how many inches do you add to your draw length (middle of nock to far end of shelf) for the length of the arrow? Example: 27" draw so a 28" arrow....
Keep in mind that you will need about an inch taper for the field point or broadhead. I usually add about another inch for clearance from the back of the point to the back of the riser. Thus, for a 27-inch draw, I would be cutting the shafts to about 29 inches. A plastic nock will add about 1/8 inch to the tapered nock end of the arrow.
Add one inch.... If you draw 27" you shoot a 28" arrow. You can also measure by drawing back with a extra long arrow, and have someone mark the arrow on inch past the shelf.
rappstar
I personally go an inch and a half over. On wood, remember to cut the shaft another 1" longer since the taper for the point requires it. So for your example 27" draw, I would start with a 29.5" shaft.
I thought you were talking about the length of a finished arrow.. What Orion said is correct.....
thanks guys!
I shoot 29" cedars for my 26" draw. I like the extra length for the reduced spine since I shoot mostly self bows. Pat
Pat:
Then why not just order weaker spines instead of having 3" of arrow hanging out?
Bob
I like the extra weight on the arrows and I don't mind if 3" is sticking out. They still fly well. Pat