Beginner’s guide
Which bow is right for me?
Compare the families, find your draw length and the right draw weight, and see which model fits what you are looking for.
Families
Compare the 4 bow families
Prices are for the Standard version. See every model and version in the catalog.
| Family | What it is | Ideal for | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longbows | A long bow (66 to 74 in.) with classic lines and a smooth shot. | Instinctive shooting, beginners, historical and field archery. | R$ 1,200 |
| Takedown recurves | Comes apart into riser and limbs (58 to 66 in.); short and fast. | Those who travel with the bow, want to swap limbs or chase performance. | R$ 2,500 |
| One-piece recurves | A single piece (50 to 64 in.); short, no assembly. | Those who prefer a simple, compact bow that does not come apart. | R$ 1,550 |
| Hybrids | Aggressive design, short and fast (58 to 64 in.). | Those who want speed; in competitions it counts as a recurve. | R$ 2,000 |
Your measurement
How to measure your draw length
Draw length is how far you pull the bow back to the shooting position. The bow is built for your draw length, so this measurement matters.
01
Open your arms
Standing, spread both arms at shoulder height, palms forward.
02
Measure your wingspan
Ask someone to measure the distance from fingertip to fingertip.
03
Divide by 2.5
The result is an estimate of your draw length. E.g. 180 cm ÷ 2.5 = 72 cm, or about 28 inches.
04
Confirm with us
It is only an estimate: message us on WhatsApp and we will help you confirm the right measurement before building.
Draw weight
How to choose your draw weight (in pounds)
Draw weight, measured in pounds (lb), is the force needed to pull the bow. A common range for beginners is 25 to 35 lb, but it depends on build, age and fitness.
01
Start lighter than you think
A lighter bow lets you train your form and avoids injury. You can move up in weight later.
02
Think about your full draw
Draw weight is rated at a reference draw length. Longer draws raise the real weight, usually by about 2 to 3 lb per inch.
03
Pick what you can hold without shaking
You should be able to draw fully, hold and release with control, several times in a row.
04
Talk to us
Tell us your build, your experience and your goal. We will suggest the most suitable weight range.
Which one
If you want this, look at that
I want to start in traditional archery
Longbows are the classic path: simple lines and a smooth shot. See Inquisition, Desbravador, Seagull and Sankara.
See longbows →
I like historical, medieval bows
Cruciform (a yew replica) and Inquisition (laminated, with historical lines).
See the Cruciform →
Takedown recurves come apart into riser and limbs: Graal and Doom.
See takedown →
The Whip (hybrid) counts as a recurve in competitions. Check your category rules.
See the Whip →
I want to be able to swap the limbs
The Doom follows the standard school-bow limb pattern, from many brands.
See the Doom →
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