Arrow Help!!

[NEBRbruiser]

When I purchased my bow (Hoyt Vectrix 28" draw) I planned on setting it at 65-70 pounds so at Cabelas I bought the Cabelas Stalker Extreme 65/80 @ 9.3gpi. However after practicing and hunting I feel more comfortable with my bow set at 60# instead. How much difference is this going to make since I'm using an arrow made for a little higher poundage? Should I switch arrows and if so, what do you recommend?? Any help would be great! Just want to make sure I'm not robbing myself of anything.

[vermont bowhunter]

not enough differance in going down in poundage guy,,in fact it may help alittle..
you need to worry going up in poundage,,because of spline...your good to go man
she may shoot alittle slower is all

Originally Posted by NEBRbruiser

When I purchased my bow (Hoyt Vectrix 28" draw) I planned on setting it at 65-70 pounds so at Cabelas I bought the Cabelas Stalker Extreme 65/80 @ 9.3gpi. However after practicing and hunting I feel more comfortable with my bow set at 60# instead. How much difference is this going to make since I'm using an arrow made for a little higher poundage? Should I switch arrows and if so, what do you recommend?? Any help would be great! Just want to make sure I'm not robbing myself of anything.

If the bow is tuned at 70lbs with an arrow made for 70lbs, (usually a .340" spine) then going down to 60lbs, you most likely need a .400" spined arrow.

But depends on your setup.

What you need to do is check the tune of the bow/arrow combo. Yes, it makes a difference. Many different methods, but I usually make sure my broadheads hit with my field points.

Shooting a too stiff spined arrow will only rob you accuracy.

[NEBRbruiser]

Originally Posted by bigcountry

If the bow is tuned at 70lbs with an arrow made for 70lbs, (usually a .340" spine) then going down to 60lbs, you most likely need a .400" spined arrow.

But depends on your setup.

What you need to do is check the tune of the bow/arrow combo. Yes, it makes a difference. Many different methods, but I usually make sure my broadheads hit with my field points.

Shooting a too stiff spined arrow will only rob you accuracy.

See thats how much of a rookie I am at shooting a bow, I literally bought my bow used off ebay and just bought arrows and have been shooting it. Sad to say I don't know much at all about tuning a bow and not real sure where I would go around here to get advice other than MAYBE cabelas, depending on who it working.
Big Country can you point me in the right direction?

[KCMO Cityboy]

Hey Bruiser,
I think you would be better off matching your arrows to your bow at a draw weight you prefer. Not sure how far you are from the archery shop but I would recommend you go in and also have them cut to the proper length if you are not equipped to do so at home. There are plenty of articles regarding bow tuning on the internet so take your time and you will see great results.

Originally Posted by NEBRbruiser

See thats how much of a rookie I am at shooting a bow, I literally bought my bow used off ebay and just bought arrows and have been shooting it. Sad to say I don't know much at all about tuning a bow and not real sure where I would go around here to get advice other than MAYBE cabelas, depending on who it working.
Big Country can you point me in the right direction?

I suggest a decent pro-shop. But running your numbers on ONTARGET shows the arrows will be way too stiff. Thats assuming 28" draw and 28.5" arrow.

55/70's would be perfect for 60lb draw.

Download the easton arrow tuning guide and start your journey. Paper tuning, broadhead tuning, walkback/french tuning. Stance/grip, all play a part.

Problem with a new shooter is usually you get false indicators due to grip and form.

[OhioBowhunter]

i always thought as long as your not too much over what your arrows are then your fine.