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BOW LENGTH
Bow length is the distance from the tip of the top limb to the tip
of the bottom limb of an unstrung bow with the tape following
the limbs. Depending on which riser length and limb length you
choose, you can tailor your bow to your specific needs. Refer
to the following chart to determine your bow length.
Riser Length
Long Limbs
Medium Limbs
Short Limbs
Short Riser (23")
68"
66"
64"
Long Riser (25")
70"
68"
66"
Note: Short riser will result in an approximate 2 lb. increase
over the marked limb weight.
DRAW WEIGHT
To determine the weight on your Hoyt
bow, refer to the limb specifications locat-
ed on each limb. Example: a 25” riser with
a long limb produces a 70” bow with a
draw weight of 34 pounds at a 28” draw
length. If these limbs are used on a 23”
riser, the combination would produce
a 68” bow with a draw weight of 36
pounds at a 28” draw length.
The weight marked on the limb is measured at a 28” standard
A.T.A. (Archery Trade Association) draw length. A.T.A. draw
length is measured at 26 1/4” to the throat of the bow grip
plus 1 3/4”. This produces an industry standard by which
recurve bows are measured.
Note:
Your draw weight will change due to draw length.
Add or subtract approximately two pounds for each inch your
draw length is over or under the 28” standard.
BOW ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING LIMBS
All Hoyt competition recurve bows use the patented Hoyt
dovetail mounting system. This reliable and proven system is
quite simple:
1. Carefully align the limb dovetail bushing with the corre-
sponding slot in the riser pocket. Push the limb into the locket
until the detent button engages. You will feel or hear a light
“click” when this occurs, and the limb will stay in place under
its own weight when fully seated. It is normal at this stage for
there to be considerable movement possible with the limb
2. String the bow using a bow stringer.
3. Pull the bowstring about two inches and let go to “seat”
the limbs. This completes the assembly procedure.
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Standard Hoyt
Dovetail (A)
Limb Butt
Weight/Tiller Adjust Bolt
Weight/Tiller Locking Screw
Standard Hoyt
Dovetail (B)
Weight/Tiller
Adjust Bolt
