Post by: socalmonster09 on December 27, 2023, 02:48:37 PM
I have a short draw, 25" what should I look for in a bow that my draw length.
I would like a bow at 45pd at my draw. what are the calculation per pd of draw
length. where do you find info on size/length per pd. would a 50 to 52 pd.
and 58" to 60" be close enough for someone my size. the bow would be use
for hunting. mainly hunting hogs and turkeys. my main bow now is a Holm
River Runner Static at 43.5 pd at 28" draw and I know will work for turkey
but might not be enough for hogs, I would like a little more power in my shot.
thanks for all the info.
Post by: Wudstix on December 27, 2023, 02:59:35 PM
:campfire: :coffee: :archer2: :campfire:
Post by: Orion on December 27, 2023, 03:06:29 PM
Post by: Terry Green on December 27, 2023, 03:08:32 PM
At 25" it sounds like you are not getting full extensions or proper back tension. Are you drawing with your arm or with your back?
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 27, 2023, 03:13:19 PM
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 27, 2023, 03:23:12 PM
back all the way tell my middle finger hit the corner of my mouth arm slightly bent cardboard
touch riser at full draw. it measured 25" to the U in the nock. Friday I will get someone at
the club to take picture. I'm 5'6" tall, I believe I'm drawing with my back muscles.
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 27, 2023, 03:39:40 PM
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 27, 2023, 04:52:11 PM
is the number supposed to be close to each other.
Post by: Terry Green on December 27, 2023, 05:59:43 PM
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 29, 2023, 05:57:19 PM
timers from the club. :biglaugh:
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 29, 2023, 06:04:16 PM
Post by: socalmonster09 on December 30, 2023, 01:07:35 PM
Post by: Ray Lyon on January 01, 2024, 09:38:15 PM
From a bow standpoint, look at shorter bows like Shrew or Bear Kodiak Magnum in 52” lengths that can handle fast flight style (high performance) strings. The older Bear K-mags are not designed for those strings. Also, make sure your arrows are utilizing higher front of center setup with point/insert weight and stay with 5/16 or skinnier carbon arrows to increase penetration qualities. Two blade heads also improve penetration.
If you like longer bows, a Bear Super Kodiak or Martin Hunter model have shorter limbs that will give you snappier performance at shorter draw, but I believe the shorter bow will still give you a smooth draw and better performance at your draw length.
Lot’s of variables to consider but if you put the most efficiency improving principles in your favor you can have a very effective hunting setup. Bottom line is accuracy/shot placement always wins.