Draw length on Recurve

[bubbler]

hi guys i have a long draw length that is 32 inches long and i was wondering if i need a specialy ordered bow or if i simply can buy one of the shelf and get a little bit more poundage out of it, i have 2 recurves that have about 35 lbs in weight and a 28 inch draw.... i pull those with no problem, but i want a seriouse hunting bow and am looking at the jaguar takedown by martin at 50 lbs........thanks for the help

[Pitchinkid]

Really depends on what you are comfortable with pulling. Dont get something you are going to struggle with. Plan on shooting cedar or carbon? I got a PSE Impala supposedly at 50 lb pull. Its a 03 model i think. Pulls to easy for me at 28 in draw. I have a Custom Long Bow and my 28 in arrows are more than enough and actually are prob about 2 inches too long. Its like pulling back 100 lbs. never have put it on the scale. I Know when i get to my anchor point im ready to let it fly. But to answer your question, i think you can find something on the shelf. I dont think there is know need for a s[ecial order.  Gander Mt had some sweet fiberglass and wood Fred Bears on sale about a week or so ago.

[Catt]

I shoot an older Bear Kodiak Magnum 45 # with 29" arrows

A traditional recurve bow can be drawn back to virtually any length, a compound bow will draw back only a specific distance before it stops (the wall). Choose a draw weight that is COMFORTABLE for you and suitable for your particular purpose and about 75% of your "maximum" strength.

[Thai]

I have a blackhills archery custom 70# purple heart long bow with a draw capability of 32", beautiful bow and shoot beautifully if you interested send me a PM

[flechero]

Depends on the bow... some of the shorter recurves are not capable of going 32". Most of the 60" or longer bows should be ok but I would make a quick call to the mfr. of whatever brand you are considering just to be sure.  You will probably like something in the 62" - 66" though since most 60" bows will stack heavily at anything over 30" so finding the desired weight may be a lot of trial and error. Good luck!

[clipper]

Flechero gave you some good advice.  You must be very tall to have a 32" draw length.  Have you had someone measure it for you?  I can pull a 35# bow all the way back to my ear, but with a 50# bow I'm ready to stop at the corner of my mouth.  I would recommend buying the bow from a shop or individual where you can actually shoot it enough to know you will be comfortable with it.  Good luck and good shooting.