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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: lisjak on September 30, 2010, 04:19:00 PM
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Hello,
I have been looking for new samick verna longbow, but the verna is made only in 64 inch length. Since I have 30 inch draw length and according to some tables I need 68 inch longbow.
But some new longbows are made only to 64 inch length.
What do you think about using 64 inch samick verna longbow for my draw length ( safety, arrow speed, stability, forgiving). I would use the bow for general shooting, roving and 3D.
Regards!
Luka
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If you truly draw 30" you will probably appreciate a 66" or longer bow, although IMO a 64" bow won't be horrible. I draw 29" and have bows 62", 64", & 66". A lot also depends on the bow. Some are smoother at a shorter length than others.
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someone who shoots that bow needs to answer your question. I draw 32+", and have bows from 56" to 68".....
There is no magic formula.
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With all the great custom bowyers we have in our midst why not contact one of them and get what is most suited for you. I don't know the price of that Chinese bow you are looking at but many bowyers build bows that are very competitively priced.
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...I have 30 inch draw length and according to some tables I need 68 inch longbow...
I have a 30 inch draw and have enjoyed shooting many 62 inch longbows. With a well designed bow I wouldn't even think about it until you started to get below 62 inches. And some will be fine drawing bows out to your length shorter than that.
Joshua
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I shoot 64" longbows with a 30+ inch draw. Both of mine are smooth and hard shooting. But as already said, bow designs vary greatly, it's best to test before you buy.
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It all comes down to finger pinch. I draw 29" and have bows 62" and 64" but 66" feels the best.
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Depends on the bow...I draw 31 and have used many 64" longbows comfortably