Why are bows so hard to pull back?

Why are bows so hard to pull back?

If it is a traditional bow/recurve the bow gets harder to pull the farther back you pull it. On a compound bow most have a certain “let off” which means you are not holding back the full weight setting of the bow. It’s difficult to pull back at first then gets easier at full draw.

How does draw weight affect arrow spine?

Bows with high draw weights need arrows with stiffer spines. As draw weights decrease, so must the arrow’s stiffness. In addition, short arrows are less flexible than long arrows, and heavier points need shafts with stiffer spines than do lighter points. You’ll find the spine number on the arrow’s label.

Does draw weight affect arrow speed?

Draw weight is a measurement of the force required to draw a bow. Bows with higher draw weights generate faster arrow speeds by transferring more energy to the arrow. The result is a flatter trajectory, deeper penetration, and greater likelihood of pass-through shots when bowhunting.

How do you adjust the draw weight on a bow?

To adjust the draw weight, we have to unload or load more stress (flex) on the limbs; we do that by tightening or loosening the limb bolts. To raise draw weight to maximum poundage, tighten the limb bolts (clockwise) until both limbs are tight against the riser.

What happens if arrow spine is too stiff?

If the arrow’s spine is too weak or too stiff, the arrow will not correct itself as soon as it should while in flight. If that arrow is weak and continues to flex (has a low spine rating), it’s going to veer off target. While an arrow will necessarily twist and turn in flight, what you don’t want it to do is wobble.

What happens if your arrows are too lightly or heavily spine for your bo?

If your arrows are too lightly or heavily spined for your bow, the “archer’s paradox” movements will be extreme, resulting in poor arrow flight and loss of accuracy. Arrow manufacturers publish selection charts that match bow weights to proper arrow spine. Your local archery shop will help you match your gear.

What affects bow speed?

The longer the draw length, the longer the effective powerstroke. This factor, as well, will make the bow propel the arrow faster and more powerfully. However, the downside to a short brace height (5 to 6 3/8 inches) is that it can be more difficult to shoot.

What are the dangers of playing with a heavy bow?

The first is very obvious. Trying to draw a bow that is too heavy can cause serious injuries, especially to your back. When your body can’t come up with the strength needed to draw and hold the draw weight of the bow, something might snap (worse case scenario).

What does the draw weight of my bow mean?

The draw weight of your bow means generally how strong your bow is. It tells you how much force or strength you need to use to pull back the string of your bow into full draw. Traditionally, the draw weight is measured in pounds.

How does draw length affect bow speed and time?

You may remember back in school we learn that speed = distance/time. The distance in the equation is the distance between the belly of the bow and the string (equaled draw length). The time is the time it takes for any given bows to travel from draw to brace. The time remains constant no matter how far the draw length is.

Is it better to use a light bow or heavy bow?

It is always better to use a bow that is too light than one that is too heavy! The first is very obvious. Trying to draw a bow that is too heavy can cause serious injuries, especially to your back.