How do I choose an ATA bow?
How do I choose an ATA bow?
A few other thoughts to consider regarding a bow’s axle to axle:
- Longer ATA bows are more forgiving.
- Taller archers with longer draw lengths (29” inches or more) should likely consider longer ATA bows (34” or more).
- Primary hunting method should be considered when choosing a bow.
What is the most reliable bow?
If you take your time and fit your bow to you, you’ll experience accuracy and shooting joy like never before.
- Mathews VXR 31.5. See Photo Gallery.
- Hoyt Carbon RX-4 Ultra. See Photo Gallery.
- Hoyt Axius Alpha. See Photo Gallery.
- Prime Black 5. See Photo Gallery.
- Bowtech Revolt.
- PSE Nock On EVO NTN 33M.
- Bear Status EKO.
What does ATA mean for bows?
Axle-to-axle length
Axle-to-axle length Axle-to-axle, or more commonly heard as ATA, is the distance measured between each axle of a compound bow.
What is ATA length on a bow?
Bow Length A compound bow’s length is measured from axle to axle, which is where the bow’s limbs connect to the cams. Axle to axle is often abbreviated as ATA. For example, a 35-inch ATA bow measures 35 inches from axle to axle.
Does brace height really matter?
Brace height has the greatest impact on two areas of a bow’s performance. As a rule of thumb, shorter brace heights are always found on faster bows. The shorter the distance between the grip and the string, the greater the amount of time the arrow stays in contact with the string.
What is the difference between Ibo and ATA?
For the ATA standard, the draw length is set to 30 inches. The IBO standard is similar, measured with a 30-inch draw length and an arrow weighing 5 grains per pound of draw weight; otherwise, exactly equivalent to ATA at 30 inches of draw and 70 pounds of draw weight (350-grain arrow).
What is the difference between ATA and IBO speed?
IBO speed is measured by shooting a bow with an 80-pound draw weight (+/- 2 pounds), maximized draw length, and a 400-grain arrow. ATA speed is measured with a 70-pound draw weight (+/- . The higher the number, the faster your arrow is flying.
