I can't find a web site for Chaparral Archery does anyone know how to get in touch with them?
I have a recurve made by Chaparral. It is a 60 inch 47 lbs at 27 inches and called an "Alpine". I would like to find out the recommended brace height and recommended string length.
I have been shooting it with a 57 inch string and 7.5 inch brace.
Thanks Guys!
Sorry to say Bruce and Helga are not in the business anymore. I don't know if it was health issues or Bruce just finally wanted to retire and do some elk hunting in New Mexico. I remember the one year he drew a tag and was too busy making bows to go.Bruce made a great bow for the money. I had two Kaibabs and an Alpine recurve.Mike from Mikes Leather might know more I believe he was pretty close to Bruce. But 7 1/2" brace height sounds right to me.
Youre in the ballpark. I had one and braced it at 7. If it aint noisy then you found the sweet spot.
I'VE GOT THE SAME BOW.54 AT 27.I CALLED THEM AWHILE BACK WITH THE SAME ?.THEY SAID 7 1/2 TO 8 ON THE BRACE HEIGHT.HOPE THAT HELPS.
call john fazio...its his design
Thanks for the help guys.
I wish Bruce and Helga well, hope they are enjoying retirement. If you read this Bruce, thanks for a great bow.
heydeermen & 4-fletch, looks like I am in the ball park, thanks.