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Title: added nock point
Post by: nhbuck1 on June 27, 2016, 02:28:00 PM
hey guys i shoot split and added a second nock point to my string, before especially at longer ranges i was always hitting to the left, i added the second nock point and all my arrows are flying straight now, what can be the cause of this
thank you all
kyle
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: ranger 3 on June 27, 2016, 02:55:00 PM
Maybe, your arrow was sliding up or down your string.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: nhbuck1 on June 27, 2016, 03:56:00 PM
would this cause this to happen?
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Looper on June 27, 2016, 04:06:00 PM
When you release your string, the arrow remains on the string until the string reaches the brace height, more or less. Until that point, the arrow will move towards the part of the string that was pulled the furthest, which is typically where your middle string finger is.

That downward movement on the string, however slight and however quickly, will cause your arrow to bounce off the rest/shelf, making tuning nearly impossible. A second nock, below the arrow, prevents that unwanted slide down the string.

It's important to leave a small (1/16") gap between a nocked arrow and the bottom nock to prevent the nock being pinched at full draw.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: nhbuck1 on June 27, 2016, 04:28:00 PM
i cant believe how much that little bit has shrunk my groups at further range
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Shadowhnter on June 27, 2016, 05:07:00 PM
Im with you on this one.... I remember the difference well. If you want even better feel and maybe performance,  tie on your nocking points with suitable material instead of pinch ons. It makes a big difference too.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: nhbuck1 on June 27, 2016, 05:10:00 PM
whats the difference? i really hate to change something thats working well
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: ranger 3 on June 28, 2016, 10:31:00 AM
One thing is glove or tab wear with clamp ons
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: LBR on June 28, 2016, 11:03:00 AM
With brass nock sets you need a quality set of nock pliers to avoid wear on your glove/tab.  I don't have any problem with mine.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: nhbuck1 on June 28, 2016, 11:52:00 AM
What's the best tie on nocks you guys use? Looking for something easy with instructions. Thanks a lot guys
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: LBR on June 28, 2016, 11:58:00 AM
BCY makes a nock tying thread.  One spool will last most folks a lifetime.  It's a coated nylon.  Elastic, so it holds a knot very well.  Burns and melts great also, and it's cheap.

"Best" way to tie on a nock depends on opinions.  I like simple, so a few half-hitches finished with a square knot or two works fine for me.  You can get as complicated as you want, but for me one works as well as the next.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Bldtrailer on June 28, 2016, 12:08:00 PM
Try this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YlYqDiJN8U
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: nek4me on June 28, 2016, 12:32:00 PM
I have always used tie on nock points - even on  compounds. I use whatever string material is available, Dacron or FF. Saw somewhere years ago a recommended knot by tying several overhand knots alternating back and forth on two sides of the serving and tying it off. You can vary knot size for whatever you need depending on string  diameter and nock gap.

Never thought of trying two nocks sets though to see if that improves flight.
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Shadowhnter on June 28, 2016, 01:04:00 PM
I like this one best. I use .40 diameter dacron fishing line. Follow Ricks direcions, and pay attention to keep the loops in line when slowly drawing it up tight. Awesome nock point.

https://youtu.be/1YlYqDiJN8U
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Bldtrailer on June 28, 2016, 01:21:00 PM
yup   :thumbsup:   that's the 1 works    :clapper:   gr8    :archer2:
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Pine on June 28, 2016, 02:30:00 PM
My favorite is waxed dental floss .
I also use two nock points .
Title: Re: added nock point
Post by: Shadowhnter on June 28, 2016, 04:21:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Bldtrailer:
yup    :thumbsup:    that's the 1 works     :clapper:    gr8     :archer2:  
Awww geeeez....didnt realize that was the same vid you posted until now!   :dunno:  sorry bro....its a good way to go anyways!