Measure your draw length (ask a friend or YouTube this, don’t guess). Then cut your shaft about an inch longer than that. This extra inch is your safety cushion—you’d rather miss a target than stab your own hand. Now, roll the shaft on a flat surface. If it wobbles, you’ve got a pretzel. Use your straightener to gently bend it back into shape. It’s okay if it’s not perfect; even Olympic archers have a twitch or two.
Honestly, this is the most boring part. Put on a podcast. I listen to true crime, which makes me feel like I’m committing an ancient crime against wood. You’re welcome.
