Episode 107 – Gap shooting

As an instinctive archer I sometime struggle trying to explain the theory and practice of gap shooting. In this episode of the podcast try to show how gap shooting works.

I would like to say a huge, heart felt thanks to the members of the Push Listeners group who provide help with thoughts and feedback for this video.

Thanks for listening.

Gap shooting research

I wanted to take this opportunity to offer my thanks to the members of The Push listeners Facebook group and the subscribers to Offthearrowshelf Facebook page for their comments.

I’m doing some research on gap shooting for a future episode of the podcast and I posted this question about gap shooting. The responses have been great and really useful in building up an idea of the methods people use.

My question was on gap shooting and inviting thoughts please.

If you have a fixed anchor and gap shoot do you look at target and let’s say at 30 yards your gap in 4 inch above. Do you

1. Consciously put point of arrow 4 inch above where you want to hit?

Or

2. Actually focus your aim 4 inches above?

It’s a subtle difference and speaking to people I’ve found a mix.

I’d be interested in hearing your thoughts if you are a gap shooter on what method you use. Thanks for reading.