Fishtailing

Fishtailing describes the sideways or vertical wobbling of an arrow in flight, where the tail of the arrow visibly “swings.” A certain amount of movement is normal (see Archer’s Paradox), but strong or persistent fishtailing indicates a tuning issue.

Possible causes:

  • Incorrect spine
  • Improper nocking point
  • Faulty center shot
  • Poor or inconsistent release
  • Damaged or misaligned fletching

Effects:

  • Loss of energy
  • Unstable arrow flight
  • Increased grouping dispersion

This is a clear signal that the arrow and bow setup may need adjustment.

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