Tapered vs parallel shafts?

[Shortlongbow]

I like 5/16" nocks, so tapering the back makes for a cleaner installation. For the same reason, I like 23/64" shafts tapered to 11/32" on the front end. I haven't noticed any difference in keeping them straight or durability. They look good and fly good. Parallel shafts are fine too. For me it's just a preference thing. Can't beat a barrel tapered, hardwood footed shaft.

[Rando]

I like smaller nocks also, but it looks as though I can get correctly spined shafts in 11/32, so I'm not sure that tapering them to 5/16 will be a big advantage... maybe once I put some coats of clear on 'em.