the opportunity to coach and help people.
Let me know where you started and why you’ve stayed.
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 67 - potential risk in archery
This may not sound the most exciting topic to talk around but as an archer, course layer or just attendee at a club we have to recognise that archery can be potentially risky, some might say dangerous. I discuss ideas and views of what to consider and why it is important.
There is also a bit of a don't be that guy rant too in this podcast.
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve
Episode 66 - Answering listeners question on use of binoculars
This is in response to a couple of questions from a follower, who was asking about how to incorporate the use of binoculars into his shooting process now that National Field archery Society here in the UK are allowing them in his class which is Barebow.
I offer some thoughts and ideas of what you could do and how to gain confidence in using them, along with factors to consider to consider so they don’t have a negative impact on your draw sequence.
If you do have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 65 - New recording kit update on NFAS vote results and how my return to shooting is going
So yes I am testing out some new recording equipment in this podcast thanks to my better half birthday present to me.
I give a quick summary of the National Field Archery Society voting results on new rules and classes, etc.
There is also a quick update on how I am feeling after shooting a couple of NFAS courses, how I've changed my perspective to focus on just enjoying the time with family and not being solely competitive with myself.
If you have any question or thoughts let me
know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk
or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching
#archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery
#traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery
#tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve
Episode 64 – How I go about mapping out a field course
It might not sound the most exciting thing in the world but I know there are a couple of listeners who have been asking about the process.
The App I use is OS Locate on my phone and the range finder is a Hawk and here is a link to the review I wrote a few years back. offthearrowshelf.com/2019/05/17/equipment-review-hawke-400-rangefinder/
YouTube channel link www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf/ shows some of the course laying videos.
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve
Episode 63 – Quick catch up and coaching tip on stance
In this episode I talk about what I’ve been doing recently, Shot, my first competition in years and didn’t go well. There is a quick thought on coaching tips when it comes to your stance and taking a shot and how this differs to target as not always on flat ground.
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 62 - chat with Angel Garcia from High Power Archery podcasts
I am delighted to welcome Angel Garcia as a guest to this episode of the podcast. Some of you will know Angel from High Power Archery podcasts and in this hour-long episode we talk about the differences between coaches’ verse instructors, what to look out for in a good coach, the importance of a sense of humour, and lots, lots more. So, sit back and enjoy.
There is also a great story of the exorcism of target panic from one student.
You can check out High Power Archery website https://www.highpowerarchery.com/and his podcasts https://anchor.fm/highpowerarchery
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #highpowerarchery #angelgarcia
Episode 61 - NFAS voting and discussion on coaching tips
In this episode of the podcast I talk a little what has been going on over the last couple of weeks, including having some guest archers at the wood for a taster of field archery.
I detail a few thoughts on the importance of voting on the NFAS proposals that are now live.
Also I discuss the idea of preparing for different situations in your practice such as drawing down from a shot, uneven footing etc
I also reference another podcast so if you get chance check out Modern outdoor survival podcasts (https://modernoutdoorsurvival.com/)
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Good luck for the new year. Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets #efaa #compoundbow
Episode 60 – Special Guests talking about the Bowhunter challenge
In this really special episode I am delighted to have two guests, Ben and Phil who explain their involvement in organising and running the Bowhunter challenge over here in the UK. A very different style of tournament to the well know NFAS big game rounds. So, sit back and hear how these two very enthusiastic archers tell you what makes the bowhunter challenge so much fun. Huge thanks to both for their time.
Just hit 5,000 plays of this podcast so thanks to everyone for their support.
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets #efaa #bowhunter
episode 59 - Zoned in or zoned out
So it is the start of a New year, so before we start Happy New Year to all.
In this episode of the podcast I talk a little about my plans for motivation and goals, which revolve round helping archery family, whether through podcasts or writing.
I also talk about a coaching thought of difference between being zoned out and zoned in. I'll try to expand on it more in a future episode.
I also mentioned a couple of other podcasters that might be worth checking out angel Garcia podcasts again High Power Archery (https://open.spotify.com/show/6WmNrw5VQLXUWiMKAnh5Ra?si=ZfihXHg3S1GyMm2FsDpU4A)
Congratulations to off centre archery on over 50 000 Downloads. Massive achievement . Off center archers (https://open.spotify.com/show/7f6f1rlajwmmOBHA9I1itp?si=VH02_QRVSuyFwlTn8DCTcQ) available on Spotify which is where I got these links from but are on other platforms too
The link to the foam providers is Egertech - https://www.egertectargets.co.uk/
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Good luck for the new year. Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets #efaa #compoundbow
Episode 58 - Happy New Year, course laying thoughts and chat with guest Zach Ball
So it is the start of a New year, so before we start Happy New Year to all.
In the first episode of the new year, I had the great pleasure of being joined by Zach Ball. A young man I’ve know for well over 10 years and is a very capable archer and course layer. We spend an hour talking about course laying, factors to consider depending on environment, targets you are setting out, as well as loads of other stuff like our views on target faces, juniors in the society and general archery stuff.
It’s the first in a series I am hoping to record on course laying.
If you have any question or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Good luck for the new year. Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets #efaa #compoundbow
Episode 56 - Seasons greetings and reflections.
So, seasons greetings to all and best wishes for the new year. I hope all my followers and listeners across the pond are safe and being able to stay warm given the current weather conditions you are experiencing. This is just a short podcast , partly due to feeling sorry for myself having come down with stinking cold just after Christmas and part reflective, probably due to time of year on things that have happened in the past and still making me feel about my possible future in archery.
The book I mention is How to get rid of Archers reflex by Jess Lysgaard. It's just been translated into English .
Check out the latest on my website for a review of the NFAS target faces we have been using down at the club for past few months .
Also sharing some sad news of the passing of one of my old coaches Cherrie Peabody who introduced Sharon and myself to archery . My thoughts and sympathy got out to her family.
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets
Episode 56 - thoughts of activities in winter months
So I take a walk in the wood and record some thoughts on what we can be doing over winter months. From things that you can do, to things to consider for maintenance at your woodland.
Sorry the audio quality is not great at times, thanks partly to a helicopter overhead.
I mention a good YouTube site by Greg Richards https://youtube.com/@3DArchery
I really enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening. #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow
Episode 55- New bow, new rules
In this episode I mention how I’ve picked up a new bow (White Feather Sheerwater)
I mention the National Field Archery Society new rule book has come out and AGM which recently took place. I also briefly mention the new proposal for a couple of shooting classes both to do with use of binoculars.
Also working on new target bosses.
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.ukor via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
#bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #barebow #flatbow #recurve #NFAS #foamtargets
Episode 54 – What is Field archery - 3D and paper faces targets
In this episode I explore what Field archery is explaining what it means to me, exploring differences with 3D and paper faces. I also cover the results from a poll I ran on the Traditional Archery Facebook Group about peoples preferences of 3d or paperfaces.
Also huge congratulations to Joy on her shooting at recent EFAA champs along with Rich from Archery Geek outdoors.
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 53 – Can thinking of 3 things help target Panic
In this short episode I am focusing on shooting anxiety, more commonly known as target panic. I mention the theory of 333 used by some to help alleviate anxiety. I offer some thoughts on how it might help archers to ground themselves.
Sorry for the rough voice and still trying to get over a chest infection.
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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episode 52 - nfas nationals and paper faces
A short episode on the NFAS championships held in September and a few thoughts on paper faces.
Sorry I am croaking through it but have a stinking cold and cough for last few days.
Here is the link to Grizzly Jims video I mentioned https://youtu.be/wV04QnY_4Gc
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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Episode 51 – Club shoot report
So this episode focuses on the Briar Rose Field Archers shoot , which took place last weekend. Offering some thoughts on how it went and how we set up a chrono to measure bow speeds etc.
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
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Episode 50 – Special Guest – Grizzly Jim
Huge thanks to Jim for joining me I hope you enjoy it. Sorry the audio quality varies at times.
Jims website is www.grizzlyjim.co.uk/
I enjoy getting feedback from listeners and any questions or thoughts let me know, drop me an email on offthearrowshelf@yahoo.co.uk or via the website offthearrowshelf.com
Stay safe, stay well and thanks for listening.
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