I like to have asmuch supprt as possible. But, this does have it's problems. First, is tuning it so that it can stay up to an inch or so of the fletchings then drop. Next is that with this added length in contact it is subject to any torque you may put into it which could affect the arrow. With proper form and grip this can beeliminated. I have tuned my drop aways like this and they are shooting very well.