Arrows are usually made specifically for one bow (unless you already have a large selection and the right set on hand), because they won't produce the same results on a different bow, whether stronger or weaker. The reason for this lies in the so-called Archer's Paradox: The arrow appears to curl around the handle when fired. This is clearly visible in slow-motion footage.
If the arrow is too stiff, it won't succeed and will drift to the left (in the case of a right-handed archer who nocks the arrow on the left side of the bow). In doing so, it will strike the bow (an arrow with the right spine can be shot almost silently!). An arrow that's too soft will bend too much during release and may even break!
wooden arrows
Wooden arrows are the most commonly used arrows in traditional archery. Different types of wood (usually spruce, pine, or cedar) vary. Disadvantages include the relative susceptibility to breakage of wooden shafts, as well as the slightly different material properties due to the natural material, which affect the shot pattern. The advantage is the lower price compared to shafts made of modern materials. Wooden arrows are usually fletched with natural feathers.
Carbon and aluminum arrows
These modern materials are also gaining ground in traditional archery. Although they are significantly more expensive than wooden shafts, they offer significant advantages in terms of durability, material properties, and predictability. However, for traditional archers, these modern materials play a subordinate role.
Bamboo arrows
Bamboo arrows are the natural alternative to carbon and aluminum arrows. Bamboo arrows are used in Japanese Kyūdō.
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