The nocking point overheight/offset refers to the slight elevation of the nocking point above the horizontal line of the arrow rest. This means the nocking point is set slightly higher so that the back of the arrow sits just a bit higher than the front.
Purpose:
- During the shot, the string’s force does not act exactly through the arrow’s center.
- A small overheight ensures the arrow leaves the bow cleanly and does not “dive” or jump off course.
Typical values:
- About 3–10 mm above the 90° line, depending on the setup.
How to detect issues:
- Observing arrow flight
- Bare shaft (blank shaft) test
- Paper test
This adjustment is essential for precise arrow flight and consistent grouping.