Ben Pearson solved this problem with their biogrip bows. The grip is angled at 20 degrees which keeps your forearm out of the path of the string. It's the most comfortable way to hold a bow, but it's only available on Ben Pearson bows. Take a look at the Pearson Pride, for example...



Or you could just get an STS.

I like to shoot with my bow arm straight. I'm more stable that way, and I get more speed due to the increased draw length. I use an STS and it eliminates all forearm slap, even with a heavy coat.

Your draw length is too long. You should have a slight bend in your elbow when you are at full draw.

# 1 reason - Draw length as posted numerous times before. If the draw length of the bow is more than your body's natural form you will "lock" your elbow in a straight position which exposes the forearm.

On a side note, it is better to shoot a bow that has a shorter draw length whereconsistent accuracy is concerned. Too long a draw length bow will not allow you toanchor at the same point each time you draw. This is because you have to over-draw (your form)to find the wall of the cam(s).

By the sounds of this forum, I have a draw length problem...yet I shoot alright and I have a solid anchor point. I had this problem (forearm slap) a few years ago and changed the way I hold the bow. I hold it with an open hand such that my finger tips face the ground (my forearm also faces the ground). I don't smack my arm anymore and my accuracy has increased...but now you folks have me thinking about the draw length thing. Might be something to look in to. Thanks.

gzg i really like the looks of that bow whats the price and specs on it

Blood post a pic of your form...WH is on the right track...you may be shooting too long a draw.

Bo

Draw length definetely. I had a draw length too long and would slap mine too. I shortened it and it went away.

When it happens now, I just relax my bow arm a bit or try and face the target differently.

voz -

You stated you have a solid anchor point. That anchor point is determined not byjust where you place your release hand or kisser button or whatever you use to locate the string end of your draw to a consistent place.

If the draw length of the bow is longer than your body's draw length, you are not holding the bow in the same position each time and are instead compensating byallowing your bow hand to move into a natural position(locked), or somewhere close.

A shorter draw lengthwill force your elbow out and away from the bow, thus preventing string sting.

Guys, guys , guys!


Before you change draw length, try this;

When you grip the bow handle, do not let the palm of your hand touch the handle. The heel of your thumb should be all that touches the grip.

This pic shows what part of your hand should be making contact with the grip.

When gripping the bow to shoot, your grip should look similar to this. I say similar because I just took the photos of myself holding the bow ( kinda awkward)


Just keep your bow hand sorta open with the heel of your thumb holding back the bow.

Try a few shots like this. It should eliminate the forearm slap. Let us know.