Static Recurve vs. Recurve

[boinky]

If this is in the wrong forum I'm sorry.  I recently bought a static recurve and I'm still not sure what the difference is.......I understand what makes it static.....or at least I think I do.

Can somebody explain to me the difference in static and regular recurve?

Thanks!

[PEARL DRUMS]

A static tip recurve will not move or change shape as the bow is drawn. A standard recurve will uncoil some as the bow is drawn. Static means non-moving.

[boinky]

Originally posted by PEARL DRUMS:
A static tip recurve will not move or change shape as the bow is drawn. A standard recurve will uncoil some as the bow is drawn. Static means non-moving.

Thanks......thats what I thought!  

So, what is the advantage of a static recurve?

[PEARL DRUMS]

IMO? Nothing. If you notice not many bowyers build statics, glass or wood. I think that is driven by demand more than difficulty in the build.

[Pat B]

I think a static recurve is a bit faster because the static tips act as levers and put more strain on the working portions of the bow, giving a bit more power.

[Michael Arnette]

I've shot a few statics, the are more quiet than most traditional Recurves and are slightly better than the average recurve for arrow speed.

[PEARL DRUMS]

Can't argue there may a bit of a performance difference, but I'll be darned if I can notice it at 15-20 yards. The draw can feel different to, not always a performance thing but a feel thing. Everybody has their own idea of how a bow should draw.

[fnshtr]

I'm a static "convert". The first static I shot, I shot better than any bow previously owned, and I've owned and shot several "top of the line" bows, both recurve and longbows.

It "feels" smoother, it is definitely quieter and just seems to "fit" me better than any bow I've owned. Also, there a LOT of bowyers offering statics.

I'm sure these observations are subjective... To each his own.

All I know is that I am convinced they are the right bow for me.JMO

[nineworlds9]

The only noticeable differences I have felt and observed are in sound tone/volume and draw feel.  The statics I have sampled have a more linear constant pull akin to a r/d longbow vs working curves which have that slight hump feeling as they uncurl.  Noise wise many seem to have a lower tone also as there is less string contact.  They are not automatically superior to any working curve IMHO.  Thats hype talking.  To me they are very very suited to the guy who can't decide between a hybrid LB and a working curve.  YMMV.

[Paul Cousineau]

I own both types and I have found that I can't make blanket statements about the differences in shooting characteristics. And if   I was to make such a statement it would be this: Generally speaking I find static tip recurves to be quitter than dynamic recurves. It seems that not everyone is on the same page when it comes to the technical attributes that deem a bow either static or dynamic...or even semi static. If you were to do a google search on the topic of static vs dynamic recurves you will find a lot info. There are a lot more bowyers making statics today than there was 3-4 years ago.

[Kyle Lancaster]

IMO, there are some bows out there claiming to be statics that are not. Some bows just have really aggressive "hooks" but they mostly unfold to a degree during the draw. Others like the Kwyk Styk are true statics. Again, my opinion.

[DaveT1963]

For me - they are far more quiet and that is what I like about them.  The one I have from Abe P (Caribow) it just is the best shooting/pointing bow I have ever shot.  I really have to screw up the shot to miss much at 25 yards.  it just seems to be forgiving of my minor shooting form flaws.

[Jmatt1957]

I own both the standard recurve tends to be a bit noiser then the static tip bow. I also feel the static tip draws smoother and are faster. Everything else being the same.

[jackdaw]

This is a great thread! Have never read much about these..., but have been fascinated by them for a few years...!!! Interesting feedback...

[Cavscout9753]

Yeah, great thread. I may never come off of ASLs, but I've always wondered about static tip recurves too. I guess I assumed they were somehow less performing bows and thats why they aren't as common. Good info and good to hear they're still out there.