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JW_Halverson:
marking a nock point on the bowstring is a great first step towards killing the porpoise action.  I find I also need to mark the location of the arrow pass on the bow grip that corresponds with the correct nock point.  Moot point if you shoot with a shelf.

As for the fishtail problem, make sure the arrows you are making or buying are matched spine weight.  Then make absolute sure you are using a totally solid anchor point.  And the last step is to make sure the bow arm is consistent.  I had a problem with keeping my left elbow only slightly cocked when I started to get tired.  I'd end up shortening my draw a whole two inches. 

Shooting with a more experienced buddy watching you can point out your flaws. 

And the last piece of advice....watch for dropping your bow arm in order to watch the flight of the arrow.  THAT explained why I had so many inconsistently low arrows a year ago.

El Destructo:
Have you ever watched ..."The Masters Of The Bare Bow"  series? If not you should...it gives quite a Bit of Information on all forms of Sighting...and Shooting...and Bare Bow ...and Bare ArrowTuning

zenmonkeyman:
Tie a knot on your string under your nocking point.  Apparently sometimes the arrow wants to slide down the string during the release.  Don't put your knot too close to the nocking point or you'll pinch your arrow. 

Craig/Fl:
Thanks guys for all the advice, I did a search on brace heights and it seemed mine was a little on the high side compared to what I was reading so I lowered it. I also focused on my release which I believe was contributing to the problem, I guess recurves are more forgiving of a poor release because  I hadn't noticed any problems before. Anyways I think were on the right track as things did improve greatly yesterday while shooting, thanks again.

PeteC:
Craig , you mentioned that you get good arrow flight for a while,then it deteriorates.It sounds like to me,that as you tire,your allowing bad habits to creep in on you.You can shorten your practice time, and stop while your still shooting well .As someone else mentioned,have someone watch your form to help find the problem. The problem you are describing sounds an awful lot like one I fight from time to time.It only happens after I've shot way too many arrows. I have to focus on (1) rock solid bow arm,(2) reaching full draw(get it all) and positive anchor,with my draw arm straight in line with the arrow and my elbow feeling as if it is directly in line with my anchor.(3)Then the release is crisp,your string hand remains on your cheek,and the arrow hits the mark,with speed. I hope this makes sense. God Bless

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