How heavy should my bow draw weight be?

Build, Bodyweight and Suggested Bow Draw Weights

Type of Person/Build	Weight (lbs)	Compound Suggested Draw Weight (lbs)
Large/Strong Child	100-130	25-35
Small/Slight Woman	100-130	25-35
Average Woman	130-160	30-40
Large/Strong Woman	160+	45-55

What is the heaviest draw weight on a bow?

The heaviest longbow draw weight is 90 kg (200 lb), achieved by Mark Stretton (UK) at the shooting grounds of The Bath Archers, Somerset, UK, on 15 August 2004. The bow was made by Bickerstaffe Bows (UK), of yew wood, backed with hickory.

How fast does a 70 lb bow shoot?

If you are using a 70 lbs. draw weight, your compound bow would have a 270 FPS. And if your draw length is indeed 30″ (as it is during IBO testing), this number would be closer to 290 FPS.

Are heavier bows more accurate?

75 between the heaviest and lightest bow out there most archers are not going to see a difference in accuracy due to the weight as much as because of bow design.

What is the fastest arrow ever shot?

Claiming to hold a world record for speed, he is able to shoot 10 arrows in 4.9 seconds, or 3 arrows in 0.6 seconds….Lars Andersen (archer)

Lars Andersen
Known for	Lars Andersen: A new level of archery

Can a bow be too light?

Considering that several companies made training/form bows in the 5# range, doubt you can go too light. Yes, heavier draw weights WILL mask some errors, but to be realistic, unless you’re training as an elite archer, a little masking isn’t a bad thing.

Is a lighter or heavier bow better?

Bowhunters chasing game such as elk, mule deer and pronghorn in settings that require a lot of walking and stalking may find that a lighter bow is a lot nicer than a heavier one. If you choose to go with an ultralight bow, just remember that heavier bows tend to hold steadier.