Parabola

The parabola describes the arched flight path of an arrow. After release, the arrow is affected by gravity, so it does not fly straight but initially rises slightly and then descends along a curved line – this curve is called the parabola. A higher arrow speed results in a “flatter” parabola, making aiming easier.

Significance in archery:

  • Determines the hold points for different distances
  • Particularly important for outdoor shooting due to longer distances
  • The greater the distance, the more pronounced the effect of the parabolic flight path
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