The guys on here can be a big help. Search some of the topics I have posted on fletching. Read all you want the only way to know is to try it. I descided to try it and since I didn't want to tie up much money I bought a cheap greyling at Dicks for 29.99. Went to the proshop and bought some vanes. .30$ each and tried it. It is a piece of cake and the more I do the better I am getting. I a couple of weeks I have already learned some good tricks. My best advice is dont be cheap and buy some arrow wraps.