[Bryn-gwlad] archery - longbow

[Ferguson]

 Ok, try #2. I know what a "longbow" is, but the tiny tourney says "longbow" and "crossbow", does this mean it will be "longbow" only (besides crossbows)? I was inquiring because I don't shoot a longbow, buy my bow is a period self bow (in look, not construction).
>
>  sincerely,
>  Barnet

Lady Rhiannon,

Lord Jason is probably busy, perhaps I can help.

I get the feeling that Lord Barnet is teasing you a little.  The tournaments are generally open for traditional bows and crossbows.  Not just longbows.

Archery bows are generally classified in 3 categories:  traditional, crossbow and compound.  There are dozens of types in each category.

Traditional bows (any bow not a crossbow or compound) can include short bows, long bows, recurves, English Longbows, Horn bows, Mongolian, etc.  Literally dozens of different types.

A longbow is determined by the string.  The string can only touch the bow at the ends of the limbs (generally no more than 3/4 of an inch resting on the belly of the bow).  Any more than 3/4 of an inch and the bow is considered a recurve.

Reflex-Deflex bows are classed as longbows because the string only touches the limb ends.

This is an oversimplified NON technical answer for non technical shooters.  Anyone wishing to make a technical point please use a new posting.

fergus d'Onray

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