Originally Posted by
The Outdoorsman
Question regarding being slapped on the forearm with bow string. Can being slapped close to the wrist area of your left arm be an indication that your string has stretched over the years? My cousin was shooting his bow this weekend and feels that when he does get the occasional “slap on the arm” from his bow, the mark was usually further back towards the middle of the forearm. Now when he gets slapped, its close to his wrist area. The theory of the string stretching over the years sounds logical but I cant honestly say that I know if that’s causing where his string hits him. Improper mechanics within him? He is shooting a PSE bow that he has had for many years and hasn’t had the string changed within the last 5 years. Any insight would be helpful.
Bad form, overbowed, elbow in too much. I don't care if you shoot a 5" Braced bow or a 8", if your getting slapped in the wrist, your holding the bow wrong. Usual culprit is the bow is too stout for the shooter, and the shooter feels the need to heel the grip to control the bow.
Easy way to hold the bow. Reach your arm out to your left side and point. Notice the natural position of your hand. This is way the bow should lay in you hand. Its impossible to hit your wrist. Maybe your forearm, but not your wrist.