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JBL:
I have a really short draw length (23.5") at this draw my 45# bow only is 32#.  The bow is not center shot and I am concerned about arrow spine vs arrow length.  I know if I was to have the arrows cut at 25" they will be much stiffer than lets say 27"; I do not have a problem with "extra" arrow if it will allow for better arrow flight.  My question is what are the problems with having arrows that are longer than an inch past draw length?

Pat B:
All of my arrows are 29" for my 26" draw. There is no problems that I have noticed with longer arrows. You can reduce spine weight without having to use weaker arrows and I like the added weight I get from longer arrows.  I believe I answered your post on TradGang also. ;)        Pat

JBL:
Pat- Yes you did and thank you again.  The big question I had was about arrow length past draw length.  I guess the other question I have is if arrow flight is not effected by an arrow being cut more than an inch over draw length why is there an obsession in many circles to cut the arrow to this one inch mark?

Pat B:
I think it has to do with some folks having to have everything perfect. With primitive stuff perfection isn't always an option. Some South American Natives and other cultures use very long arrows and no fletchings. They make their living with them and have for eons. Sometimes we get hung up on what some think is necessary but it is proven that ain't necessarily so.
   A bit of experimenting will help you find the appropriate arrow length for your bow, short draw and shooting style.  Good luck and keep us posted.     Pat

ps. What is your shaft material?

Hillbilly:
This arrow is 50" long, and shoots good with my 26" draw. I usually make most of my arrows about 2" longer than my draw, but I know people who make all their arrows about 6" over their draw.

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