What arrow is best for recurve bow?

What arrow is best for recurve bow?

Carbon arrows are probably the all around best choice for most recurve bows, whether it be for practice target shooting, competitions and even hunting. Carbon arrows tend to be accurate, durable and are more safe than cheaper alternatives like fiberglass arrows.

How long should arrows be for a recurve bow?

What Arrow Length To Get? Once you’ve determined your draw length, simply add 1 to 2 inches to that, and this will be your ideal arrow length. So if your draw length is 28″, you should be using arrows that are between 29 and 30 inches long.

What grain arrow should I shoot recurve?

Archers who shoot a recurve or longbow normally use arrows weighing 700 grains or more.

Can you use compound arrows with a recurve?

recurve arrows can be fiberglass,….the later two being a no-no in a compound. with just about any arrow, one for a recurve will have a softer spine than the same arrow for a compound. if aluminum or carbon, they can be shot in a compound, but the recurve arrows will be muck softer than they should be.

What does 340 mean on arrows?

As with combination arrows, a smaller number means the arrow has a stiffer spine. Therefore, a value of 340 indicates a stiffer and heavier spine while a value of 500 indicates the lightest and most flexible spine.

How do I choose the right arrow for my bow?

When selecting the correct arrow length it is recommended you have an arrow at least one (1) inch longer than your draw length. The reason for this is that as the point is always in front of the bow, you don’t want it to get caught up on the shelf or inadvertently draw a sharp broadhead onto your hand.

What spine arrows for 50 pound recurve?

Gold Tip’s spine chart recommends an arrow with a 500-spine rating, assuming the arrow carries a 100-grain point. Take that same 50-pound bow, but increase the arrow length to 30 inches, and the chart calls for a 400 spine.