Custom d bows

[TradBrewSC]

Here it is next to my TallTines Tundra which is tops in the 3pc D shaped bow platform.

the TTT looks like a high brace height.  what the BH on both those longbows?

The 64" Robertson I run around 6-7/8" and the  62" TT Tundra I typically run at 7 or just over. It does appear a bit higher in that picture then it really is I think.

thanx.  i run my 64" hybrid "D" bows at 6-1/4" tops.

Interesting, why so low? for Performance? I am not nearly as experienced in the mild DR bows as you as up until the last couple of years I grew up a recurve or hybrid shooter, and have honestly always just gone off of the bowyers recommended brace +/- a 1/2" or so.  I would love to hear more about this. Thanks Rob!

[Rob DiStefano]

Interesting, why so low? for Performance? I am not nearly as experienced in the mild DR bows as you as up until the last couple of years I grew up a recurve or hybrid shooter, and have honestly always just gone off of the bowyers recommended brace +/- a 1/2" or so.  I would love to hear more about this. Thanks Rob!

personal preference.  they just "shoot better" for me. 

drop the brace height of the 1pc to a tad under 6-1/4" and see if there's a difference that feels better.  won't know 'til you try.     

[TradBrewSC]

I'll try it! thanks Rob!

[frassettor]

Northern Mist is a wonderful choice, IMO

[Rob DiStefano]

I'll try it! thanks Rob!

worth doing.  twist down or up, too.  some bows want a specific brace height range that's narrow, others afford a wider latitude.  it's a compromise of smoothness and speed, stability and comfort.  setting a brace height high will sure work the limbs more, for a greater power stroke, but there can be a cost for that in stacking and loss of overall shooting stability.  this "stability" thing, for me, is a greater "forgiveness" of the bow, less critical of the release, and more consistent accuracy.  lots will also have to do with the bow design and the draw length used.  bows will always be compromises of sorts.  lemme know how ya make out. 

[Bill Turner]

I have always been happy with my Howard Hill Archery bows. Craig has been building custom bows for years. Give him a shout. 

[Rob DiStefano]

there are a *LOT* of great hill-style bows out there, for sure.  i've sampled more'n a few, and that's definitely for sure!  i'd still come back to the real deal craig built hill, almost always a nice tembo, too.  it's all good as long as we have good interest in this cool stuff and life is still good.   

[jsweka]

If we want to get down into strict definitions, a "D" bow is one with a "D" shaped cross section to the limbs.  Flat on the back of the bow and rounded on the belly (e.g., an English longbow).  There aren't too many custom makers of this type.

It's only been fairly recently that the term "D" bow has applied to a bow whose shape when strung resembles the letter "D" which would include a flatbow, American Semi Longbow (ASL), "Hill Style" bow, or some mild r/d bows.  There's lots of custom makers of this type.

[TradBrewSC]

I'll try it! thanks Rob!

worth doing.  twist down or up, too.  some bows want a specific brace height range that's narrow, others afford a wider latitude.  it's a compromise of smoothness and speed, stability and comfort.  setting a brace height high will sure work the limbs more, for a greater power stroke, but there can be a cost for that in stacking and loss of overall shooting stability.  this "stability" thing, for me, is a greater "forgiveness" of the bow, less critical of the release, and more consistent accuracy.  lots will also have to do with the bow design and the draw length used.  bows will always be compromises of sorts.  lemme know how ya make out. 

I haven't tried the Robertson, but did drop the TT Tundra down to about 6.5"  or a little less and from the 10-12 shots I took was pleasantly surprised! Thanks Rob.

[Rob DiStefano]

I'll try it! thanks Rob!

worth doing.  twist down or up, too.  some bows want a specific brace height range that's narrow, others afford a wider latitude.  it's a compromise of smoothness and speed, stability and comfort.  setting a brace height high will sure work the limbs more, for a greater power stroke, but there can be a cost for that in stacking and loss of overall shooting stability.  this "stability" thing, for me, is a greater "forgiveness" of the bow, less critical of the release, and more consistent accuracy.  lots will also have to do with the bow design and the draw length used.  bows will always be compromises of sorts.  lemme know how ya make out. 

I haven't tried the Robertson, but did drop the TT Tundra down to about 6.5"  or a little less and from the 10-12 shots I took was pleasantly surprised! Thanks Rob.