draw length questions

[sambo73]

i have a question. right now i shoot a 27" dl. i have a slight bend in my arm. do you think a 26" would be too short. i have heard that if you have a little bend you will shoot better? any feedback will be appreciated.thanks.

[oktx]

Measure your wingspan and divide by 2.5 will get you real close. Stand with your arms out to the side relaxed, don't reach and measure.

[d_e_smith]

a slight bend in your elbow acts as a shock absorber.... imo, it's not worth losing any DL if you're sub 30".

[Rickk]

As long as your elbow is not locked,you should be fine.

[az2tx]

Have someone take a pic of you at full draw and post it, then we can tell if your DL is right

[WDG]

Having that arm bent a little will also ensure you don't wear the string as it releases the arrow.

[Bill]

There was an article in an archery mag that goes to pro shops that I read that said the most common cause of shooting problems and archer frustration is too-long a draw length. A bend in the elbow is expected and good, too long and people start to lean back to get the length.