Compound Bow Buyer’s Guide

Choosing a compound bow is fundamental step for any budding archer. There are quite a few different things to take notice to:

Axle Length

The axle length denotes the entire length of the bow. The shorter the axle length the easier the bow is to hold and carry. But, what you gain in maneuverability you give up in accuracy. That is, a longer bow is more forgiving to archer. So, if you are novices at the sport I would acquire a longer bow to begin with.

Draw Length

The easiest way to calculate your draw length is to walk into your local bow show and have an expert help you, but if you are buying a bow on the world wide web this may not be possible. So, for a simple estimation of your draw length - hold your arm out with a clenched fist as if you are holding the bow a the ready. Then measure from the outside of your fist to the closest corner of your mouth. This will get you more or less your draw length.

Brace Height

Brace height is the measurement from the string to the grip while the bow is at rest. Basically the smaller this distance is the faster the bow. But, again, with speed you give up accuracy for beginners. If you are new, stay on a brace height of over 8 inches.

Draw Weight

This is genuinely a personal preference, but don’t get one too big for you to shoot. Make sure you are able draw the bow easily. Also, keep in mind what sort of game you are hunting as you many must get a stronger bow to pull down that big game.

Overall Bow Weight

Again, is an individual preference; but I want you to be mindful of the overall weight of the bow you choose. Most beginners make the mistake of getting a bow that’s overweight to hold at the ready.

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