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why does my arrow lift off of the rest when i draw my bow?

i am shooting with a release, nock points above and below the nock , and a string loop outside the nock points.

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  • JD
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    There is only one answer. Your "Nocking points" are too tight. Plus you have to realize that shooting with a release that the nock is under additional pressure from above and below the nock itself from the string loop ( At fFull Draw ) pinching the nock even harder. Not enough nocking space, forces the arrow to pivot and in return your arrow rises off of your rest.........

    PLEASE NOTE* A "Whisker Biscuit" rest will not solve nor will it help with this problem......

    Source(s): Archer/Bowhunter 30 years of Archery experience Former N.F.A.A Class "A" State Champion
  • 1 decade ago

    there is no need for two nocking points, that is putting to much pressure on the nock

    go with one and keep the string loop

  • 1 decade ago

    I'm not 100% sure why your arrow is lifting off of your rest when you draw, however, i do have a solution. It's called a "Whisker Bisquit". Look for it at Wal-Mart or Acadamey, or any other outdoor store. I switched from a conventional rest last year and wouldn't use anything else. I think they cost about $39 and they are worth every penny. Try it, you'll thank me later!

  • 1 decade ago

    I am better of trying to whack them with the bow than I am shooting it. Follow JD's advice.

    Hey, I could poke your eye out with this arrow here. Don't make me get mean!!!!!

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    JD's on the spot with this one. If this is not something you can adjust yourself, go to a certified shop for assistance.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    yup, knocking points are to tight. open them up and that will eliminate the problem.

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