FF vs Non FS

[Butts2]

Really do not know the difference. Is one really preferable over the other? If they get mixed and matched with various bows...consequences?

[OP-archer]

Many modern bows (both recurves and longbows) have reinforced limb tips to handle the added strain of a fast flight string because they have minimal stretching which puts more stress on the limb tips. Older bows which do not have these reinforced limb tips and can only shoot non-flast flight strings (Dacron).  If you put a fast flight string on a bow not rated for it, you eventually will damage the tips and limbs. If you have any questions about what your bow will handle, call the manufacturer.  Safety first!

[Night Wing]

Both of my bows are built to handle fast flight bowstring material. Since I shoot low poundage bows, I find it gives me a faster arrow and I can use a heavier spined arrow than if I was using a non fast flight bowstring.

[JParanee]

Originally posted by Night Wing:
Both of my bows are built to handle fast flight bowstring material. Since I shoot low poundage bows, I find it gives me a faster arrow and I can use a heavier spined arrow than if I was using a non fast flight bowstring.

Bingo I think ff makes a harder hitting bow

[JRY309]

I prefer a low stretch FF type string for the feel of the shot.And not for any speed increase I may get.The bow feels more solid and not springy like with dacron.Dacron on some bows can increase handshock.Just not a fan of dacron,only use dacron on a couple of older vintage recurves.