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hillbilly61:
What are some ways of reducing the nodes before straightening? I noticed the ones I'm practicing on still look bent after straghtening, enven though I know they are straight. I know the nodes need to come off. I just thought it might be better if it was done first.

nugget:
I use a file and spin the shaft with my hand as I am filing the node off. Then I smooth with sandpaper. Go slow and try to file evenly.

aero86:
I use a dremel tool with a sanding drum.  Hold the dremel steady and spin the shaft.   Then smooth it out.  I've heard some people compressing the nodes down.  I've yet to try it

Cacatch:
I've never done it, but there are some guys on here that heat the nodes and roll them over a round rock to press them flat.

Pat B:
You want to do all the straightening first. I generally don't reduce the nodes but when I do I either compress them or sand them. If the cane arrows spins true it should fly true. Having a crook here or there doesn't necessarily mean they won't fly well.

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