wrist slap

[Medic85]

I shoot a HH Big 5 and the string slaps the inside of my wrist where a watch would be every time I shoot.  Brace height is set at 6.5.  Any thoughts as to what it could be?    

[moebow]

Have you tried a higher brace height? I find that just a little higher brace height will stop this most of the time.  Also,  how tight are your arrow nocks on the string?  Two "first look" areas.

Arne

[CalebNH00]

Is your elbow locked? If it is then that might be the the problem.

[moebow]

Going to disagree with you Caleb on this one.  A locked elbow (or elbow not turned correctly) will cause a slap on the upper forearm or meaty part of the elbow joint.

For the string to hit on the wrist in the vicinity of the watch band, is almost always a low brace height, too tight a nock or a combination of the two.

Arne

[Medic85]

The nocks are very loose.  I received the bow in a trade and have no clue what kind of string it is but it is much smaller in diameter than the B50 flemish strings I'm familiar with.  Ill try to increase the brace height and I'll see if i can get it to stop.  I appreciate all the input.

[EdwardV]

I agree with Arne as far as the locked elbow and brace height. However, the first thing I would look at is how deep your grip is on the bow. Too deep of a grip would definitely cause the string to slap your wrist pretty bad. Pictures or video of you shooting would be very beneficial.

Regards,
Edward
USA Archery Level 4 NTS Coach

[Jerry Jeffer]

I suspect improper grip to be the culprit. The center line should line up with the large thumb knuckle, the rest of the grip pressure should be into the meat of your hand below the thumb.