How high should the Nocking point be?
Step 1: Initial Nocking Point Height
For barebow archers, start your nocking point a half-inch high, unless you’re shooting a drop-away rest like the Zniper. In that case, start your nocking point a 1/8 inch high. Olympic recurve and traditional archers should start the nocking point 3/8 inches high.
How high should the Nocking point be?
Step 1: Initial Nocking Point Height
For barebow archers, start your nocking point a half-inch high, unless you’re shooting a drop-away rest like the Zniper. In that case, start your nocking point a 1/8 inch high. Olympic recurve and traditional archers should start the nocking point 3/8 inches high.
Does the arrow go above or below the nock?
A nocked arrow should be positioned about a quarter inch above the arrow rest on the bow handle. On most bows, a small brass band called a “nocking point” is crimped onto the bowstring to mark the correct position.
How do I stop my arrows from fishtailing?
You should try to adjust cam lean on the bow until you’re able to shoot a bullet hole through paper. Next you will fine tune your bow by doing a walk back or French tune to micro adjust. After you have the rest set for center shot you shouldn’t have to move it left or right more then an 1/8th of an inch.
Do you twist a recurve bow string?
When re-twisting to achieve correct brace height, be sure to twist in the direction that tightens the center serving. You can determine this immediately on an un-tensioned string simply by grasping each end of the served area between thumb and forefinger, and twisting.
What happens if Nocking point is too high?
If the nock point is at the high end, it’s less clear what’s it’s likely to look like. During the time when the arrow is in contact with the arrow rest, which is only the first few milliseconds of movement, the arrow angle will be changing significantly as the nock end gets closer to the bow.
What is the correct brace height on a recurve bow?
These guidelines work for most recurve bows, but always follow the manufacturer’s recommended brace-height range. 62- and 64-inch bows have 7½- to 8½- inch brace heights. 66- and 68-inch bows have 8- to 9-inch brace heights. 70- and 72-inch bows have 8¾- to 9½-inch brace heights.
What’s a string nock?
The nock of an arrow is made of plastic and serves as the attachment point to place an arrow on a bowstring. Snap-on nocks lightly snap onto or grasp the bowstring to prevent unintentional separation of the arrow from the bowstring.
What is a Nocking point used for?
A recurve bow’s nocking point keeps an arrow in place on the bow string, making sure it is propelled from a consistent position and with consistent force. Nocking points can be make of plastic or metal, but many archers simply tie knots of thread onto their strings to make their own.