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Title: Which Grip
Post by: zinndl on January 16, 2009, 10:22:00 AM
I am looking at getting another long bow and I kind of like the look of the traditional straight grip; the bow I now have has a dished grip. I have never shot a straight grip long bow so I was hoping I could get some opinions as to the pros or cons of the straight vs dished grip styles. Thanks.
Title: Re: Which Grip
Post by: Orion on January 16, 2009, 10:43:00 AM
Of course, it would be better to try one before you buy, but there's very little difference between a dished and straight grip.  After a few arrows one way or the other, you probably wouldn't notice it.  The difference is greater between an indexed grip and straight or dished.
Title: Re: Which Grip
Post by: E. Texas HillBilly on January 16, 2009, 11:05:00 AM
Hello Zinndl,
          I personally love a straight grip. I think it gives you the ability change hand positions to adjust to difficult shot positions easier, no bumps or uncomfortable positions with a straight grip. It does, I think, take a little more time to master though. As your hand can't just go to the same place everytime without thinking, like on a locator. It will in time, just takes practice. Just my opinion though.
                                     -Hillbilly