How do you measure Amo string length?

How do you measure Amo string length?

ANSWER: The easiest way to measure the length of your traditional bow is to start at the string groove, follow the curvature of the limb along the belly side of the bow, across the riser area, and follow the curvature of the other limb to the other string groove. This will give you the a.m.o. bow length.

What is AMO draw length?

The AMO draw length is what manufacturers use to rate their bows and is the draw length that is printed in the bow’s specs. Unfortunately the way that the AMO length is measured can be a bit confusing because it is not an exact measurement.

What is AMO arrow length?

AMO Arrow Length is the measurement of an arrow taken from the bottom of the groove of the nock, to the end of the shaft. (Not including the points or point inserts).

Is bow length measured strung or unstrung?

Bow length is the same whether the bow is strung or unstrung. Techically for bow manufacturers, AMO length of a give bow is 3″ longer the the AMO string length. For example, if a bow take a 57″ string, then the bow is maked as AMO 60″.

What does Amo mean in archery?

Archery Manufacturers Organisation
The industry has a standardised method of measuring arrow length, and you will often see this referred to as AMO Length. AMO stands for Archery Manufacturers Organisation. This is the method where a measurement is taken between the groove of the nock and the front end of the shaft.

How do I know my bow draw length?

To measure your draw length, stand with your back to a wall stretching your arms out against the wall. Measure the distance from the end of your middle finger to the end of your other middle finger, basically the length of both arms, hands and chest. This measurement, minus 15 then divided by 2, is your draw length.

What does AMO length mean?

The industry has a standardised method of measuring arrow length, and you will often see this referred to as AMO Length. AMO stands for Archery Manufacturers Organisation. This is the method where a measurement is taken between the groove of the nock and the front end of the shaft.

What is AMO speed?

speed rating is much faster than most archers could achieve, and conversely the A.M.O. speed rating reflects a speed that is less than what most shooters could achieve with the same bow. If a bows I.B.O. speed rating is 320fps and its A.M.O.

How do I determine my bow size?

First, spread your arms outward from your side to form a “T” with your palms facing forward. Next, have a friend measure your wingspan from the tips of your middle fingers. Divide this number by 2.5 and you should be relatively close to your actual draw length.