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Archery Equipment - A Few Basic Terms

Archery has become a very popular sport, and with a little understanding of a few basic terms, you should be able to get started in this great sport. Here are a few basic terms to help you get started in archery.

Adjusting draw weight - Draw weight is the peak amount that you pull back when you draw the bow. Draw weights on bows are adjustable on average 15 pounds down from the maximum weight on the bow. To adjust the draw weight you simply turn the two bolts on the limbs exactly the same clockwise for more weight and counter-clockwise for less weight (never turn the limb bolts out further then described in the bows manual). Here are some references to help determine how much weight you might pull and how to pick a weight if this is the first bow that you are buying.

Draw Length - Draw length is the most important part of the bow setup. Without correct draw length the shooter will be inconsistent or uncomfortable with his or her bow. Here is how to determine correct draw length. Stand naturally (don't stretch) with your arms out and palms facing forward. Then simply measure from the tip of one middle finger to the tip of the other across your back (its easier to have someone help). Once you have that number , divide it by 2.5. If you shoot a release off the string, this is your draw length. For shooters that wish to shoot a string loop, add 1/2" to that number. If you want to  shoot wih fingers, add 1.5". If you come up with a number that is not an even number for length then round down. This will make it more comfortable and easier to shoot.

Measuring Arrow Length - Correct arrow length is measured from the bottom of the nock groove to the end of the shaft This distance includes a portion of the nock, the nock insert or outsert if any, and the shaft length. The point is not included. This is the length used for shaft selection.

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