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Bow International Archery stories, news and information from the UK and around the world. www.mymagazinesub.co.uk/bow-international Cover price: £4.50.

Archery news, stories and information from the UK and across the world. UK subscription from £26 for a year (nine issues). Find us in all good newsagents, or online at https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-magazines/6936389/bow-international-magazine-subscription.thtml

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Bow Issue 199: 3D & Field Special. One for the outdoor lovers, this issue aims to help elevate your game. We start with ...
16/09/2026

Bow Issue 199: 3D & Field Special. One for the outdoor lovers, this issue aims to help elevate your game. We start with a very special report from the 6th World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan and follow with several expert technique features: Felicity May prepares a recurve archer for their first field shoot; Rob Jones shares expertise with traditional archers on how to master footing on any difficult terrain; and Alex Tyler investigates distance judging through various NFAS disciplines. We go shopping for compact monoculars and ever-so-useful rangefinders and pick the wackiest 3D targets around. Dr James Park presents his latest research findings on carbon and carbon/aluminium shafts, while MJ Rogers and Paralympian Kevin Mather reflect on 3D and Field accessibility. We also review Last Chance Archery’s latest Genesis fletching jig and start a three-part series on the English longbow; Part I focuses on the anatomy of the bow, its materials, and its properties, looking at self-bow and laminate types. We hope you catch the outdoor bug!

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Issue 198: Tuning Special. This issue aims to fine-tune your gear and your form. First, we invite you to master paper tu...
06/08/2026

Issue 198: Tuning Special. This issue aims to fine-tune your gear and your form. First, we invite you to master paper tuning with Dr. James Park and George Ryals: the former explains what paper tuning is for, and the latter gives a masterclass session on perfecting your bow hand via paper tuning feedback. We move onto presenting the 4 big tuning staples for your home workshop by Shocq Archery, and the 12 essential must-haves for your bow kit; everything from bow squares, limb gauges, and thread, to bow scales and fletching jigs - all you need to be confident around your gear. We have two technique fine-tuning masterclasses: J.C. Holgado teaches you how to achieve a perfect elbow angle at full draw with your recurve, and Duncan Busby shares expertise on how you can fix compound draw length issues once and for all. Adam Miller helps you optimise your sight pin position for 70 meters, as Sophie Meering settles the prevalent tuning debate: pressure button vs. draw weight. Jan H. Sachers concludes his two-part history feature on the bows and arrows in the Bible, looking at proverbs and divinations. We also catch up with Gillo Archery and look at their latest exciting product, the GILLO Invisible Cross Sight Pin. Tune for perfection - elevate your craft!

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Issue 197: History Special. Fill your breaks with the history of the sport you love during long summer days out on the f...
23/06/2026

Issue 197: History Special. Fill your breaks with the history of the sport you love during long summer days out on the field! We begin with a report from the Conquest Cup in Türkiye and the latest news. Jan H. Sachers brings two features: first, on the history and origins of the laminated bow, and second, a two-part series on Biblical hunters and warriors. We revive a gem on the history of bow sights by the late Hugh Soar, while Alex Tyler investigates ten years’ worth of field archery data, presenting some interesting findings! Our editor shares two features, one exploring the Mesolithic masterpiece of Star Carr (the 11,000-year-old, most intact bow ever found), looking at the bow’s experimental copies and function; the second is a Cabinet of Curiosities feature that highlights some extraordinary archery marvels, like the Korean rocket arrow launcher, the Hwacha, and the "mythical" Spoon of Diocles. John Stanley looks at Drake’s 1977 Flight bow, Sophie Meering test-drives Easton’s Pack Mule Field Quiver, and Felicity May rounds it off with a selection of 12 pieces of archery gear that will be remembered in history. Uncover archery’s fascinating history!

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Issue 196: Mental Game Special. Long time in the making, this issue aims to help you become the best you can be. Richard...
12/05/2026

Issue 196: Mental Game Special. Long time in the making, this issue aims to help you become the best you can be. Richard Priestman talks about mental toughness in the '80s, sharing a wealth of knowledge, tips and resources. Duncan Busby talks about the importance of early mental game development in young archers. We share thoughts on how to address target panic and investigate the motor science behind tactile trigger techniques in elite archers, focussing on barebow sears. J.C. Holgado tackles attention and over-aiming in recurve, looking at their impact, diagnosis and resolution. Psychologist Dr Karl addresses the underrated skill of mindfulness, answering your questions. There is a lot for the equipment fans: Sophie Meering selects mind-ease gear to help eliminate unnecessary stress; Adam Miller explores the possibilities of 3D printing for archery; Felicity May reviews the new premium sight by Shibuya. We also share the latest exciting equipment releases by GGILLO Gold Medal MMK Korea Archeryand LLast Chance Archery
Master self, stay undefeated!

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Issue 195: Outdoor Special. This issue covers the return to the great outdoors, with extra attention to the arrow. We le...
17/04/2026

Issue 195: Outdoor Special. This issue covers the return to the great outdoors, with extra attention to the arrow. We lead with gear and stats from the Vegas Shoot by Duncan Busby. Para coach MJ Rogers shares expert tips on working with wheelchair users. J.C. Holgado, a world-level coach, provides a masterclass on the outdoor season transition to help you claim PBs with greater confidence. Dr. James Park discusses the physics of arrow point weight, Adam Miller preps your arrows for a rebuild, Felicity May examines three of Easton Archery flagship elite arrow shafts, and we source essential, sustainable, and durable traditional arrow-making supplies. Psychologist Dr. Karl explores the "bad loser" mentality and how it can be fixed. We speak to MK Korea Archery, the truly "Made in Korea" brand, and review the Fivics Archery Tenfix tab. Historian Jan H. Sachers gives his take on the history of the Islamic archery tradition. Have many golds this outdoor season!

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