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How many fps do I gain when I add pounds?

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Old 12-29-2004 | 11:35 PM
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Default How many fps do I gain when I add pounds?

How many fps do I gain when I had 5 pounds of draw? I know there are many variables, but whats the general rule?
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Old 12-30-2004 | 12:27 AM
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Default RE: How many fps do I gain when I add pounds?

Usually about 2 fps per pound of weight.
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Old 12-30-2004 | 05:55 PM
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Default RE: How many fps do I gain when I add pounds?

that 2 feet per second may vary depending on cam design, axle to axle and Brace heighth. but ingeneral 2 to 4 feet per second. for each inch of added draw lengthyou can expect at least 11 feet per second increase in speed.
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