Originally Posted by
Valentine
That there is a practical advantage of using, maybe slower, aluminum or alloy arrows. Never did get around to switching.
Better not drive that horseless carriage either, because there's a risk of bodily harm if you drive a car.
All joking aside, the risk of a carbon arrow exploding is minimal. I've been shooting them - a lot - for over 17 years and have yet to have one explode. Just like with your car, a quick inspection is enough to keep that risk of harm exceedingly small. You probably have greater risk of impaling yourself on your arrow (carbon or aluminum) than the risk of it exploding on you.
Do the flex test, feel for burs or splits, and you should be good to go.