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measuring string follow on a holmegaard
« on: September 09, 2009, 09:59:28 pm »
what do you guys think?  should string follow on these bows be measured at the distal end of the bending part of the limb?  or at the tip of the bow? 

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Re: measuring string follow on a holmegaard
« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2009, 10:11:30 pm »
I'd say "play fair"!  The physics of stored energy and early draw weight are affected by tip travel during bracing.  The whole argument against string follow is based on the fact that string follow decreases energy storage early in the draw.  That in turn has us bowyers all vigilant against excessive string follow.  Changing the measurement point might make you feel better about your bow, but it won't help it shoot as fast as a similar bow with less string follow.  Ron
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Re: measuring string follow on a holmegaard
« Reply #2 on: September 09, 2009, 10:16:25 pm »
i'm not sure that was a very well thought-out answer
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Re: measuring string follow on a holmegaard
« Reply #3 on: September 09, 2009, 10:21:35 pm »
In TBBIV, pg 322...String Follow: where by set, design, or natural deflex in the stave, an unbraced bow's tips rest some distance bellyward of the back.Usually the result of set.
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