ctracingraptor Report post Posted March 9, 2017 New to archery and i got a hand me down bow to try out, to see if i like the whole idea of it. Eventually i will buy a bow that fits me perfectly, the problem i have is with the bow maxed out it still feels a tad to short, this might be a dumb question, but are there any tricks to increasing the draw length by half an inch? I imagine increasing the d-loop will increase my draw length, but will have any adverse effects on accuracy? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzPlumber Report post Posted March 9, 2017 Best bet is have your draw length measured and a pro shop adjust the bow accordingly. Correct draw length is critical to your accuracy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
metau Report post Posted March 9, 2017 Depending on the bow, the pro shop you take it to will either adjust the settings on the cams or install new mods/cams as needed to hit your proper draw length, AFTER they have measured it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctracingraptor Report post Posted March 10, 2017 I understand how all of that works, but the bow is already at max adjustment for draw length, I was just curious if there was a way to cheat an extra half and inch to see how it feels? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jnj13 Report post Posted March 10, 2017 Try a few different releases. Some are pretty tight and others reach out a little. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctracingraptor Report post Posted March 10, 2017 That's kinda what I was thinking also, maybe going to a release with an adjustable strap like a Carter quickie, something with a lot more adjustment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COA Report post Posted March 10, 2017 Take the grip off Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaymzth007 Report post Posted March 10, 2017 What bow is it? Some bows have draw stops that can be moved a little. Otherwise, I think you might be able to untwist the string a little, but draw weight will decrease slightly. I'm no bow technician, this is just from my past experiences on bows. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzPlumber Report post Posted March 10, 2017 I understand how all of that works, but the bow is already at max adjustment for draw length, I was just curious if there was a way to cheat an extra half and inch to see how it feels? Your first post indicated you are new to archery. A properly setup (for you) bow is key to success. If you want to see if archery is your thing at least start off on the right foot by taking it to someone that can get it properly setup for you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctracingraptor Report post Posted March 11, 2017 It's a Bear BR33, max draw length is 32" and I'm measured at 32.5", really want to try and make this bow work before I commit to a Beast or Double XL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BMart Report post Posted March 11, 2017 Changing your dloop length or release will not change your draw length, only changes your anchor point. You can untwist the string and/or add twists to the cables to increase draw length. Adjusting the string will have a larger effect on draw length per twist..... adjusting the cables will have a larger effect on the draw weight but will move draw length slightly. Removing the grip like stated above works too if that's an option on your bow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
