Abstract: An arrow rest for use with archery bows includes an arrow supporting launcher that provides vertical movement to dampen any up and down movement of the arrow shaft when it is shot from the bow, such as up and down vibrational movement which occurs as a result of using a mechanical arrow release aid. The launcher includes a V-groove to support and guide the arrow. The rest also includes a pair of flippers which extend generally upwardly and in the direction of arrow travel along opposite sides of the arrow shaft supported on the launcher to lessen the chance that the arrow shaft will slide off the launcher. Either feature of the rest can be used alone without the other.