Rule Update – Bowhunter Proposal

Posted: 21 May 2025

The investigation of the safety surrounding the Bowhunter proposal has concluded.

Following the helpful working group meeting, alongside further exploration, the committee have decided to pass Motion B –

‘No form of release aid is permitted, one anchor point must be maintained throughout the shoot with the index finger touching the nock, be it split finger or 3 fingers under the nock. Face walking and string walking is not permitted.‘

A full report regarding the working group and proposal will follow.
An updated digital copy of the NFAS Rulebook will also be uploaded to the website in due course.

We would like to thank all Archers and Manufacturers who helped us with this investigation and for providing the required information for the committee to come to this decision.