Where does the arrow rest go on a bow?

Where does the arrow rest go on a bow?

Right Hand Arrow Rest: You will place the arrow on the left side of the bow , hold the bow with your left hand and draw back the string with your right hand. Left Hand Arrow Rest: You will place the arrow on the right side of the bow , hold the bow with your right hand and draw back the string with your left hand.

Which side do you nock an arrow?

A nocked arrow should be positioned about a quarter inch above the arrow rest on the bow handle. On most bows, a small brass band called a “nocking point” is crimped onto the bowstring to mark the correct position.

Do you need a arrow rest?

A rest is not necessary. I would use some velcro or something on the shelf and side-plate though. Nothing wrong with a rest, usually get a little better arrow flight but it’s not necessary. You can go either way.

What is right handed bow?

A right-handed person generally shoots a right-hand bow. A left-handed person generally shoots a left-hand bow. A right-hand bow is actually held in the LEFT hand and drawn back with the right hand. Conversely, a left-hand bow is held in the RIGHT hand and drawn back with the left hand.

Do you need an arrow rest?

Where should the Arrow be placed on the arrow rest?

The arrow is placed on the arrow rest so it is between the archer and the bow. To clarify this more, whether you are shooting left or right handed, a good rule to remember is that your knuckles to the hand holding the bow will always be on the same side of the bow as the arrow rest, as in this picture Click here to add your own comments

Which hand do you hold the bow with?

If you are right handed you should be drawing the bowstring with your right hand and holding the riser/bow in your left hand. The arrow is placed on the arrow rest so it is between the archer and the bow. Join in and write your own page! It’s easy to do.

Do you need an arrow rest for a recurve bow?

A recurve bow does not need an arrow rest as it’s perfectly acceptable to shoot off the shelf. However, even if shooting off the shelf it’s recommended to use a “shelf rest” which protects the wood on your bow. There are however some advantages to using other types of rests.

How can you tell if a compound bow is right or left handed?

If the compound bow’s riser is on the right hand side, then it’s a left handed bow. If the riser is located on the left hand side, then it’s a right handed compound bow! Arrow rest for left handed bow – often they can be set up for both sides. The same applies on a compound bow’s arrow rest.