TAKING YOUR BOW ABROAD: ULTIMATE GUIDE
Most people have heard a few airline-baggage horror stories, and seasoned archers may have a few of their own. For the pros, gear not turning up or being delayed at a major tournament is essentially an occupational hazard, and the archery peleton usually swings into action lending spare bows, arrows, and everything else. For us mere mortals, it may be more complicated, and if your bow isn’t there on time, that’s it. So how can you avoid delays and issues with your equipment when travelling?
DRIVE… IF YOU CAN
If it’s possible to avoid the hassle and expense of flying, do so. Most commonly, archers will share a car with several other archers, and usually share some of the driving, too. This is, naturally, only feasible on certain journeys, and fuel, expense, and wear and tear also add up. However, it gives a lot of flexibility. See if you can share the burden next time – and, of course, it’s better for the environment too.
BOX IT UP
Make sure you have a travel-worthy case. The small, soft-sided case
