I just started shooting a bisquit (new style) this year and shoot feathers. I have been shooting 2 arrows for a few months and another 2 for about a month. there is visible wear on the edges of the feathers - just a hint of "fraying". they shoot fine. I actually get more damaged from arrows hitting each other when practicing. I read in Bowhunter or Bowhunting that the "fraying doesn't hurt the flight at all - actually can improve it. I have been very happy with the bisquit so far.