What kind of speed?

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10-28-2005, 10:31 AM

BROX

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What kind of speed?

The pro shop i go to doesn't have a chronograph and i was wondering what kind of speed i was getting?heres my set-up AR31with vaportrail vtx string 29" draw at 65lbs 26.75" pse carbon force extreme328.5 grain arrow any ideas!

10-28-2005, 11:17 AM

Kanga

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RE: What kind of speed?

More info is needed such as string load

10-28-2005, 11:39 AM

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RE: What kind of speed?

There is nothing on my string but 4" ofcenter severing,string loop and a nite hawk peep sight!It also has 70lbslimbs!

10-29-2005, 02:54 AM

JoshKeller

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RE: What kind of speed?

I'd estimate around 290 fps. But your arrows are dangerously close to being toolight.

10-31-2005, 07:47 AM

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RE: What kind of speed?

Yeah!I'm just barely shooting 5 grains per pound but i've had no trouble with tuneing.

11-01-2005, 11:12 PM

JoshKeller

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RE: What kind of speed?

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Yeah!I'm just barely shooting 5 grains per pound but i've had no trouble with tuneing.

Tuning wouldnt really be effected. I'd be more worried about the vibration and shock from shooting such arrows. Make sure your screws are tight after each shooting session and check your limbs.