string loop or no string loop?
 

Guys, how many use a string loop or not? Was wondering if a string loop affected your draw length much, or other facts like this?

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

The only drawback to a string loop is loosing about 1/2" of draw length. Other than that they are great. You are pulling in line with the arrow eleminating nock pinch. The string moves in line with the arrow eleminating the string whipping downward at the release. There is no torque on the string at full draw. There is much less wear on the string and serving.

A loop is definetly the way to go with a release.

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

USE A STRING LOOP IT HELPS.

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

String loops work great:)

No need to shorten your draw, just shorten up your release to make up the 1/2 inch.

A loop does not change your anchor point in relation to the string, just where your release hand lands on your face. So if you can make that up in the release your right back to where you were.:)

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

Just wanted to add... a loop will also make most set-ups, faster and quieter. I also love the ease of adjusting your nocking point. It makes tuning so much easier than adjusting your rest and you can be sure to keep your arrow where it should be, in relation to the riser.

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

String loops are good, but not neccesary. It really depends on you and what you want and are comfortable with. If you do a tremendous amount of shooting, a string loop would be a good idea...you don' t have to worry about the wear on your string. As far as draw length, it doesn' t change your draw length at all...just your percieved draw length. Like Rack said, your release anchor will be a little different. Most guys I know tie their loops as short as possible, and then shorten their release if they feel they need to. I personally don' t shoot a loop right now, and have no problems at all. Like I said, it' s up to you.

RE: string loop or no string loop?
 

I shot bows with and without a string loop. I will never shoot without a string loop now.