50 @ 29 = 44 @ 27? Performance Different?

[Kurt in Memphis]

I am looking at a used bow that is 50 @ 29.  I draw 27" and like a 45# bow at my draw length.  My question is this....Do bows built for 29" draws lose performance if drawn to a shorter length?  In other words, would the same bow that was built 44-45# @ 27" draw be any different than the longer draw bow?  

Are bows built for a 'sweet spot', and if so, is there a noticeable difference?  Would I be better off buying a bow marked/built 45 @ 27, or will it not matter?  I hope you all understand what I am trying to ask?      

Thanks!

[Bjorn]

If you ask a bowyer he will tell you it matters. The only way to be sure is to shoot the bow yourself and see if it matters to you.

[Chortdraw]

Don't think you would notice much difference if it is a bow with good cast design. You will be able to comfortably pull a shorter bow at your draw length but the bow will still give you what you need. I have a 25" draw and shoot a 56" bow and also have 60" and a 58" that also work good for me. Don't worry, it isn't going to be your ONLY bow now that you are hooked  :D

[Kurt in Memphis]

It's the Dale Dye listed on the classifieds, so there is no way to shoot it before buying.  I just don't see a lot of lighter weight bows that interest me, but his one is calling me!

I also doubt it will matter too much, but I was just wondering what everyone's personal experiences are.

Chortdraw, trust me, it's definitely not my first or last bow, just don't tell my wife I'm out looking for a different one!

Kurt

[thunder1]

Kurt I'm very familiar with the bow your asking about. I'm the one selling it. I understand your question. So I hope this helps a little. I also have a 27" draw and this bow pulls 45 lbs according to my scale. When I ordered my Dye bow ( due soon) I asked Dale the same basic question. What I came away with is this; a bow working near it's max is a little stronger bow.With this mind I was told that a 60" bow would be the bow length for max preformance for my draw. But then the benefits to a 62" bow be smoother draw,less finger pinch and longer sight window. My last two new bows was ordered for 62". Hope this helped.
David