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shortstroke 91 · April 12, 2010, 06:27:00 PM

Currently have a 15" black onyx on the way with a set of #40 long recurve limbs.
I normally like to shoot #47 at my 29" draw so my question is. Would I be better off with #45 medium limbs, #45 long limbs or #50 long limbs backed out a little. A few feet per second doesn't matter to me one way or another I'm much more concerned with smoothness and quiet.

I can't quite wrap my head around the preload and #2 per inch vs #3 per inch.
Thanks,

Bob Morrison · April 12, 2010, 06:48:00 PM

The 50 Longs backed off with your 29" draw will work better on a 15" riser.

maxwell · April 12, 2010, 08:10:00 PM

Trad tech limbs are usually a little heavier than what it says- mine are. I would get the 45 longs set in the middle and you will end up in your desired range. Just my opinion.

Jeremy · April 12, 2010, 08:56:00 PM

The TT limbs are marked at the lowest rated poundage. I had that conversation with them when I ordered. So backed out all the they'll be 45# on whatever riser they're marked for.

April 12, 2010, 09:39:00 PM

Maximum preload will benefit folks with short or very short draw lengths. I agree with Mr. Morrsion that you'll be better served to set your limbs at mid-range to minimum preload to find the sweetspot for a 29" draw.

As for the weight of the limbs, I won't say for sure, but I'll guess those 40# limbs will be fine.

shortstroke 91 · April 13, 2010, 03:06:00 PM

Thanks yall.

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shortstroke 91

Bob Morrison

maxwell

Jeremy

shortstroke 91