How To Adjust Brace Height
What you will need:
- Bow Square
- Bow
- Bowstring
Process:
- String the bow
- Use the Bow Square to measure the distance between the deepest part of the grip to the center of the bowstring (center serving).
To Increase Brace Height:: twist the bowstring in the direction of the twists to make the string tighter
To Decrease Brace Height: untwist the bowstring in the opposite direct of the twists to make the string looser.
Suggested Recurve Brace Heights
Bow Height Recommended For | Actual Recurve Bow Height | Minimum Suggested | Maximum Suggested |
---|---|---|---|
Youth | 48″ | 7 1/4″ | 7 1/2″ |
Youth | 54″ | 7 5/8″ | 7 7/8″ |
Youth / Adults | 60″ | 8″ | 8 1/4″ |
Youth / Adults | 62″ | 8 1/8″ | 8 3/8″ |
Adults | 64″ | 8 1/4″ | 8 1/2″ |
Adults | 66″ | 8 3/8″ | 8 5/8″ |
Adults | 68″ | 8 1/2″ | 8 3/4″ |
Adults | 70″ | 8 5/8″ | 8 7/8″ |