How long should my bow string be?

How long should my bow string be?

Recurve and Longbow Strings Measure its length from string groove to string groove. Once you know the bow’s length, you can determine your bowstring’s length. If you shoot a recurve, your bowstring is usually 4 inches shorter than the bow’s length. If you shoot a longbow, the bowstring is 3 inches shorter.

Can you put a shorter string on a bow?

To increase the string height (distance from the bow to the string), you need to shorten the string. Hold the string between thumb and forefinger, just above the bottom loop. Spin the string between the thumb and finger so that you add twists to it. The more you twist the string, the shorter it gets.

Should Bow String touch your nose?

String on the nose: When you draw your bow, make sure the string touches a spot on your nose that remains consistent for you. If you feel it resting anywhere but that spot, you’ll know your shot feels “off.”

What happens if my bow is too short?

If the draw length is too short, you will feel “bunched up” or uncomfortable because you are too compressed. In addition, the elbow will have a fairly big bend in it in order for you to get the string to your face.

How many twists can you put in a bow string?

Question: How many twists can be put into a bowstring? On a standard compound bow, initially 1/2 to 3/4 twists per inch is a suggested range; meaning on a 60″ string, you should apply 30 to 45 twists. If you use a material that does not creep, no further twisting will be required.

Should I twist my bow string?

Putting in twists will make the string effectively shorter (think about twisting up a piece of string) which will increase the brace height; taking twists out will effectively give you a longer string and therefore smaller brace height. To do the tuning – start with the lowest sensible brace height and shoot 3 arrows.

How much can you shorten a bow string?

Shortening the bow string w/ovrhand Knot One over hand knot shortens the string about an 1/8th of an inch. I make the knot about an inch down from the base of the serving of the string loop. Anyone else do this and has anyone also tried this on compound bow strings?

Why do archers let the bow drop?

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Why does bow string hit my arm?

Grip is too tight – This is caused by holding your bow improperly. You shouldn’t need to hold your bow up, your bow hand is only there for support. If you’re gripping down too tightly with your bow hand, that rotates the bow so that once released, your string ends up closer to your forearm than it should.

How do you lengthen a bow string?

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How do I find my perfect draw length?

To measure your draw length, stand with your back to a wall stretching your arms out against the wall. Measure the distance from the end of your middle finger to the end of your other middle finger, basically the length of both arms, hands and chest. This measurement, minus 15 then divided by 2, is your draw length.

How do you know what size bow string to buy?

When buying a bowstring, you must know your bow length. Measure its length from string groove to string groove. Once you know the bow’s length, you can determine your bowstring’s length. If you shoot a recurve, your bowstring is usually 4 inches shorter than the bow’s length.

Do I need to adjust the draw length on my bow?

Not all bow companies measure draw length the same way, so you many have to adjust your length depending on the bow and string angle. Axle-to-axle length is another critical factor that may change how draw lengths feel and your draw length may need adjusted for that.

How do you know when to replace a bowstring?

Here are the steps for effectively checking the bowstring condition: If bowstring appears dry or fuzzy, apply bowstring wax by rubbing it into string fibers with fingers until it’s absorbed If any of the following 6 signs are present during compound bowstring inspection, the bowstring needs to be replaced.

How do I know if my bowstring needs wax?

Another sign that a bowstring needs wax is if little strands are sticking up so that the string looks “furry.” This is where a dry bowstring can become a problem. The “furry” look of a bowstring indicates that the string fibers are beginning to wear.