The recurve-bow is the most
efficient design. The limb tips on a recurve-bow are bent
back away from you when in a relaxed position. When the
string is drawn back the curves straighten to provide
leverage when the string is released and the curves
return to their original c-shape. This allows for more
arrow speed than a straight limb-bow. The bow’s limb
length is fitted for an archer’s size to maximize
the leverage provided by the limbs.
The recurve-bow is the most
efficient design. The limb tips on a recurve-bow are bent
back away from you when in a relaxed position. When the
string is drawn back the curves straighten to provide
leverage when the string is released and the curves
return to their original c-shape. This allows for more
arrow speed than a straight limb-bow. The bow’s limb
length is fitted for an archer’s size to maximize
the leverage provided by the limbs.