draw length question

[canuck4570]

a few years ago when I started trad I ordered a Whip from
Dan
when ordering I thought that since my draw length with compound was 29 then it would be the same for the whip
so I ordered a Whip   at 36 pounds and with a 29 inches draw….
this bow shoot good and I like it
but with time I decided to check my draw length and to my surprise it was only 27
I am looking to order another one and was wondering if I should order it with the same draw length or go for 27
your toughs on it please

[Archer1019]

How did the 36# feel to you? If no issues why question it.

[nek4me]

Are you saying the bow is 36# at 29" or only about  31# at your 27" draw? Are you looking to move up in draw weight? Guess what you are asking is not clear.

[canuck4570]

no at 70 years old

been speaking with Dan lately and the whip he could go down as far a 25#

 yes you are correct 31# that is what made me check my draw length because on the spine selector on 3 rivers the numbers where of and has soon has I put in 31# bingo my arrow that was shooting fantastic (paper test) was A OK

[JRY309]

Draw length is usally with a traditional bow then with a compound.The shape of the handle and anchor point.Most people use a release with a compound and draw further back.Your draw may even be shorter with say a straight grip Hill style bow.Talk with Dan,I'm sure he can answer any questions you have.I have a 27" draw and usally order most of my bows at 27",for myself.With your bow 36#@29 and you draw 27" you are drawing closer to 30#.