In the latest episode of Archery Fit, special guest Scott Burton discusses bow sight length and how it affects the flight of your arrows. As an experienced bowhunter, Scott explains the reasons why opting for a longer sight might be the right fit for your own bow setup. Ultimately, it must depend on the shooter and the variety of shots you take, or will take, out in the field. Scott highlights the pros and cons for all types of shooters.
Table of Contents
What is Bow Sight Length?
Bow sight length is a measurement of how much of the arrow is visible beyond the bow sight when shooting. In the Archery Fit episode, Scott emphasizes that when it comes to bow sight length, it really must depend on the shooter and the type of shooting they prefer. If you will be taking a lot of long shots, then it could be beneficial to have more of the arrow visible beyond the sight itself.
However, Scott explains that it can become difficult to keep your shots traight when too much of the arrow is visible. A shorter sight length not only gives you better accuracy, but can also help keep your shots more consistent.
Benefits of Longer Sights
While shorter sights may be better for close shots, they aren’t by any means the end-all-be-all for sight lengths. In the episode, Scott discusses the pros to using longer sights, such as having more of the arrow visible and the easier to keep track as it is released. With a longer sight, it can be easier for an archer to gauge how much of the bow is necessary for each shot since more of the arrow is in plain view.
Benefits of Shorter Sights
Shorter sights do have advantages as well. Improved accuracy comes from the fact that more of the sight is closer to the eye and more of the focus can be on the target. Additionally, since there is less of the arrow visible after firing, the archer will be able to reset their aim more quickly for the next shot.
What’s Best for You?
Ultimately, it must depend on the shooter and the variety of shots you take, or will take, out in the field. Scott suggests trying a few different lengths so that you can sample which works better for your own shooting style. Think about what type of shots you take most often, and whether you prefer speed or accuracy, to decide which length will suit you best.
In conclusion, it is important to consider your own shooting style and preferences when thinking about bow sight length. It is beneficial to have an understanding of the pros and cons of different sight lengths so that you can make an educated decision on which one is the best for you. After trying a few different lengths, you will be able to see which works better for you and your own bow setup.
“Archery Fit” Ep.4 Bow Sight Length | Bow Life TV
On today’s segment of Archery Fit, brought to you by MTN OPS, I talk about bow sight length! I see a lot of guys…famous guys that run their sight bar about 3ft from their riser (over exaggeration). When you are hunting with a gun, obviously the longer the barrel the more accurate the shot. This is simply not the case for bow sight length.
One of the hardest things to control for archers is bow torque. The further your bow sight is from the riser and your hand, the more the pins or your point of impact moves with torque. The closer you can get that sight to the riser, the less it moves when you torque your bow. Remember this the next time you are shopping for a bow sight, or aim to adjust your sight based on a common misconception.
Source video. Follow the youtuber for more.
Related Products:
- "Archery Fit" Ep.6 Compound Bow Stabilization | Bow Life TV
- "Archery Fit" Ep.1 How To Serve a Bow String | Bow Life TV
- How To Figure Out Arrow Length For Compound Bow?
- How to fit a peep sight – Compound Bow Setup
- Upgrade your bow sight! #bowhunting #hunting #archery #bowsight #bowsights
- How To Choose Arrow Length For Compound Bow?
- How To Sight In A Compound Bow | The Sticks Outfitter EP. 23
- Archery | Using the Sight
- What Is Draw Length On A Compound Bow?
- How To Determine Arrow Length For Compound Bow?
- Axcel Achieve target Archery sight
- Bear Species 2021 Compound Bow First Impressions Ep #27
- How To Change Draw Length On Compound Bow?
- How To Determine Proper Draw Length For Compound Bow?
- How To Determine Draw Length On Compound Bow?
Last update 2021-01-05. Price and product availability may change.