Why Are Arrow Fletchings Different Colors?

Feathers are colored to help you distinguish the index feather which needs to be positioned correctly. The index feather will be positioned differently for a traditional bow and a compound bow. ... If you prefer to use natural feathers, they are softer and will not make much contact with the arrow rest when shooting.

Why is one vane on an arrow a different color?

Why is one vane on an arrow a different color? The odd colored vane on an arrow is used to index the orientation of the arrow on the bow. The vane needs to avoid contacting the arrow rest in a way that will alter the arrow's flight path or cause damage to the equipment.

Why does the odd color fletching face away from the bow?

The odd colour fletch is a guide that helps the archer correctly orientate the fletching when nocking an arrow. ... Assuming the arrow's fletching is evenly spaced around the arrow (they should be) then the best orientation possible when nocking the arrow is to have one fletch pointed directly away from the bow or rest.