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Old 01-07-2002 | 02:30 PM
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Len in Maryland
 
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Default RE: Shooting form

VS: When I stated 1" or 2", it was based on the pictures and depends entirely on YOUR form characteristics based on YOUR comfort level. My interpretation of your picture was based, not only on the leaning and bent bow arm, but mainly on the position of your release hand (dangling in mid air) and the string against your face. It "appears" that your nose and kisser position is at least 1" further up the string than what would be considered normal. By shortening the draw length, the nose/string contact can remain good while the release hand is raised to contact a good anchor point either at the back of the jawbone or under the ear, which is also at the back of the jawbone but higher.

Now that you tell us your wingspan is 72", that converts to about a 28.5" draw length. Considering that most bow manufacturers give us from 1/2" to 1 1/2" longer draw length than what is labeled, I would imagine that yours is about 29 1/2" if the minimum norm is taken into account. That is 1" longer than what you probably need and would account for the release hand position.

Bottom line, seek professional help from a good archery "Coach" if you want to promote more proficient shooting.
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