elevated shots
08-20-2008 | 01:08 PM
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Typical Buck
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From: minneapolis mn.
elevated shots
Question-is there a standard equasion for yardage added to a shot from an elevation?
For instance I usually have my climber 15-20 feet high,a 30 yard shot would then become?
For instance I usually have my climber 15-20 feet high,a 30 yard shot would then become?
08-20-2008 | 01:21 PM
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RE: elevated shots
If the 30 yds you speak of is the straight line distance from you (elevated) to a deer (on the ground) then gravity acts on your arrow for less than 30 yds. The 30 yds would be the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The distance that gravity acts on your arrow would be the base of the right triangle (shorter than hypotenuse). Some simple trig calculations can help you determine the length of your triangle's base at any height and at any distance to target.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
08-20-2008 | 01:29 PM
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RE: elevated shots
Well put badge,I do use a rangefinder and have heard of these new "smart" rangefinders which is why I ask... long time no talky.I`m going golfing in a bit but hit me up in the morning if your around.
ORIGINAL: Badger_Girl93
If the 30 yds you speak of is the straight line distance from you (elevated) to a deer (on the ground) then gravity acts on your arrow for less than 30 yds. The 30 yds would be the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The distance that gravity acts on your arrow would be the base of the right triangle (shorter than hypotenuse). Some simple trig calculations can help you determine the length of your triangle's base at any height and at any distance to target.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
If the 30 yds you speak of is the straight line distance from you (elevated) to a deer (on the ground) then gravity acts on your arrow for less than 30 yds. The 30 yds would be the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The distance that gravity acts on your arrow would be the base of the right triangle (shorter than hypotenuse). Some simple trig calculations can help you determine the length of your triangle's base at any height and at any distance to target.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
08-20-2008 | 01:29 PM
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From: Horse Country, VA
RE: elevated shots
ORIGINAL: Badger_Girl93
If the 30 yds you speak of is the straight line distance from you (elevated) to a deer (on the ground) then gravity acts on your arrow for less than 30 yds. The 30 yds would be the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The distance that gravity acts on your arrow would be the base of the right triangle (shorter than hypotenuse). Some simple trig calculations can help you determine the length of your triangle's base at any height and at any distance to target.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
If the 30 yds you speak of is the straight line distance from you (elevated) to a deer (on the ground) then gravity acts on your arrow for less than 30 yds. The 30 yds would be the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The distance that gravity acts on your arrow would be the base of the right triangle (shorter than hypotenuse). Some simple trig calculations can help you determine the length of your triangle's base at any height and at any distance to target.
The best way to do it, IMO, is to just use a rangefinder to measure distance to some nearby trees while you are still on the ground. Then you don't have to worry about all the trig. But, since everyone shoot flat out to 40 yds anyways, the minor affect the angle of a treestand has on your shot is likely negligible.
