Abstract: A trajectory compensation apparatus is disclosed for use with a crossbow having a barrel, a trigger portion and a bow for use with an arrow, the arrow being shot traveling along a crossbow trajectory curve. The compensation apparatus comprises a rear sight mounted on the barrel at a location adjacent the trigger portion, and a forward sight is mounted on the barrel at a location adjacent the bow. A mechanism, operatively acting on the shot arrow, is provided for compensating for the trajectory curve, wherein, as the crossbow is aimed directly at a target, the arrow being shot from the bow will travel along the compensating mechanism at a predetermined upward angular orientation relative to the barrel. The arrow will then be released at a point above the target sight, thereby causing the arrow to drop onto the target at a point along the crossbow trajectory curve.

Abstract: An apparatus for cocking a conventional crossbow, the crossbow having a stock with a first end and a second end. The apparatus comprises a pair of pulleys that are removably attachable to the string of the crossbow, and a cord extending through one pulley, about the second end of the crossbow stock and through the other pulley, so that by pulling the opposite ends of the string the bow may be cocked.

Abstract: A camouflage shield for a bow which includes upper and lower curved wire frame members which are covered with camouflage fabric. Each frame member includes an inner end section, an outer arcuate convex end section and brackets for attaching the frame members to the bow.

Abstract: A bow limb construction (51) includes a bushing (101) for use in mounting an archery bow limb (54) to an archery bow riser (52). The bushing can include a cylinder (116) which is adapted to be received in an aperture (71) of the bow limb. The bushing can include a vertically disposed flange (118) which is adapted to be received in a slot (70) in the bow limb. The bushing includes a first hole which extends vertically through the bushing, the first hole being adapted to receive a fastener (140) for adjustably securing the bow limb to the bow riser. Preferably, the first hole comprises a bore having an elliptical cross section. A major axis of the first hole is adapted to be aligned with a longitudinal axis of the bow limb. A second hole (160) can extend transversely through the bushing and communicate with the first hole. A set screw (162) can be threaded into the second hole so that the set screw adjustably bears against the fastener to retain the fastener in an adjusted position in the first hole.

Abstract: A bow press includes pivotable arms on a linear frame. The bow fits on the press between two pegs projecting from the frame and a pair of prongs, one prong projecting from each arm. Simultaneous pivoting of the arms bends the limbs of the bow. Proper adjustment of the pegs and prongs prevents movement of the limb surface with respect to the pegs and prongs.

Abstract: A device for cocking a crossbow having a bow (12) and a bowstring (16) includes a main housing (21), a movable shaft (22), a device (31) operatively connected to the movable shaft (22) to laterally move the movable shaft (22), and a back element (70) mounted on the movable shaft (22) to engage the bowstring (16), such that when the movable shaft (22) moves, the bowstring (16) is drawn.

Abstract: A device for conveniently securing a plurality of arrows to one another for ease of transport or, alternatively, for securing additional arrows to an existing quiver. The device comprises a wafer member made of a semi-rigid but resilient material, having notches formed in the corners for engaging the shaft portion of an archer's arrow. Such devices being preferably used with one or more like devices.

Abstract: An overdraw assembly for use with an archery bow of the type including a bow having a central bow section and limb sections and a bow string secured at its opposite ends to the free ends of the limb sections.

Abstract: To alleviate the problem that a considerable amount of force is required by an archer to bend the bow by pulling or drawing the bowstring, this invention introduces an auxiliary force aid to supplement the manual force of the archer's arm for drawing the bowstring. Thus, an elastic member anchored to the archer's body is stretched to store a force when the archer's arm reaches for the bowstring to draw it, and the stored force from the stretched elastic member supplements the manual force provided by the archer's arm in a vectorial direction for drawing the bowstring thereby to make the drawstring easier to draw. The elastic member, typically a bungee cord, is affixed to a body harness held on the upper torso by a shoulder strap for movement and stretching along the line of travel of the archer's hand when reaching for the bowstring to draw it. Thus, the peak drawing force exerted by the archer is reduced by distributing it over the reciprocal reaching and drawing motions of the archer's arm.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improvement in hunting bows, more especially in the area of the system for tracking the game by a container-stored string or cord that has its free end attached to the arrow so as to follow the flight of the arrow. The problem to be solved arises from the inadvertent failure of the hunter to "uncork" the container so as to free the string. The solution according to the present invention lies in an activator attachment for the bow and tracker string container via which the hunter, without losing sight of his quarry and without releasing his full grip on the bow, can uncork the container and thus free the string. The attachment includes a finger-actuated lever and slide mechanism whereby the cover or cork of the container, which normally engages the string, can be quickly and easily displaced.

Abstract: A tensioning apparatus for tensioning the limbs of a compound bow to enable the bow string to be removed from and installed onto the compound bow cable and/or to replace the bow cable and work on the bow comprises an elongate, flexible, non-extensible tensioning cable; retainers for detachably connecting end regions of the tensioning cable to distal ends of the limbs of a compound bow so that the tensioning cable extends therebetween, and a screwjack and three cable guides for forming an open loop of variable size in the tensioning cable.

Abstract: A sighting apparatus includes a framework mounting a forward and rear post vertically adjustable to accommodate height of an individual, with an upper support beam mounted to each upper terminal end of each post. The support beam including a forward plate for mounting the bow thereon, and including a plurality of guide rods positioned on opposed sides of the support beam, with a central drive screw arranged for selective retraction of the bow string of the associated bow. The organization includes a plumb bob and bow angulating member to effect vertical alignment of the bow, with the bow string arranged for retraction and subsequent release to effect flight of an associated archery arrow from the apparatus in an aligned orientation for sighting of the bow.

Abstract: A kit for assembly and attachment to a crossbow that will adapt the cross bow to shoot arrows (e.g. 6 inches long) which are several times shorter than arrows of conventional length (e.g. 22 inches) normally shot by a crossbow. The kit includes an elongated track or guide assembly through which a short arrow is guided as it is being launched. The track assembly is mounted on the stock of a crossbow by a front clamp which supports the muzzle end of the track assembly and a rear receiver which supports the breech end of the track assembly. A short arrow loaded from the muzzle end into the breech end of the track assembly is releaseably retained in place against premature dislodgment by gravity or otherwise by a spring which presses an arrow shaft-engaging shoe into retaining engagement with the shaft of the arrow. The invention also comprises the short arrow adapted to be launched and shot from a crossbow equipped with the kit.

Abstract: A floor standing, easily operated crossbow cocking mechanism for cocking an archery crossbow, incorporating a main structural frame member, a stable base member for contacting the floor, a hook for securing a crossbow body to the upper part of the frame member, a slidable carriage mounted for movement along the structural member and a pair of spaced apart fingers for engaging the string of the crossbow, so that the string can be drawn back by a force multiplying assembly, such as a winch and racket mechanism. Once cocked, the crossbow can be removed from the cocking mechanism and be employed for game hunting, for target practice, or for whatever purpose the user deems appropriate.

Abstract: A locking and release mechanism for the bow string of a compound bow. The locking mechanisms are mounted adjacent to and operable with respective eccentric wheels on either end of the bow which includes a notch along the periphery of the wheel to engage a spring loaded lever of the respective locking lever when aligned therewith. The archer selectively locks the bow string in the drawn position by pulling on a string which runs colinearly and forwardly of the handle and attaches to one end of the lever whereby the lever is pulled downwardly against the bias of the spring to engage the notch in the wheel. To release the lock, the archer simply pulls the bow string a short distance past the locked position and releases which moves the wheels and disengages the levers therefrom thereby allowing the wheels to rotate and fire the arrow.

Abstract: A compound bow has a body having a pair of ends each carrying a respective limb and with a bolt extending between each limb and the respective body end is provided with a draw-weight gauge for each limb. Each gauge has a gear head on the respective bolt. A holder adjacent the respective bolt rotatably supports a threaded rod extending along an axis generally perpendicular to the respective bolt. A gear on the rod is in constant mesh with the gear head on the respective bolt. A scale is fixed on the bow along the rod and an indicator threaded onto the rod can be displaced thereby along the scale.

Abstract: A sensor for use with a compound archery bow of the type including a body, a bowstring for being drawn by an archer, and a cam for connecting the bowstring to the body. The sensor includes a switch for being closed by the cam in response to the drawing of the bowstring; a light for emitting light when electrically energized and activated; and an electrical energy source for electrically energizing and activating the light when the switch is closed.

Abstract: An archery support stand is set forth wherein a table member includes a top surface with arrow securement plates positioned along the top surface of the table member adjacent forward side surfaces thereof with bores positioned for receiving and securing the arrows for storage. A "U" shaped bracket includes a lower pivot block with an arcuate upper face with a lock pin spaced from the arcuate forward face provided with a through-extending bore through a free end thereof for receiving a lock to latch a bow therewithin. A bifurcated clamp member positions and secures a lowermost end of the associated bow within the support stand.

Abstract: A quick release bow fishing device is provided. The device allows for a quick connect and disconnect of a fishing rod and reel from an archery bow. The device is comprised of a connecting shaft that attaches to the bow at the socket conventionally employed for a stabilizer attachment. The fishing rod is provided with a longitudinally bored channel within the handle to receive the shaft. The shaft is constructed so that trigger catch means engage the shaft to restrict relative motion of the shaft within the channel thus holding the bow and rod together. The trigger catch release is located on the handle for easy manipulation by the operator to effect a release of the shaft for a quick disconnect of the rod from the bow. Another embodiment of the device is provided with the shaft having radial arms to engage retaining slots in the rod handle.

Abstract: An overdraw apparatus supports an arrow for shooting at a support location between the drawstring full-draw rearward position and the drawstring full-forward travel position upon its release. A construction is provided whereby the drawstring can pass through and beyond the support location, and thereby enable much shorter arrows to be shot from a conventional bow than would otherwise be possible. In one embodiment, the actual arrow support includes two members which are separated by a space which allows the drawstring to pass therebetween. In another embodiment, the arrow support includes a pivotally mounted arm which gets struck by the bowstring and pivots forwardly to accommodate the movement of the drawstring forwardly beyond the support location.

Abstract: A shield or protecting device which is attached to the split limb end section of a compound bow, a crossbow or any other archery device using a cam or eccentric wheel inserted into the split limb end section of the device. The shield is made in such a manner as to protect the cam or eccentric wheel when in a resting position, during the draw or in full extension of a compound bow, crossbow or any other archery device using a cam or eccentric wheel inserted into the split limb end section of the device. Space is provided in the cavity of the shield to protect the cam or eccentric wheel as it extends out over the split limb section of the compound bow, crossbow or other archery devices as described above. The shield is used to protect the cam or eccentric wheel and cable from any damage due to moisture, dirt, snow, twigs, rocks and any other foreign material which may cause damage to the cam or eccentric wheel and the cable when place on the ground.

Abstract: An archery bow of the compound type with eccentrically mounted cam wheels or pulleys, one to carry the bowstring at each end, and one to carry the tension cable at each end. The tension cables are anchored at each end on small grooved discs which retain closed loops at the anchor end of the cables. The discs are centrally perforate to receive and be retained by an axle which also mounts the pulleys. Each disc has a plurality of slotted openings, or notches around a center, terminating in bights which are progressively at different distances from the center. This allows selective tensioning on the tension cables to tune the bow and adjust cable length.

Abstract: A device attached to a compound bow which is fully adjustable to permit the shooter to adjust and lock into place a sliding trigger holder which locks into the same position at each arrow draw precisely in the same release spot so all arrows fly straight and true. This device, once adjusted and locked into place makes it possible for any archer using this bow to be extremely accurate with all arrows shot. The device maintains its accuracy indefinitely. The device also includes a palm support at full draw to eliminate the bow pull tension from affecting the arrow release.

Abstract: The archery device permits an archery arrow to be correctly centered along is length with respect to the bowstring so that upon release of the bowstring the arrow will fire straight ahead with improved accuracy. The device includes an elongated arm which is either L-shaped or U-shaped, a connector for releasably securing the arm to the sidewall of an archery bow and an aligning component. The aligning component enables one to mark the transverse position of the bowstring and then position the front of an arrow, when the rear of the arrow is attached to the bowstring, at the same transverse position as the bowstring so that the arrow is aligned with the bowstring and parallel to the sidewall of the archery bow. The connector allows the arm to be rotated therearound in a plane parallel to the sidewall of the bow and can include a threaded post.

Abstract: An archery shooting and training device (20) is disclosed for teaching an archer proper muscular control and body positioning. The shooting and training device (20) includes a string arm connector (70) that is securable without shifting to the upper arm and forearm of the archer's string arm. A draw force carrying member (72) extends from the string arm connector (70) to a release mechanism (130) having an anchor point (54) to position the archer's body on a plane of release that prevents movement which would adversely affect accuracy upon string release during actual shooting. The device (20) can be used with an actual bow, and is also usable with a front portion (110) and a bow handle (62) to provide a simulated bow force by isometrics.

Abstract: A bow stabilizer is provided for mounting to a bow and balancing and dampening the vibrations during shooting. The stabilizer assembly includes a shaft threaded to the bow handle and extending in the forward direction therefrom. A weight member is axially and radially mounted to the shaft by an offsetting bracket which is slidable and rotatable about the shaft to provide variable positioning of the weight about the shaft and to provide proper distancing from the bow handle. In the preferred embodiment the weight is a hollow tubular housing for storing tools, extra arrowheads and the like which are commonly carried into the field. Additional embodiments of the invention provide additional pivotal joints to adjust the shaft horizontally and vertically with respect to the bow and pivotally adjust the weight with respect to the shaft.

Abstract: An archery bow lock mechanism allows a compound bow to be locked in the fully drawn position and released by the archer upon the application of a small amount of additional draw tension. The device utilizes a pair of pawl and ratchet members which approach each other and engage when the bow is drawn. Upon release of the drawstring the cam and ratchet members, which may be in the form of a ball and triangular ratchet, respectively, located on the bow cables, remain engaged, the ball being maintained in contact with a concave face of the ratchet by drawstring tension. Additional tension on the bow string disengages the pawl and ratchet, allowing the bow to be fired. Alternative positions for the ratchet and pawl members are available.

Abstract: An archery bow-mountable blind is provided which effectively camouflages the movements of the archer, bowstring, and arrow as the bow is being drawn while providing sufficiently clear observation of the target for accurate aiming. The preferred apparatus includes a sheet of camouflage material, a pair of support members for supporting the sheet therebetween, and a pair of attachment straps for coupling the support members to a bow. The camouflage sheet has a plurality of cuts defined therethrough forming a corresponding plurality of flaps and openings. The flaps simulate foliage thereby enhancing the camouflage effect of the apparatus and the openings provide clear observation of the target. The preferred support members are shiftable between extended positions in which the members are generally transverse to the bow's long axis and collapsed positions in which the members are generally aligned with the bow's long axis.

Abstract: A frame-carried arrow rest and sideplate assembly fastened to a bow at a sight window thereof. A pin-mounted arm of the rest of the assembly is supported in a outwardly-extending, arrow-supporting mode by means of an arcuately-pivotal frame-carried support block ("sideplate") to which the arm is releasably coupled. Frictional forces applied laterally against the pivotal block upon release of the arrow and travel of the arrow shaft forwardly cause the block to pivot and to decouple from and to release the arm. The latter than falls downwardly and away, gravitationally, from its arrow-shaft supporting position to establish a clear and unobstructed travel path for the arrow shaft and its fletching as the arrow is launched in flight.

Abstract: A stand for supporting a compound archery bow includes a spike member having a pointed end adapted to be driven into the ground and an opposite end connected to a swivellable bracket member attached to the lower limb of the bow by a releaseable clamp. The bracket has a special nut with a handle for securing the spike member in its ground-engaging position, or alternatively into a position suitable for carrying or storing the bow.

Abstract: A cable guard for use with a compound bow having a handle portion, a pair of bow limbs together with a first cable, a second cable and a bowstring comprises a rod with a first end and a second end. A mounting device attaches in use the first end of the rod to the handle portion of the compound bow to enable the rod to extend rearwardly from the handle portion of the compound bow. A single arm member includes a first end and a second end, with the second end of the single arm member attached to the second end of the rod. The single arm member extends outwardly from the rod and in a plane which includes the bow limbs. A first cable guide slidably receives and separates the first and second cable. The single arm member enables in use simultaneous vertical movement of the first cable guide with the first and second cable during the drawing and return of the bowstring.

Abstract: A camouflage device for disguising and concealing an archer and a hunting bow is disclosed which comprises a lightweight frame supporting camouflage netting, the frame being adjustably and removably attached to a hunting bow and preferably having a section thereof of camouflage netting adapted to permit the archer to see therethrough together with an opening through which an arrow propelled by the hunting bow may pass.

Abstract: A small, compact and lightweight bow-mounted arrow quiver for hunters and the like, having a small broadhead shield of a size and shape which may receive only a single broadhead arrow tip, and having an arrow shaft holder similarly adapted to receive only a single arrow shaft, both the broadhead shield and the arrow shaft holder being supported on a lightweight, elongated support means. Preferably, such support means is collapsible in nature, comprising a pair of pivotally-connected members which may alternatively be tightened into axially-aligned disposition when the quiver is in use, or otherwise released from such aligned disposition and pivoted upon one another to form a small and compact structure which may readily be carried in the pocket of the user.

Abstract: A compound bow employing an adjustable anchor for securing a tension cable to the bow is disclosed. The adjustable anchor preferably includes a body adapted for receiving a tension cable. A portion of the anchor is secured relative to the bow and slidably received relative to the body. An adjustment assembly is provided for selectively varying the position of the portion and body relative to one another for adjusting the tension in the tension cable.

Abstract: A fishing rod which is foldable is pivotally attached at one end to the handle of a bow. The fishing line from a reel is attached to the arrow which is to be shot and extends through the eyelet of the fishing rod to the fishing reel. The fishing rod is folded to about half its length and is rotated about the pivot point down out of the way so as not to hamper the normal shooting of the arrow. When the arrow strikes a fish, the fishing pole is unfolded and rotated to its operating position by triggering a lever. The fishing reel and rod can then be used to reel in the fish.

Abstract: A method for stringing a molded bow limb which at its remote end receives an axle assembly in a preformed axle mount at the end of the bow which includes a recess for receiving an axle cover, a pair of axle covers being provided at either end of the axle and molded with the axle in position. Thus when the axle cover assembly is mounted in the axle assembly mount at the end of the bow, precision of orientation results, no machining is required, and the force of the bow string and/or cable once in place will hold the axle in place. At the opposite end of the bow, a butt slot is provided to engage a bolt or other pin on the limb mount, and a keeper plate engages a recess in the limb mount so that that end of the bow limb is also secured in place and held in place by the force of the strings.

Abstract: An archery game tracking device for tracking a game animal struck by an arrow upon subsequent movement by the animal through brush or forest. The device includes a dart that is releasably mounted to the arrow shaft and is fixed to a tracking line. A tracking line supply is connected to the bow. Upon impact of the arrow with a game animal, the dart penetrates the animal. If the animal dislodges the arrow or if the arrow passes through the animal, the dart will automatically separate from the arrow and will remain fixed to the animal and fixed to the tracking line. The hunter will still be able to track the fallen animal when it stops.

Abstract: An anchor for a compound archery bow includes a yoke portion formed at one end thereof and a reusable clamp formed at the opposite end. The anchor provides a way of securing the inside cables of a compound bow to the tips of the bow limbs adjustably and releasably.

Abstract: A bowstring apparatus for use with an archer's bow comprising a pair of ring members each rotatably mounted on an axle pin with a tip interconnector attachably securing each limb tip to each axle pin and further interconnecting each axle pin to each other to enable each ring member to rotate about a parallel axle pin axis relative each other and with an arc member axially spaced on the axle pin and securely attached to the ring member so as to permit simultaneous rotation about the axle pin when the ring member rotates. A flexible cord member secures together each distal end of the arc member to enable simultaneous tensioning when the ring members are tensioned.

Abstract: A guard for attachment to the split limb end portions of a compound bow is disclosed. The guard includes at least one body attachable to a lateral edge of a split limb end portions of the compound bow and extends a greater distance from the compound bow than a pulley used on the compound bow. The guard is used to prevent the pulley and/or the split limb end portions of the compound bow from being damaged, and is used to prevent the compound bow from sliding and falling when placed in an upright position against a horizontal surface, such as the ground.

Abstract: The compound archery bow assembly includes an inner cam-type compound bow having an elongated riser with handle and arrow window, a pair of flexible limbs with a pair of wheels rotatably secured to the limb tips. A box-shaped bracket is secured to the riser below the handle and extends rearwardly thereof, with a vertical bowstring behind the bracket, a rotatable cam mechanism including a pair of cam lobes secured to each other, rotatably secured in the bracket, wheel cables trained around the wheels and secured to opposite ends of the bowstring, and cam cables extending between the cam lobes and limb tips. The assembly also includes an improved drawcheck with a clicker component releasably secured to either the bracket or cam mechanism, and an activator component secured to the other one of the bracket and cam mechanism.

Abstract: An elongated guide member is positioned on a bow and extends longitudinally in a direction of shooting motion of the bow's bowstring. The guide member includes elongated parallel portions for guiding both short projectiles and arrows. A short projectile is provided which slidably engages the parallel portions. The guide member also includes projections which engage recesses in the support. The guide member also includes a resilient element to allow passage of oversized or deformed projectiles. A projectile includes a groove or slot extending longitudinally along the body portion of the projectile. Another projectile has elongated ridges positioned at the base of its wings. Another embodiment of the guide employs rod-like parallel portions.

Abstract: A quiver mounting system for archery bows includes a rotational coupling-decoupling mechanism and a two-point attachment mechanism to provide for rapid attachment or detachment of a quiver in the field, as well as a stable mounting. The rotational coupling mechanism is located at a first point and includes a socket having an opening of irregular configuration and a connector resiliently extending through the opening and engaging the exterior wall of the socket. The socket is connected to the bow and the connector to the quiver. When the connector is rotated relative to the socket, it passes through the opening and the quiver is decoupled from the bow. The quiver is also detachably connected at a second point to the bow. The connection at this second point must be detached to permit the relative rotation between the socket and connector.

Abstract: A special clamping mechanism is disclosed for holding a reel to a bow for use in bow fishing which can be attached to a bow without screws, bolts or the like. It includes an upper clamp and a lower clamp, each clamp wrapping around the bow in a unique manner and is made of one continuous piece. A reel support member is attached to the clamping mechanism. A shooting strap is connected to the bow next to the spot thereon where the holding hand grasps the bow.

Abstract: A molded bow limb which at its remote end receives an axle assembly in a preformed axle mount at the end of the bow which includes a recess for receiving an axle cover, a pair of axle covers being provided at either end of the axle and molded with the axle in position. Thus when the axle cover assembly is mounted in the axle assembly mount at the end of the bow, precision of orientation results, no machining is required, and the force of the bow string and/or cable once in place will hold the axle in place. At the opposite end of the bow, a butt slot is provided to engage a bolt or other pin on the limb mount, and a keeper plate engages a recess in the limb mount so that that end of the bow limb is also secured in place and held in place by the force of the strings.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding a spare arrow on an archery bow. An arrow retaining bracket is provided on the end of an arm which extends from a mounting plate. In one embodiment the mounting plate is adapted to receive a detachable quiver. In another embodiment, a hunting sight is attached to or is formed integrally as a part of the mounting plate.

Abstract: The improved assembly comprises a compound archery bow having a pair of spaced bow limbs, a handle with arrow rest, pulleys connected to the limbs, first and second pulley cables and a bowstring connected to the cables. A novel drawcheck is connected to the cables out of the path of an arrow when placed on the rest. The drawcheck includes an indicator component releasably secured to one of the cables and which comprises a flexible clicker blade or a light assembly with a switch arm disposed in the path of travel of an activator component secured to a second adjacent cable. The latter comprises a protuberance, such as a bead, block, cylinder or the like. The activator and indicator components travel with their respective cables toward each other as the bowstring is drawn, and contact each other to activate the indicator component and generate a signal when the bowstring is at full draw. Thus, a light is turned on or an audible click is made by the indicator blade on a tympanum near thereto to signal full draw.

Abstract: A compound archery bow of simplified construction includes a bowstring secured intermediate its ends to eccentrically pivoted cams mounted at the outer ends of the limbs secured to the opposite ends of a handle member. A control cable connects each cam pivot shaft, and therefore each limb, to a laterally projecting post on a lever mounted pivotally on the end of the handle member that secures the opposite limb. The end segments of the bowstring are trained around the cams and through the diametric center of each cam wherein the segments are secured. Each terminal end portion of the bowstring end segments is secured either to a winch located on the lever mounting the associated cam, or directly to said lever. The connection of the limbs to each other through the control cables and the bowstring end segments secured to the levers balance the flexure of the limbs relative to each other as well as the rotation of each cam as the bowstring is drawn back.

Abstract: A slingshot for an arrow is provided and consists of a long barrel open at both ends secured to the top portion of a handgrip and a device secured to the handgrip for propelling the arrow through the barrel.

Abstract: A yoke anchor for a compound bow is described which includes a semi-circular yoke portion having a perimetric groove for reception of the yoke cable affixed to the end of the bow limb and a central groove for reception of a terminal loop on the inside cable to be attached. A hook portion extends from one surface of the generally planar yoke portion and receives the other inside cable therein to cause the anchor and first inside cable to be pulled away from the bow string, thereby minimizing the chance of the bow string slapping against the yoke anchor or the inside cables during use.