Is a 40 lb draw weight too much for a skinny 14 year old? He is about 5' 9, 110 lbs
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I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be better. If its target practice (like i do), 35lbs, if its hunting, i have no opinion. I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be... » Read More I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be better. If its target practice (like i do), 35lbs, if its hunting, i have no opinion. « Show Less
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My advise is to go to a range where they rent bows. Have him try out a few of those to see what his ideal draw weight would be. He would need something that isn't so light that it's too easy, unless he is just starting to learn. Also he would need something that isn't too hard to pull. But starting out at 40 is a bad idea.
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It is close. 30 or 35 might be better. Two things to consider. Can he hold a 3 lb weight with his left arm extended for 3 minutes without shaking? The arm needs to be extended like he is going to shoot. The challenge with thin mid teens is that they often have more length than strength in their arms. If he is active, then he should be ok on this one. The other is draw weight. You want to start with an easy pull to develop form, rhythm and proper anchor points and then move up in draw weight as he grows in thickness and strength.
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If he can lift 40lbs it should be fine. Itight be a little difficult the first few shoots but it doesn't take long at all to build the strength...and bonus strength building is good for all of us. Hope that helps
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That bow has interchangeable limbs at a reasonable price. He might start out at 35# and develop his bow strength, then get some 45# later. You can probably sell the first set of limbs easily. If you have not yet purchased this bow, you might consider the Samick Sage. I have both, and the Sage is much smoother.
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It would depend more on the bow than the string, but I have this string on my 45 lb bow that we typically over draw a bit closer to 50 lbs.
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My son is 60 lbs and 54 inches and can use it well. It does require finger strength to pull the trigger through.
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My 10 year old daughter shoots these with her 14 pound youth recurve (Samick Polaris) and they work great. I think you should be fine. I even use these with my 45# Longbow when we go to the range together, and they work well on that too.
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Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right size, if there is even a small chance that archery will be more than a passing fancy for your daughter. Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right... » Read More Yes - this bow will quickly become too small for a 9 year old girl, or will be too small right from the start. Check the bear archery website, the youth bow section. You'd probably be better off getting the 'Wizard', which is the exact same bow but longer. This matters most because of the DRAW LENGTH. This one is very short - only 16" - which means she can only pull back about 16" before the bow "stacks up" or becomes impractical to pull back further. This forces bad form and bad shooting. The difference in price will be near negligible, so go ahead and get the right size, if there is even a small chance that archery will be more than a passing fancy for your daughter. « Show Less
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I think it is a good fit for her. I bought one for my 8 yr old son and he loves it. Read the directions on how to reduce the draw weight if she can't pull it back
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I think mine was only set for 45lb when I got it soI had weight adjusted and ended up adjusting draw length as well.
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poundage is about 28-31 pounds and drawlength is 18 to 25in good for ages 14 and below
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absolutely yes, the 25 pound draw weight throws an arrow very fast and the 50% let up means that while she's at full draw and sighting she is only holding 13 pounds plus the finger saver rollers on the string make it easier on young hands.
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the overall height of the bow is to short for an adult. Look for something atleast 50" tall but most adult are more comfortable in a 60" + bow. As for weight of the pull, this has a good range for a beginning adult. 15lb would be ideal for learning good form while building up the muscles used to shoot.
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No it's an amazing bow! Great for first time bow hunter/ Archery, kids or Pros. Draw weight goes down to 5 pounds which was great for my 6 year old and in a female and draw back 30 pounds of weight. My husband draws about 60 back. Once you test shoot it and get it sighted in where you want it then this bow will last you for years! :)
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My son was 23 lbs. at 2 1/2y when he started wearing this. (yes, he is very skinny.) I personally think this underwear is true to size. I'm sure it shrunk a bit after wash, because they fitted better on him. I do not recommend size S to your 34lbs. child. It would be really, really small.
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My husband had carried out 36 lb yr old. He said it was like carrying a hiking pack that heavy. You get to a point where if your body isn't used to carrying that much weight it will always be uncomfortable because it's too much for your body. He had no problem with it. He carries that much weight hiking frequently.
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12 and up should be ok . it's a middle weight at 25 lb . max draw is 26 inches . its not a toy .
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No, a 40" draw is pretty unusual. You would probably do better with a larger bow. The Mohegan bow from greatreearchery comes in a 68 inch model for the same price range. They are a little harder to find in 68". I would try andoverarchery and call and ask them.
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The PSE Razorback is an excellent bow. On this bow the poundage is reached when you pull the bow back 28". My guess is that he will be drawing the bow back about 24", so this will reduce the draw weight by 8#. As he grows his draw length will increase which will also increase the poundage he is pulling on the bow. I would go with the 25 pound unless he is very active and stronger than average. He will be more prone to develop bad habits with the heavier bow.
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I think they have weight recommendations on different models. My son is 14 and they are perfect for him.