What's the difference between bows with different pounds in recurve bow? For example, is there a difference between the shape and size of the bow and the tightness of the bow string?

In recurve bow, the differences between bows with different pounds are mainly manifested in the material, manufacturing technology, volume and tightness of the bowstring.

First of all, the material of the bow may be different. A recurve bow with a higher pound value can use a harder material, such as carbon fiber or aluminum alloy, while a bow with a lower pound value can use a softer material, such as high-density polyethylene or glass fiber. The difference of these materials will affect the elasticity and stability of the bow, and then affect the accuracy and strength of shooting.

Secondly, the manufacturing process of bows with different pounds may be different. High-pound bows often need to be manufactured and adjusted more accurately to ensure their shooting accuracy and performance. These bows may use more complicated manufacturing processes, such as lamination or molding techniques, while lighter bows may use simpler manufacturing processes.

In addition, for bows with different pounds, the volume of the bow piece and the tightness of the bow string may be different. Bows with higher pounds usually need larger bows and tighter bowstrings to produce the required elasticity, while bows with lower pounds may need smaller bows and looser bowstrings. These differences will affect the feel and shooting performance of the bow.

Generally speaking, there may be some differences in the design and performance of recurve bow with different pounds, but their main differences are bow piece material, manufacturing technology, bow piece volume and bowstring tightness. It is very important to choose a bow that suits your technical level and needs to improve shooting accuracy and comfort.