Where do we start? Arrows generally come in 2 spine sizes, 5/16 and 11/32. The 5/16 is smaller in diameter and is therefore used in lesser poundage bows. The 11/32 is thicker and therefore stiffer and used for bow weights over 45lb.
Can you shoot carbon arrows from a longbow?
For longbows with a draw weight between 40 to 60 pounds, have a look at these feather fletched wooden longbow arrows. You can also use carbon arrows with most longbows, and if you do I would suggest these carbon target and hunting arrows that I mentioned above.
Can you use any arrow with a bow?
draw compound bow, this would mean an arrow weight of between 360 and 480 grain. The values above are not set in stone, however. The only thing you can absolutely NEVER do is use an arrow that weighs less than 5 grain per pound of draw weight, as this will severely damage your bow void your manufacturer warranty.
Do you need an arrow rest on a longbow?
The challenge is getting all three factors working in harmony, producing shot after shot of perfectly flying arrows. Once you've accomplished that, you're there! Most traditional longbows and recurves are shot right off the shelf; meaning they have no adjustable rests or plungers.
How long should my traditional arrows be?
When selecting the correct arrow length it is recommended you have an arrow at least one (1) inch longer than your draw length. The reason for this is that as the point is always in front of the bow, you don't want it to get caught up on the shelf or inadvertently draw a sharp broadhead onto your hand.
How long is too long for an arrow?
No, you can't have an arrow too longit can be 6' if you like. All you need to do is have the proper spine, tip weight to get the proper FOC (forward of center--AKA balance) and proper fletching. longer arrow taking time to recover? not really, the arrow will flex all the way to the target.
How long should my arrows be for a 27 inch draw?
The arrow must be 29" in length and supported by two points, which are 28" apart.
How far could a medieval longbow shoot?
Modern reproductions of medieval longbows have been shown to have a range of over 250 yards, so a well-trained army of archers would have had an impressive range to go with their rapid firing.
How far can a bow fire an arrow?
A popular question we get is "how far can a compound bow shoot?" If you want the easy answer, a compound bow firing in a straight line at 400 feet per second can shoot an arrow about 200 feet, around 70 yards. When shot in an arc, this distance can be increased substantially to over 1,000 feet.
What range does a longbow have?
The best longbows were made of yew, might have required a force of as much as 150 to 180 pounds (70 to 80 kg) to draw, and shot arrows a cloth yard (about 37 inches, or 94 cm) long, with an effective range of some 450 to 1,000 feet (140 to 300 metres) depending on the weight of the arrow.
How far does a wooden bow shoot?
The maximum range of a bow is about 200 to 500 yards, but the effective, accurate range for target shooting is 150 yards to 350 yards depending on the bow type and draw weight. The maximum hunting range for most bow types is 30 to 60 yards for an experienced hunter and 15 to 25 yards for beginners.
What arrows to use with a longbow?
ARROW MATERIALS Aluminium or wooden arrows are first choice for longbows. Carbon and carbon/aluminium are generally too stiff and are designed for bows cut to centre-shot or very close to it, as well as being rather expensive for the mortality rate of arrows shot from a longbow!
Can you use aluminum arrows with a compound bow?
Compound Bow Arrows Compound Bow Arrows. Aluminum arrows are as straight as carbon arrows, but they're prone to bending and tend to cost less. An aluminum/carbon arrow mixes the best qualities of both materials to produce a smaller diameter arrow with a solid spine and decent weight.
Can you shoot aluminum arrows?
Aluminum Hunting Arrows An aluminum arrow with the same spine as an all-carbon arrow will always be heavier. So for guys still wanting to shoot aluminum, but get more speed, they have to use an arrow with smaller diameter and thinner walls.