1. How does the B-Stinger work?

To increase the stability of something such as our bows, we must add weight to them. Since our bows experience many changing forces including torque, where we place that weight is also very important. It turns out that placing the weight as far out from the axis of rotation (i.e. the axis is at about the grip of the bow) is also extremely important. An example of this would be to take a broom and hold it by the bristled end and try to shake the handle back and forth. You'll see that it is quite easy. Now switch the broom around and hold it from the handle and try to shake the bristled end back and forth. It will be much more resistant to your movements. If you really want to see the principle (i.e. rotational inertia) in action, try shaking the B-Stinger back and forth from each end. All the weight on the B-Stinger is intentionally placed as near to the twelfth inch as possible. This is done so that you can both hold more steady at full draw and so that if you make a mistake at the time of your shot, the B-Stinger will increase your bows tendency to remain at rest (i.e. more stabile) keeping your bad shots closer to the middle.

 

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