[LIMB] FUNCTION AND ROLE OF THE LIMB
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The limbs are elastic bow arms connected to the upper and lower parts of the riser.
When the archer draws the bow, they store energy and generate the force (rebound power) that propels the arrow forward at the moment of release.
They produce the majority of the bow’s energy and are key components that directly influence accuracy, speed, and stability.
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[LIMB] LIMB & RISER CENTER ADJUSTMENT
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If the limbs are twisted to the left or right, or if they are off the string’s centerline, the arrow may kick to one side and grouping can become inconsistent.
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[LIMB] TILLER ADJUSTMENT
Tiller refers to the difference in distance from the bowstring to the upper limb and the lower limb.
When viewed from the side, it is measured by checking the length from the string to the point where it meets each limb.
It is the most basic setting used to balance the bow vertically between the ...