20lbs or less, otherwise the bow will be too strong for them to handle, at that age I would recommend 10-15 lbs.
The term "draw weight" in archery refers to the amount of force needed to pull back the bowstring to its full draw length. It is measured in pounds and indicates the strength required to shoot an arrow effectively.
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To accurately measure arrows for archery, use a measuring tape to determine the length of the arrow from the nock to the tip of the point. Additionally, consider the spine or stiffness of the arrow shaft, which should match the draw weight of the bow for optimal performance.
I assume you are talking about archery. Around 45 pounds of draw weight would be a minimum of what you should hunt with. I use 60 lbs. The arrow flies flatter and has a faster travel the more weight you shoot. Just don't turn it up too much or you won't be able to pull it back at the moment of truth!
"The bow's draw weight is around 22 kilograms (48 pounds) for men, and over 17 kg (38 lbs.) for women. The bow consists of a riser and two limbs." -- olympic.org/archery-equipment-and-history
when you have let off on your bow, when you pull it back depending on the bow you will have anywhere from 50% to 80% let off, which means if your bow is a 70 lbs pull draw weight and you have 50% let off then you are only holding 35% of the draw weight. now if your bow has 80% let off then your holding only like 18 20 24 % of the draw weight.
20 pounds, with a 24 inch draw would be a good starting point.
You should draw something your good at. Start by drawing simple everyday things like a dog or a cup. Then start adding more detail each time you draw it. Now when you want to draw you know what to draw!
To measure an arrow accurately for archery, use a measuring tape to determine the length of the arrow from the nock (where the string is placed) to the tip of the arrowhead. Additionally, ensure the arrow spine (flexibility) matches the draw weight of your bow for optimal accuracy.
The draw weight should be marked on the bow. You cannot go any higher than the marked draw weight unless your bow has removable limbs, then you could buy limbs with a higher draw weight. You will ruin the bow if you use it with a higher draw rate.
To accurately measure arrows for consistent performance in archery, use a spine tester to determine the stiffness of the arrow shaft, measure the arrow length and weight, and ensure proper arrow straightness. These factors help ensure that arrows are matched to the bow's draw weight and length, leading to more consistent and accurate shots.
Anyone with adequate training in the skill and safe usage of a bow can shoot with any bow that is right for them. Remember that the bow should be the right "draw weight" for them, draw weight is strength and a bow that is too powerful will make it unsafe to use in the person's hands, this applies to adults as well as children. If you get your child some training and provide them with a suitable compound bow, they will be perfectly capable and allowed to use one on a suitable archery range. (NOTE: I am a real archer and I am an expert on the subject) ...This is just my personal opinion and is simply worth consideration to you, but traditional archery is ideal for the sport of archery becasue you can appreciate the extra skill needed to use it and the feeling of connection to history can be well rewarding.