TexasOaks

I think this is something good to talk about. What are the advantages/disadvantages of blazer veins and just regular 4 inch veins for bowhunting purposes? Which would you prefer to hunt with and Why?

brucelanthier

Weight would be the only advantage/disadvantage that would affect me. I would use theone that gave me the weight I wanted on the rear of the arrow.

Arthur P

Blazers are tougher and stiffer, so they don't get as ripped up during practice sessions and need replacing as much as plain ol' vanes do. They're just a tiny bit lighter than 4" vanes, but according to my testing they stabilize a broadhead tipped arrow every bit as well - as long as the broadhead is a vented blade type and not more than 1 1/4" wide.

brucelanthier

He did ask about hunting preferencebut that's why I use blazers for practicing too. I will use feathers for hunting.

Jim_IV

i found that blazers are mich sturdier than a reg 4 in vein. dont get me wrong 4 in veins are great, but, if you shoota WB like myself then blazers are the way to go

YooperMike

I shoot full length arrows, so I use the 4" with a wicked helical for hunting, and shooting in general. With all that arrrow, I need to get things stabilized ASAP. I shot Blazers for about 6 months, but ended up switching becaus eI am definitely more accurate with the 4".

Arthur P

Yeah, I would too except that now even LEN and DAVIDMIL are ragging on me for being old fashioned. With THOSE two COF's on my arse, it's definitely time for a life change. [8D]

brucelanthier

LOL I know those two (bought my bow from LEN) so that's understandable. Feathers just look awesome to me. Especially the barred ones. Plus, as you know, they work great!

Germ

Windy days blazers wobble a ton.

At the HNI I notice the guys using blazers were more affected by the wind. My arrows had a huge wobble[:@]

Arthur P

Increase your FOC% and it'll help with that.