Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions (FAQ) section is here to help answer questions that you as an archer might have about archery in general or an HCA product or service.  You may want to select a category to narrow the scope of questions.  If you have a question that is not here feel free to make a suggestion through the contact form.

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Question:

How do I determine my correct draw length?

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The best way is to visit your dealer.

Question:

How do I choose a bow that fits me?

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Answer these questions: What will I be hunting? What is my draw length? How much draw weight can I honestly handle? A dealer can help you answer these questions more easily.

Question:

What is more important for penetration, speed or arrow weight?

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Make no mistake, Speed Kills. We have experimented with penetration here at HCA to answer this question. Many will recommend that an arrow that is balanced between being moderately heavy and yielding moderate speeds will provide the best penetration results, but we have found that the lighter the arrow and consequently the faster the arrow speed the more devastating the result.

Question:

What are parallel limbs?

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Traditionally, bows have had limbs mounted at only a few degrees to perpendicular of the arrows path - very upright in their orientation. During the shot both limbs travel forward in the same direction parallel to arrow flight. This results in a backward kick causing hand shock, noise and ultimately inaccuracy. Parellel limbs are oriented at much steaper angles which when fired are moving away from each other in opposite directions. These opposite eliminates the backwards motion of the riser. This greatly eliminates vibration, hand shock and noise, ultimately improving accuracy.

Question:

What is the difference in short ATA and long ATA bows?

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ATA stands for axle to axle. This is the measurement in inches from the axle pin of one cam or idler wheel to the opposite cam axle. The ATA length effects bow performance...

Question:

Why are Barnsdale limbs better?

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Barnsdale limbs are manufactured by using a 6 layer lamination process to create a limb that has 3 times greater lateral strength, which is important with the binary type systems.

Question:

Can I purchase a bow directly from High Country?

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No, High Country bows may only be purchased through authorized High Country Dealers. You may use the dealer locater at the bottom of this page to search for a dealer or dealers in your area. We are in the process of updating this website, so this list may not be complete. If you cannot find a dealer, please contact High Country and we will be happy to find a dealer for you.