Are there any DISADVANTAGES to a stabilizer of this length?

most likely wont fit in your case...either have to unscrew it or use a quick disconnector.

more likely to bump or snag something on stand...though i really dont see that as a problem..just heard of it. theres nothing but air infront my my stand...

i ended up going witha 7" doinker...but i really like it. i do have to take it off in my case..but thats no big deal.

Mauser mentioned both the 'problems' that I can think of. Frankly, I think those are minor inconveniences when compared to the benefits. 10" is getting into the length where they actuallystart working as stabilizersinstead of just being shock absorbers or counter balance weights.You shouldnotice an improvement in how steady you can hold the pin on target and a good reduction in torque on release.

I thought about that, mauser. I also have a soft Primos case that would allow the stabilizer to either fit in or just stick out the top (to avoid removal). I ended up shooting a friend who has the 10" stabilizer and liked it a LOT.

I ordered one from Len (MD)a week or so ago.

Jeff, have notified the police to turn yourself in? I think you may have some real problems that need to be addressed. Don't you think you could have just asked him to try it out?

LOL, Mike.

Yep....And "I" was the one that said I didn't enjoy the "killin'". Sure doesn't read that way, huh?

Sorry, couldn't resist! I also think the advantages of the 10" outweigh the differences. I currently shoot an S-coil, but I think I am going to with a Sims modular to get more of the actual stabilizing effect, especially since my Commander doesn't need any help getting quieter.

Good post, I am currently using one of the shorter versions - now i may try out a longer one and see if I notice a differnce - something never really thought about

GMMAT, i shoot a 12" on my bow and have never has a problem getting it hung up on anything while hunting. I like that extra little bit of stability when the moment of truth comes and i could be a little shakey from the adrenalin.

I think it would depend on the bow/stabilizer combination. So many things equipment related are based on personal feel. One guy may pick up a specific bow and claim it is too heavy and poorly balanced while another my find that particular combination to be ideal for him and his shooting preferences.

For hunting, I prefer a shorter stabilizer typically because shorter normally means lighter. It also means more compact and easier to tote around the woods. Again though, if you do not mind the slight inconveniences and it noticeably improves your accuracy level then I would go for it.