Also isn't there a point where high FOC becomes counterproductive with nose diving arrows?
I don't believe so in theory anyway. The real constraint comes with arrow material that is available today. The only decent material today that can be used with the extreme FOC is carbon. OK, you might be able to get away with footed wood shafts, but it won't be easy. I've tried it with aluninum and had poor results. After conversing with Dr. Ashby, he has also found the same (with aluminum).
I think OL is testing tungsten (spelling) now.
Is arrow noise really that much of a consideration given the distances we are shooting?
Personally, I like arrows as quiet as possible. I use parabolics for hunting since I found them to be the quietest so far. I love the looks of Pope and Young, but wouldn't even consider using them on whitetails.
The distance card could be used in a variety of ways. Do we need laminated bowsconsidering thedistances we are shooting, do we need new string materials considering the distances we are shooting (that was for LBR [8D]) etc., etc.
Thiswould just basically be another choice available. If I can get my arrows quieter, get at least the same stabilizing characteristics, and get a bit more out of my bow in speed, I might be interested in the design.
