Bow Fishing Bows

So What do use when starting out in this new sport? Usually any old archery bow will work for bow fishing. I currently use the PSE Silver hawk bow. It is a 55lb. compound bow. Not my bow of choice but it is what I had available. Most people use a single re curve since when you shoot it is usually done with a what is called a snap shot. Others prefer to use what is called a zero let off bow. This type of bow is good since it is similar to the single re curve bow but smaller in length.

In today's world of bow fishing a retriever is the perfect choice to ad to your bow fishing bow. Simple design and easy enough a child can use it. There made to be mounted with spacers and hardware that takes about 10 minutes to mount on the side of your bow. The retriever makes it real nice for recovering your fish back to the boat.

The choice of arrows and tips also very. I choose to use a standard arrow with a double barb tip. Most fish can be shot with this same set up. Even the tough scale of alligator gars.

Check your local regulations before you go. Bow fishing doesn't usually follow regular fishing regulations.