Tag Archives: Archery

Nov 17 2025

Episode 134 – How to build confidence in distance judgement

In my latest podcast I provide a quick update on what has been going on over the past couple of weeks, including appearing in both Bow International magazine in a contributor’s sections and the official National field Archery Society members magazine, as the author of an article on encouraging children into the sport.

I would to say thank you to those who reached out to me after the last episode (Episode 133 – Is it time to license bow ownership in UK?). I really appreciated the feedback and insights you all offered.

In the second half of the episode I launch into the coaching content of the episode where I explain a technique I’ve used myself and have coached other archers with. It is surprisingly straight forward and can help build confidence in distance judgement and overall shooting. It revolves round the basic idea of shooting 2 arrows, the goal to have them both land the prime spot of the target. It sounds simple but I go into a more detailed explanation in the episode, outlining how it can build confidence and factors to consider concerning consistencies etc.

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As always if you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on or via this website  There is my YouTube channel if you enjoy the content, where I will be hosting the shooting style outlines, I mention in the podcast. I think the Traditional Bowhunter will be the first one out. If you enjoy the content, please hit the Like button and consider subscribing to the channel.

Most of all remember to enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening, watching and supporting.

Sep 24 2025

3d printed archery boxes

Back in episode 128 of the podcast,  I wrote a review of the Push Alpha pack quiver and in that episode, I mentioned some 3D printed boxes that Sam a fellow club member has been producing for members.

I promised then I would be doing a full review of the boxes and explain how I’ve been using them, so here it is.

The cases come in 3 sizes, with the smallest and medium ones having sliding tops, the largest having a hinged lid. First lets look at the small box. This works really well for a few spare nocks, points and labels. I’ve given this one to my son as it fits perfectly in his little quiver pouch.

This size is ideal to fit into a pocket and would be really useful on camping or hiking trips to hold a few matches, etc.

The next is the medium pouch which has 3 sections, one long enough to accommodate a bow string.

The medium size box fits really well in the smaller mesh pouches of the Alpha pack and is large enough to house a spare string a few points, name labels, allen keys and spare plunger button.

Here you can see the medium and large box to give a comparison of sizes.

The largest box is ideal for your bow case and is large enough to accommodate bow string, plunger button, points, string wax and more. There is a small pull out draw (in green) that I use to hold my spare plunger.

Overall these work really well. I’m not sure how waterproof they are but so far there’s no complaints.

Thanks for reading and enjoy your archery.