I have two new bob lees I got a couple months ago one recurve and longbow. They are both 50lbs at 29". Ive been having some shoulder pain and was wondering what you guys recommend, ordering new limbs or have them sent to somebody and have them reduced a few lbs. Any info would be helpful and names of people who does this kind of work thanks brad
if these are new bows, having someone reduce the weight on them other than the bowyer who built them, will void your warranty.
if you are only talking about a few pounds it can be done for about half the cost of new limbs in most cases. Kirk
I had a take down recurve bow lightened up, Ted at Raptor Archery did it and he did a great job.
call JJ at bob lee i believe it is 100.00 to reduce weight of limbs.a few years back i had them back in 2 weeks .CHUB
It really is a personal decision, and varies based on your own circumstances. Are the limbs in very good or better condition? Maybe you could sell them and buy another set in a weight you prefer for the same money it would take to have them reduced. If they are in need of a refinish anyway, weight reduction starts to make sense.
Are the limbs and/or bow special to you in some way? Was it a gift or have special memories connected to it? Sometimes bows are just tools, other times we become pretty attached to our possesions for many different reasons.
Also, ask yourself if you are sure your shoulder problems are permanent. Often times therapy and/or surgery repair old joints. Is there a chance you might be able to use the heavier limbs again someday? If so, that tips the scales in the direction of a new set of lighter limbs.
John Rafferty (jcrafferty) is the new owner of the Bow Hospital (formerly part of Prairie Traditions) and could sure help with a weight reduction if you do decide to go that way.
The limbs are in great condition, not even a scratch on them and only a 100 or so shots on both of them. I will call JJ and see what he says or I might just order a lighter set of limbs and see if the shoulder pain goes away thanks guys