What is 3rd Axis Adjustment? BTB – Episode 3

It was about an hour before dark and I spotted a nice black bear feeding along the edge of a bluff. Quickly, I scaled the cliff I was sitting up against and scurried my way over to him. If everything worked out, I’d be able to come in from above and have a steep downhill shot at the bear. That’s exactly what happened and exactly where I learned a harsh lesson about my 3rd axis adjustment.

Serious bowhunters will likely have at least one story similar to what I’ve laid out above. I’ve been burnt more than once by 3rd axis and it’s stung each time. In order to try and save you some “sting” I’m going to give you the nitty gritty on your 3rd axis adjustment in the video below. If you’re not paying attention to 3rd axis, you’re asking to fail. Whether you’re bowhunting from a treestand or spot and stalking in the west, this applies to you.

Understanding 3rd Axis Adjustment

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