Thanks to all who posted suggestions on how to deal with handshock when shooting a longbow. I increased the brace height and modified my grip - bothapproacheshelped. I think my shoulder muscles are getting used to shooting 55#:at least it doesn't feel like I am getting punched in the shoulder after every shot.

I am havingarrows made thatare the appropriate spine - thisshould helpeven more.

I look forward toshooting carp and deer next year!