17" Recurve Riser vs 21" Riser
 

I have the opportunity to purchase two bows. One is a Bosen 17" with limbs giving me 62". The second is a Win Black Elk with 21" and limbs for a length of 62". Both ILF and the Bosen is half the price.

My question is: In this case, if both bows are the same length, is there an advantage between the riser length?

My experience only. No scientific evidence. I used to be a big believer in a shorter riser w longer working limb. I lucked into a Longer riser at the same weight and length. (Same Brand so I could interchange limbs/weight) I thot I could flip it for a bit of a profit if I didn’t like it. My accuracy improved noticeably and I think it’s faster too. I think a combination of more mass in the handle (more stability?) shorter power stroke?

If you have a chance to shoot both do so. Ur results may be different

Short limbs are best suited for short draw length's, under 27" medium limbs 27 to 29" long limbs 29+