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Title: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: claysmokin on February 25, 2009, 06:53:00 PM
I am interested in getting a pronghorn 3 piece. My question is if a set of 60 inch limbs would handle a 29.5-30 inch draw. What is your opinion on that and your experiences with Mr. Meland's bows? Thank you for your input.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: Stringdancer on February 25, 2009, 06:58:00 PM
His bows are awesome, Smooth, and silent. I would go with a 62" with your draw length.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: Steelhead on February 25, 2009, 08:34:00 PM
Definatly 62 incher.Superb bows.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: B-DOG on February 25, 2009, 08:38:00 PM
i have a 29" draw and have a 64" 3 piece on order. i shot a 60" and definatly need longer for me to be comfortable
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: artifaker1 on February 25, 2009, 10:35:00 PM
I draw 29 max with a low grip and I have several of the 3 piece takes at 62. none of them stack. I just got a new one I need to post pics of.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: Bowtie on February 25, 2009, 10:57:00 PM
At least a 62".  Herb Meland makes an excellent bow and is a great person to deal with.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: FerretWYO on February 26, 2009, 12:15:00 AM
Get a 62 you will not be disappointed.
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: Dave Pagel on February 26, 2009, 09:09:00 AM
I guess I am the dissenting opinion here.  I draw 29 and after taliking with Herb frequently, I shoot a 60 inch takedown with no issues. They are great bows.

I highly recommend you talk to Herb.  No one knows the characteristics of their bows like the bowyer and Herb is not necessarily an advocate of longer is better.

Dave
Title: Re: pronghorn 3 piece
Post by: FerretWYO on February 26, 2009, 11:18:00 AM
Dave is right Herb does not really advocate the longer lengths. He told me a few months ago that if it gets over 62 that it is out of the range that he designed the bow to preform.