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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: BrokenArrow on October 15, 2014, 06:06:01 pm

Title: String Length for short bows
Post by: BrokenArrow on October 15, 2014, 06:06:01 pm

As a rule of thumb what should the string lengths be for short bows that are 53,54,55, 56 and 57 inches NTN with a 6 inch brace height assuming no recurved tips and slight string follow? How much longer should the strings be for recurved tips?
I order then from 3 Rivers Archery.

Thanks

Title: Re: String Length for short bows
Post by: bushboy on October 15, 2014, 06:32:35 pm

3" for straight limbed,4" for recurve is a estimate.if it's a little long it can be twisted for ajustment.have to be careful twisting a string to much or it will break down rapidly.

Title: Re: String Length for short bows
Post by: bushboy on October 15, 2014, 06:39:59 pm

Making your own strings may be an option?

Title: Re: String Length for short bows
Post by: Pat B on October 15, 2014, 07:16:06 pm

Make your own strings with a bowyers knot on the bottom and they will fit any of them.

Title: Re: String Length for short bows
Post by: wizardgoat on October 16, 2014, 03:08:37 am

Honestly, learn to make you own, you won't regret it