I have never had a problem with the string slapping me in the forearm and I have shot a fairly short brace heigth of 6". When I try I longer draw I feel like i am spread out to far but I have no problems with the string hitting me in the arm but I still find myself leaning my head just a bit. I wish I had a digital camera so I could give you folks a look see. As far as going to a "pro" shop their are none in my area, ya we have a few "bow" shops but no "pro" shops, I think you know what I mean. But I will have someone look at my form and see what they think.