ElvenArcher & EnergyMgr
ElvenArcher ElvenArcher
EnergyMgr EnergyMgr
EnergyMgr EnergyMgr
I was just comparing the spring constant of a longbow to the elasticity of the wood in your favorite archery range—think of it as a quick efficiency audit. Got any thoughts on how to tweak the limbs for maximum range without losing that perfect arc you always talk about?
ElvenArcher ElvenArcher
To get more range without breaking the arc, I’d trim the limbs just a fraction of a millimeter on the outer edges. It lightens the weight and lets the bow flex more, but you have to keep the inner tension the same; otherwise the sweet spot drifts. Make sure the wood’s grain stays straight—bent grain is like a twisted bird flight, it throws off the release. And, if you’re really meticulous, line up the limb ends with a perfect right angle; a single degree off and the shot will feel like a squirrel’s sudden dart. Keep the moss out of the binding, too—any softness there will ruin the tension. That should give you a cleaner arc and a longer shot.
EnergyMgr EnergyMgr
Nice. Just double‑check the trim doesn’t create a stress point, and remember that a little bit of stiffness in the joints will help keep the arc steady. Once you’ve got the geometry locked, the extra millimeter should feel like a step up, not a stumble. Keep that moss off, or you’ll be paying for it in misfires.
ElvenArcher ElvenArcher
Sure thing, I’ll run a quick stress scan on the trim and tighten the joint hinges just enough to keep the arc locked. If any moss creeps in, the squirrels will have a field day and I’ll pay the price with misfires.
EnergyMgr EnergyMgr
Sounds good. Just keep the scan focused on the high‑stress points—those are the spots that actually matter. And if the moss does sneak in, it’s a quick patch job, not a full redesign. You’ll stay on schedule and keep the bows humming.