Newbie Question about bow length

[FunTee]

Just curious (and a bit lazy); when bow lengths are stated(66", 68", 70", etc.) How is this measured? I'm assuming that it's the length of the bow 'straightened' out but if someone could clarify this I would be greatfull.

Thanks

[Woodie]

Bow length is measured along the back (trhe side facing away from you) from tip to tip following the cuve of the limbs and riser.

[FunTee]

Thanks, that makes sense. I assume the riser is measured in the same way?

[Kae]

Originally Posted by FunTee

Thanks, that makes sense. I assume the riser is measured in the same way?

That is the length of Riser and limbs.

The length is the measure of Riser and limbs in total.
So a 25" riser (pretty much standard) and long limbs gives a 70" bow.
25" riser (pretty much standard) and medium limbs gives a 68" bow.
25" riser (pretty much standard) and short limbs gives a 66" bow.

and then with a 23" riser it's 2 inches shorter than that.

There are also some risers that are 24" just to be difficult.

Kae.