How does the number of bamboo lams in the limbs effect the performance of a bow? Does more lams = more speed, smoother draw, more forgiveness? Please help!
This question has come up before and I will attempt to look for the post. The one I am thinking of describes rows of soldiers turning a corner if anyone remembers that please also post it.
I am familiar with the concept in the post that you are referring too. The belly must contract while the back expands. I was just wondering if there is any advantage to adding more bamboo lams to the core.
I don't think the number of lams has much to do with the overall performance of a longbow.
I have no explanation for it but if you build a bow (L/B or Rec) with more lams it will feel better when you shoot it.That is in the draw and the feel when you shoot it. This is with any wood well not all osage and such.Make a longbow with 2 or 3 lans then one with 4 lams you will see. John G