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a long ATA bow with a long riser and short limbs will feel just as harsh in the draw cycle as a short riser, short ATA bow with the same length limbs. the longer limbs are just more “bendable” so they feel easier on the draw.
How does axle to axle length affect bow?
Axle-to-axle length Longer ATA. Longer ATA bows tend to have a smoother draw cycle. Shorter ATA. Shorter axle-to-axle bows tend to be faster and are utilized better in hunting situations like in a treestand or ground blind. Mid ATA. Longer brace height. Shorter brace height.
Are longer axle to axle bows more accurate?
When someone says that a bow with a longer axle to axle length is more forgiving and better at longer distances, there’s definitely some validity there. When it comes down to centimeters or even millimeters to determine a winner in competition, you definitely want the most stable and accurate bow possible.
Are longer bows easier to draw?
Longbows and recurves increase in draw weight as they’re pulled back. A smooth-drawing bow is easy to pull at the start but its draw weight rapidly increases when nearing full draw. Taller archers, for example, find longer bows smoother to draw than shorter bows.
Is a longer or shorter bow better?
As a rule, longer, heavier bows are easier to shoot accurately. (That’s why all the competition models are so long and have 3-pound stabilizers.) The hype is that an ultralight, super-short bow is easier to carry and maneuver.
Why are longer bows more accurate?
Long axle-to-axle bows are inherently more accurate than their shorter cousins. The longer a bow is from axle to axle, the easier it is to shoot at long range.
What does PW stand for on a bow?
Draw weight is the amount of force needed to pull a bow. Draw weight is measured in pounds.
Does draw length affect draw weight?
Yes, changing to a longer draw length on a bow increases the draw weight. Reduce the draw weight with the oimb bolts if you can.
Is 320 fps fast for a bow?
Even with today’s small profile, fixed-blade heads, most experts recommend a maximum arrow speed of 260-270 fps. Beyond that, broadhead planing becomes problematic for all but the very best archers. Today’s fastest bows are awesome in their ability to deliver speed.
How far can a recurve bow shoot accurately?
While the effective range for recurve archers is typically between 20 to 35 yards, compound archers can typically shoot between 30 to 40 yards, and some competitive compound archers can shoot for up to 60 yards.
Does bow length affect draw length?
In a general sense the shorter the bow the earlier it hits it’s ‘ideal’ draw length were the draw is smooth. Once past this point the bow can experience stacking which is pulling the limbs further to a point it become more difficult to draw and the weight your pulling increases with every extra inch.
Are shorter bows faster?
Shorter BH bows store more energy in the cams/limbs! Couple that with the fact that shorter bows have much larger cams that produce a longer peak line in the draw weight-Draw length graph, it results in a faster overall bow.
Are longbows more accurate than Recurves?
Recurve bows (when shot with proper form) tend to be more accurate overall than longbows. While longbows can range from alright to good when it comes to accuracy, modern recurve bows are engineered for accuracy. It’s for that exact reason that recurve bows are the only types of bows shot in Olympic target archery.
What length long bow do I need?
What size longbow do I need? A longbow should fit to your height plus a couple of inches as a rough guide. If you shoot one that is too short, you will find the bow won’t feel smooth to draw. Too long and there is a waste of energy with the extra height of the limbs at full draw.
Whats the best bow on the market?
What are the fastest compound bows? Model Max Speed (feet per second) Bowtech Prodigy (see below) 343 Elite Archery Impulse 34 340 PSE Evolve 31 338 Diamond Archery Deploy (see below) 330.
How do you measure your draw length for a bow?
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.
What makes a bow more forgiving?
A longer brace height (BH) makes a bow more forgiving of shooter error. BH is the greatest distance between the bow’s grip and the string.
Does brace height really matter?
It’s long been said that brace height is a key factor in a bow’s accuracy. Shorter brace height bows tend to have the reputation of being tough to tame. Instead of a bow with a 5″ brace height they would select a bow with a 6″ or 7″ brace height to maximize their accuracy.
What is a good brace height on a bow?
These guidelines work for most recurve bows, but always follow the manufacturer’s recommended brace-height range. 62- and 64-inch bows have 7½- to 8½- inch brace heights. 66- and 68-inch bows have 8- to 9-inch brace heights. 70- and 72-inch bows have 8¾- to 9½-inch brace heights.
Is 70 lb draw too much?
For example, a bow with a 70-pound peak weight and a 80% let-off should have a holding weight of around 14-pounds. Being able to hold a bow at full draw for 30 seconds is great, but if you’re shaking, struggling, and exhausted at the end of that time, then you’re not going to be able to make an ethical shot.
Do all compound bows have let off?
A standard compound bow will have let off of between 60% to 90%. These are just a rule of thumb though, and it does vary between different models. Some bows even have a feature of a changeable let-off percentage. But you’re probably wondering how let-off actually works on a compound bow.
What bow has the best let off?
The PSE Stinger Max is one of PSE’s all-time best-selling bows ever. The shorter limbs and bigger cam in the Stinger Max make it a great bow for hunting from a tree stand or deer blind. Their new SS cam system delivers a smooth draw with 80% let-off.
