Once you’ve decided what recurve and arrows you want, we recommend reading ourlist of bow accessories you need to getto start shooting your recurve. Step #1: Determine Your Draw Weight Requirements Your first
The movement and energy propel the arrow from the bow at high speed Two factors determine the amount of energy a bow can hold. Its draw weight is the amount of force required to draw the bow. A bow's draw weight increases the farther back you pull the string. Its draw length is the...
It’s important to remember that your draw length, D-loop and release aid will all help to determine the position of this first reference point, so you may find that your hand-to-face contact point will change depending on your equipment setup. As a starting point I’d recommend trying t...
The force draw curve refers to the relationship between the draw length and the draw weight of a bow. For instance, if we consider a recurve bow with a brace height of nine inches (the distance between the deepest part of the handle and the string when the bow is at rest), drawing ...
Poundage, also called draw weight, is a descriptor of how much weight it takes to pull the bow string back. Your size and strength will determine the poundage that will serve you best. This is one of the things an expert at an archery club can help you with. For example, a child ...
To find your draw length, pull back your bow as if you were going to shoot it. Then, have a friend measure the distance between the front of the bow and the back of the string. 4 Purchase protective gear. Certain pieces of equipment are essential for ensuring both a safe and enjoyable...