If you are looking for a great beginner bow that’s very versatile and you’ll only have to buy once, then the Side-Kick from Parker may be what you are looking for. With draw weights available from 20 to 50 lbs, and draw adjustments from 18-28 inches, this bow will last a long time. These features make it great for a younger person, or first time archer looking to get into archery.

All Parker bows feature a lifetime warranty, and with the Grow Up with Parker Program you can’t go wrong. The Grow Up with Parker Program allows you to start at a low draw weight of about 20-30lbs. This will allow your young person or new archer to start at the lower poundage so they can have a chance to learn proper form and technique without the discouraging frustrations and bad habits that can come with shooting too much draw weight. Then when they are ready to step up to a higher poundage, let’s say 30-40lbs, then all you have to do is ship the bow back to Parker and for Fifty bucks they will put a set of limbs on it. You’re not out another $300 plus bucks on a new bow! You have one bow that someone can grow up and learn on until they are ready to step up to a full size bow.

We think that the Side-Kick Outfitter package with the whisker biscuit is the way to go. You get the bow, a fiber optic sight, four arrow quiver, wrist sling, string peep, and of course the whisker biscuit. Everything you need to get started is on the bow. The whisker biscuit is great because the new archer does not have to worry about the arrow falling off the bow because it is completely enclosed. This can help to reduce frustrations and worries.

The bow has a nice smooth draw with a light break over that’s easy for just about anyone to draw. There is a little vibration and kick that could easily be tamed by a light weight stabilizer. Although the quiver and site are not the highest quality they are perfect to get you started, will serve you well for many years, and are easily upgradeable when you are ready.

 

It is important to learn right, and learn right the first time. With the Side-Kick you will have this advantage. We would suggest if you are a young archer looking to step up to a new bow or a first time archer, visit your local pro shop to get the bow set up properly for you and give the Parker Side-Kick a shot.