64" length for 31" draw length

[lisjak]

Hello,

I have been looking for new samick verna longbow, but the verna is made only in 64 inch length. Since I have 30 inch draw length and according to some tables I need 68 inch longbow.
But some new longbows are made only to 64 inch length.
What do you think about using 64 inch samick verna longbow for my draw length ( safety, arrow speed, stability, forgiving). I would use the bow for general shooting, roving and 3D.

Regards!
Luka

[eagle24]

If you truly draw 30" you will probably appreciate a 66" or longer bow, although IMO a 64" bow won't be horrible.  I draw 29" and have bows 62", 64", & 66".  A lot also depends on the bow.  Some are smoother at a shorter length than others.

[BobW]

someone who shoots that bow needs to answer your question.  I draw 32+", and have bows from 56" to 68".....

There is no magic formula.

[Bjorn]

With all the great custom bowyers we have in our midst why not contact one of them and get what is most suited for you. I don't know the price of that Chinese bow you are looking at but many bowyers build bows that are very competitively priced.

[jhg]

...I have 30 inch draw length and according to some tables I need 68 inch longbow...

I have a 30 inch draw and have enjoyed shooting many 62 inch longbows. With a well designed bow I wouldn't even think about it until you started to get below 62 inches. And some will be fine drawing bows out to your length shorter than that.

Joshua

[L. Bullington]

I shoot 64" longbows with a 30+ inch draw. Both of mine are smooth and hard shooting. But as already said, bow designs vary greatly, it's best to test before you buy.

[T Sunstone]

It all comes down to finger pinch.  I draw 29" and have bows 62" and 64" but 66" feels the best.

[Pointer]

Depends on the bow...I draw 31 and have used many 64" longbows comfortably