Off the Arrow Shelf

This is the first shoot report of 2025 and it is for the first ever NFAS Indoor archery championships. Yes, you read that correctly NFAS goes indoors, with a 2 day competition.

In this episode I cover the 2 days of shooting 3D and paper faces, telling you how it went, targets shot, and lots more/ Offering my thoughts on the good bit and where it

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the archers who were there and especially those who provided my young son with support and helped to keep his spirits up especially on the second day. Thank you all so much.

I am going to be doing a second part for this shoot report that focuses on how I felt, the anxiety I felt and how I tried to cope with this.

In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this episode. If you want to see the official photos from the even you can check out the NFAS website (https://nfas.net/champs/photos/2025-british-indoor-champs

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf if you enjoy the content please hit the Like button and

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

#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip

I've put together this micro episode from a few clips I shared on YouTube and Instagram in an effort to show everyone how easy it is to make mistakes when your heads not in the game and you are trying to do some work on form and shooting down on the archery range.

It's very easy to make mistakes or forget things especially if you have other things on your mind. Just remember not to beat yourself up over it and chalk it up to experience.

Enjoy your shooting and thanks for support.

#archery #traditional archery #archery practice

#field archery

In this episode, I'm going to do my best to explain some of the differences you can encounter with wooden arrow points or piles.  I'm going to give you some views on materials used and the merits and flaws I've encountered with some of the different shapes,

I go over the difference between tapered or parallel fit, glue used and giving my own preferences.

The video has been inspired by another YouTube creator and fellow archer Greg over at 3D archery where he looks at Cheap Amazon Knock off points https://youtu.be/bjgbcXIq2jo?si=jpOKF61m6avTL5EM

If you shoot wooden arrows then please let me know what you think and use.

If you have any questions or queries, you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf 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.

#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip

In this episode, I'm going to do my best to explain the concept of gap shooting in archery.

In this episode I recount how the start of December has floored my completely due to ill health and resulting in a trip to Accident and Emergency. With my heartfelt thanks to all you looked after me. Thank you

Also, a shout out to Rich at Archery Geek Outdoors, for a speedy recovery and if you get chance have a listen to episode 67 with guest Maddie Hammond. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7bcoiwc8iGmDOBgZegDhS4?si=05c54f994ea24b40

I invite you all to consider an archery themed New Year resolution for 2025.

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf 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.

I recorded this episode shortly after the National Field Archery Society annual general meeting, but due to my own and families ill health I’ve not had chance to finish editing and writing this blurb until now. Sorry as this is a little late in reaching you.

When I’m feeling up to it, I’ll give you a breakdown on what’s been going on here as its been a rough couple of weeks, but for now lets focus on my thoughts after the meeting.

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf 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.

#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery

A few months back I organised a very simple poll on a Facebook group in an attempt to gather some facts and opinions from archers on what they felt slowed a shoot down. My thanks to all those who took the time to vote and provide feedback on what proved to be a complex issue

In this episode I review the results from that poll an offer some thoughts on what can be done to answer or sort those issues highlighted.

What are your thoughts? Was there anything missing or are you surprised by the results?

I’ll am posting the full results via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠. Pop by and have a read.

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf 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.

#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

As the title says in this episode I offer some thoughts on the proposals that have been published in the November / December copy of the NFAS magazine prior to being discussed at the upcoming AGM.

There are quite a few proposals this year, with modification to shooting classes, proposals on use of binoculars and even suggested new rounds.

I encourage all nfas members to read them.

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf if you enjoy the content please hit the Like button and

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

#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

As the title says there has been quite a lot of things going on over the past couple of weeks, some positive and others less positive. The important thing is everyone is okay.

Thanks for all the feedback I’ve received from the last podcasts and based on this I’m going to dive into some coaching tips and advice. This time focusing on your shot

I go through what I have been doing with one club member who after recovering from a motorcycle crash is now wanting to get the most from his archery.

If you have any questions or queries you can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected] ⁠or via the website ⁠offthearrowshelf.com⁠

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf if you enjoy the content please hit the Like button and

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

#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

I’ve come to the decision to restart the podcast series.

I have been very humbled by the support that has been offered to me online, face to face or via phone calls.

My goal remains the same, that is to provide perspective of field archery here in the UK. I am hoping to include some product reviews include Core takedown recurves, shooting gloves, Wildcrete 3D targets and a few other ideas.

I’m also updating some coaching material on the Archers Triangle.

I've been fortunate enough to have an article published in the latest issue of Bow International issue 181It's a 3

I hope you enjoy it and let me know your thoughts and remember if you do have any question let me know. You can drop me an email on ⁠[email protected]

There is my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@offthearrowshelf

Enjoy your shooting and as always thanks for listening, watching and supporting. Please leave a comment or share the material with your archery community.

#barebow #bow #bows #arrows #fieldarchery #archerycoaching #archery #archerypodcast #coachingtip #archerylife #archer #bowsandarrow #tradarchery #traditionalarchery #bowandarrow #bow #arrow #archeryfamily #3darchery #tradarchery