Most bowhunters set their sight and forget it. But dialing in your bow sight the right way—with real field feedback, not just range sessions—can make the difference between a clean shot and a clean miss.
In this episode, Dan and I break down some of the overlooked details about bow sight setup, especially for mobile and public land bowhunters. We talk about second and third axis leveling, why most bowhunters don’t practice the right way, and what you should actually be thinking about before you draw back on a buck.
We also talk gear, practice habits, and how to build confidence in your setup—not just in your yard, but in real hunting situations. If you’ve ever second-guessed your sight in the moment of truth, this one’s for you.
What We Cover in This Episode:
The common bow sight mistake most hunters overlook
How to think about yardage and angle compensation in the woods
Real talk about practicing for real-world bowhunting, not 3D targets
Why second and third axis leveling actually matters (and when it doesn’t)
Confidence, sight adjustment, and what makes a system reliable under pressure
Mike and Dan’s personal sight setup tips from the field
Mentioned Gear & Tools
- Truglo Apex Covert Pro Bow Sight ➡︎ https://geni.us/Hp5sCBE Trek 3-Pin Bow Sight ➡︎ https://geni.us/gXdM9WBGardePro Trail Camera ➡︎ https://geni.us/gardepro-liveMy 2025 Gear List (What I'm Carrying): ➡︎ https://bit.ly/2025-gear Best Bow Hunting Gear of 2025 (My Picks) ➡︎ https://bit.ly/42pM7jO
Connect with Mike & Dan:
🎯 Website: https://archeryhunting.com
📺 YouTube: The Everyday Bow Hunter
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