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LongStick64
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68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 06:44:00 PM »
Guys I'm 5 foot 5 with a 25 inch draw. I'm thinking of buying a friends D Longbow that measures out to 68" and 65# @28. Would this be too long for me.
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blktail
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 06:46:00 PM »
I think longer bows are more forgiving but will the weight be what your needing at that draw length? Probably not your first choice if your hunting in a ground blind? JMO
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LongStick64
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 06:49:00 PM »
To tell you the truth, it will probably only shot at the range, will not be my hunter.
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ron w
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 07:17:00 PM »
At your draw of 25" it should be smooth and there's no reason you can't shoot it. It should be fun and you might just want to hunt with it!!!!!
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SCATTERSHOT
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 07:24:00 PM »
i draw 26" (when I get it all the way back) and I shoot 68" Hill bows. 66" is almost ideal for me, but the 68" works fine, and it will be a little smoother for you.
At 25", you'll probably be drawing 55# or so. A 50-55# woodie with 160 grains up front and cut to 28" should fly well for you.
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LongStick64
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 07:43:00 PM »
Thanks Scattershot, sounds like a good setup.
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HATCHCHASER
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 07:53:00 PM »
If its comfy shoot it. I like 66"and 68" bows but I draw 30". No doubt it would be smooth and quiet.
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mcgroundstalker
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 08:25:00 PM »
I just got myself a 64" Kohannah flatbow. My draw is 26" on a good day. Have fun with her! That's what this game is all about. Bows don't need to be fed or tucked in at night. If something won't shoot for me, I'll sell it and move on to another.
My wife... I'll keep until the moon turns to cheese.
... mike ...
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GregD
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 09:05:00 PM »
I'm gonna go against the crowd and say the bow is too long for you. I think you would see much better performance and enjoy shooting a shorter bow where you can load the limbs more. You can certainly try it, you may enjoy the way it shoots. Good Luck, Greg
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LongStick64
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 09:15:00 PM »
Ya know Greg that's what I'm worried about, with the length of the bow am I going to load her up enough to take advantage of the length of the bow ?
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PAPA BEAR
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 09:30:00 PM »
should shoot very nicely at any draw length.50-55 is plenty of weight.bet you shoot it better than any bow you've ever had.very forgiving and accurate.jmho
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Re: 68 inch longbow
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February 22, 2010, 09:34:00 PM »
The ole rule of thumb, for a laminated, glass, Trad. Longbow is to add or subtract 2" in bow length, for each 1" increase or decrease in draw length. That does not mean a particular bow will not hold up to a longer draw, or shoot with a shorter draw, it is a guide. It is more important with certain designs, like the English Yew Longbow (selfbow). Best thing is to get the arrow that matches your setup and give it a try.
28" use 68"
27" use 66"
26" use 64"
25" use 62"
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