These are the basic differences and similarities between compound bows and traditional bows (recurves and longbows).

You couldn’t pick a better time to get into traditional archery. There’s a wide variety of good, affordable gear. Plus, there are great online resources for new shooters. However, there are a few hard ...

Eric Clem of LA Woodshop in DTLA has a class on traditional bow-making and also gives tips on learning archery. You can practice at Pasadena Roving Archers' outdoor course or hire a coach through ...

The fastest, most powerful, most accurate bows ever made are modern compound designs. What advantages do they have over traditional bows of yore and how do you shoot one?

When it comes to traditional archery, recurve bows are hard to beat. In an era where compound bows are continually advancing, recurves keep things simple. These bows provide a challenge for ...