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Forum: Bowhunting
02-04-2007, 06:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,229
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Here's my next decision...

I see your point, I do. But for me personally, I've found that when making a big purchase like this,I have to go for top of the line stuff. If I compramise and settle for less than I want, it only...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-04-2007, 05:52 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,671
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Let's see your bowhunting inventions!!!

Truly innovative, good stuff.

My only concern is that it might not propel the projectiles fast enough or with enough push behind it for effective penetration on larger birds. Have you had a...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-03-2007, 08:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Changing mind about the Vectrix already... need affirmation

Unfortunately not because like TFOX, my skills don't come naturally either. If I am to be a great archer, itwill beby advances in technology. I still can't win any snowball fights because I can't hit...
Forum: Technical
02-03-2007, 07:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,885
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: BOW GEOMETRY/DESIGN ADDRESSED

You can't even get this kind of info at the best of proshops because they don't have the time to get into the intimate details like this. Truly invaluable. I feel like I just got my car fixed free of...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-03-2007, 07:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Changing mind about the Vectrix already... need affirmation

Update:

I called around and found a Hoyt dealer that had an assortment ofabout 40'07 Hoyts in stock including both the Vectrix and the Vulcan. This surprised the heck out of me because they are...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-03-2007, 07:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Changing mind about the Vectrix already... need affirmation

I appreciate all the constructive and informative posts guys. I think anywhere else I might get my head chewed off for asking about a 6" BH hunting bow. With that in mind,allow me todig a little...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-02-2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Changing mind about the Vectrix already... need affirmation

Just wondering TFOX, have you gotten a chance to shoot both these bows yet? If so, what are your findings? The reason I ask is because a few guys in the linked discussions abovehave actually shot...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-02-2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

Changing mind about the Vectrix already... need affirmation

No worries die-hard Hoyt fans, the"new woman" is another Hoyt.

I checked out the Vectrix yesterday and was very pleasedwith it. Today I do some reading on her cousin the Vulcan and now I think...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-02-2007, 06:33 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 13,671
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Let's see your bowhunting inventions!!!

Well, not really an invention but I think it's a decent home R&D'd gizmo. Actually I take that back, R&D is much too fancy, it's more like ghettofabbed. LOL - and I say that because if you look...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-02-2007, 06:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,209
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Bowtech Guradian

I just got back from the bowshop where I shot a Guardian. To be completely honest, I didn't like it overall. My main complaint is that that 60lb bow felt like 70 plus. There seems to be a wall near...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-02-2007, 02:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 450
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

Need arrow/quiver/site/rest suggestions

Well, I've pretty much decided on the Vectrix. Thanks to everyone that provided input on my other threads leading to this. Now I need more suggestions on everything else that will complete my bow....
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 08:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,092
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: What speed will this Vectrix shoot?

What program are you using and is it available online?

Since I'm 95% sure on the Vectrix, we might know for sure in 6-8 weeks.
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 08:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,092
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: What speed will this Vectrix shoot?

The reason I'm asking for numbers at 300 and 400 gr is so I can sort of establish a mathematical pattern or guideline for how much a certain reduction in draw length robs you in speed and how much...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 08:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,092
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: What speed will this Vectrix shoot?

Alright, so is that 250/260 for 300gr or 400gr?

Or did you mean 250fps for 300gr and 260fps for 400gr?
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 08:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,092
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

What speed will this Vectrix shoot?

OK so the ibo speed rating for the Vectrix is 315 but from my understanding, that'swith a 30 inch draw at 70lbs and a 5 grain per pound arrow.

The Vectrix I'm just about to order will be 27" at...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,097
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is tuning really all it's technobabled to be?

Man, you guys are fast.

Just saw 3 more posts after posting that I've yet to read and will probably answer my immediate preceeding post.

THANKS
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 07:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,097
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is tuning really all it's technobabled to be?

If that is the case, and I'm not doubting you, then why would this come out of a shop owner? Wouldn't he be more inclined to tell me that tuning is a delicate issue and should be left to him to...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 07:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,097
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

Is tuning really all it's technobabled to be?

Well, I don't know that it is overly complicated since I'm a noodbut a talk with a pro shop owner leads me to believe that it is. He said that tuning is quite simple because all you need for the...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 06:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 555
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

What's the price of a Vectrix where you are?

Here in Milwaukee it's $749 at a local pro shop.

Just wondering for price comparisons.
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 11:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,747
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Spend my $900.00

Only that would defeat the purpose of treating myself to a new toy. ;)

EDIT: not only that, there's no way of knowing if the bow was ever abused or dropped or kicked or thrown. Know what I mean?
Forum: Bowhunting
02-01-2007, 11:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,747
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Spend my $900.00

Yes it does, you're absolutely right. However, when a guy kinda doesn't know what's what and is a first time new bow buyer, just the feel of a bow alonemight not be the best determining factor in the...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-31-2007, 08:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,747
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Spend my $900.00

Alright so all the bows mentioned so far can meet or exceed the desired requirements preset? I know I have to get out there and shoot'em but what I'm trying to do here is narrow down the selection so...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-31-2007, 07:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,747
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

Spend my $900.00

I'm expecting a few bucks from the IRS soon and will be in the market for a new bow. I have an '03 Hoyt Cybertec now but just want a new toy. (keep in mind I don't know bows, I just know I love them...
Forum: Technical
01-28-2007, 03:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

I actually did get some shooting time in and the results are inconsistent at best. To avoid hitting the nocks off, I shoot 3 arrows at 3 separate 1 inch orange dots. When my arms were still fresh,...
Forum: Technical
01-28-2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

Actually I did read that, I readall yourposts a good few times each over the course of the passed week. Most everything made sense except I just got hung up on what I quoted directly above. Though...
Forum: Technical
01-28-2007, 09:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

OK, the first quote above tells me I'm already at the top of the weight range because my 4560's are intended for use between 45 and 60 pounds. This means I only have the option of turning down the...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-23-2007, 09:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,329
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Shot in the face with a broadhead?

I think he just picked a fight with the wrong guy(buck). If it were a broadhead, he'd be pierced all the way through considering the angle of the wound. He just got stabbed with a brow tine and the...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-23-2007, 08:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 784
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Fuel line hose for climbing stand cables?

Though I'm not sure, I don't think the fuel line hosewill work well. The cable will probably slop inside the hose or the hose mightroll against the tree with the cable inside it. This could...
Forum: Technical
01-21-2007, 07:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

Truthfully, I am, but it is expected with loads of new info coming in all at once. I will re-re-re-read everything to see if I can make more sense of it. I'm sure I'll have more questions for you.
...
Forum: Technical
01-19-2007, 08:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

So this would mean that if I didn't switch to 125gr BH's, I'd really be out of the spine range right? Specifically, the arrow with a 100gr BH would be way too stiff at 60lbs?

The proshop saidmy...
Forum: Technical
01-18-2007, 05:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

That brings up this question: I'm guessing that when an arrow is rated for a certain draw weight range, i.e. 55-65 (which is what mine is)that rating is for that arrow uncut as it comes from the...
Forum: Technical
01-17-2007, 09:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

One more thing I'm concerned about:

In trying to maintain as much weight as possible, I had the shop cut the arrows a little long. As I said in an earlier post, the physical end of the arrow...
Forum: Technical
01-17-2007, 09:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

The bow says 60-70 on it. It is set to 60 lbs measured by the local proshop.

The bow says 25.5- 28" on it. I believe thatthe bow is set at 27 becauseit is what the same shop mentionedabove who...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-16-2007, 06:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,569
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Pressure.........and crazy people.

Uhhh way I see it, climbing a telephone pole is no different than climbing a dry, dead tree that'sprobably rotted at the base, or beinghollowedfrom the inside out by bugs.I think I'll pass.
Forum: Bowhunting
01-16-2007, 06:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,569
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Pressure.........and crazy people.

eeediot, doesn't he know that he should be twice that height because thehigher up you are the further out you can see deer coming?
Forum: Technical
01-16-2007, 05:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,071
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

Is going from 100 to 125 gr bad for arrow flight?

I was shooting CX maxima 250's that with a 100 gr broadheadonly weighed around 320 total. Through some reading here on the forums I found that a hunting arrow should not be less than 400 gr. Well, in...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-16-2007, 04:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,978
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Hey Buckeyebuckhtr

Thank you sir! Looking forward to it.
Forum: Bowhunting
01-15-2007, 09:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,978
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Hey Buckeyebuckhtr

Guys, please explain how you got all this from merely looking at an ariel view. I'm guessing that buckeye guessed the bedding areas right because they were just the densest parts of the forest? And...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-14-2007, 08:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,172
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Off Season Scouting

I SECOND THAT and would like to add

6. Draw - Heard the term many times but still unclear. I was watching a hunting video and a guy was 100 yards out in a fieldwatching deer come out of the...
Forum: Technical
01-13-2007, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 959
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Stingers -or- Snuffer SS?

Thanks for all your help atlas. I think I will go with the stingers since nobody is really chiming in withsupportfor the SS's and more importantly, there seems to be good overallreport/acceptancewith...
Forum: Technical
01-12-2007, 07:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,564
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: An end to tuning?

The wealth of information on this site is making me dizzy, but I'm liking it!

Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,172
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Off Season Scouting

subscribing for future reference
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 07:03 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,124
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: A deeper look into scouting whitetails.....

subscribing for future reference
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 06:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,281
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: What was your farthest kill with a bow??????

Furthestandshortest:28 yds on a 6 pointer with my Hoyt
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 06:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,781
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Setup strategies for new properties......

Good stuff guys, much needed info for us noobs...thanks.
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 06:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,661
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Do you target bucks every time afield?

I take what I can get in this early stage of my hunting career.
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 11:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,438
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Help; I need a great book on bowhunting mature whitetails!!

Well, looks like I'll be doing alot of readingthis off season.

Hey, just curious: John Trout, I've seen that name before... which makes me wonder: Is he like an industry icon, and would anyone...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-12-2007, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,245
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Come to my neck of the woods

I hear ya man. If team primos or team real tree came to my whiplashed neck of the woods they'd be lucky if they even got to shoot a 100 inch deer with their cameras. First they'd have to make it...
Forum: Technical
01-12-2007, 10:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 959
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Stingers -or- Snuffer SS?

You know, I was out brousing around last night and saw auxilliary replacement blades for the stingers. This made me wonder and confused me a bit at the same time...

Now if the entire Magnus...
Forum: Bowhunting
01-09-2007, 07:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,186
Posted By MonsterBuckDreams

RE: Is it unethical......yada yada yada

Uhhh... do INOT know that some of youDO know thatDavid's question is not serious and are just answering it as if it wereonly to humor him?

Some guys seem to be truthfully replying. :eek:
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