Question about arrow weight
09-01-2009, 04:39 AM
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Typical Buck
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Question about arrow weight
Ok, I have a question regarding arrow weight. I’ve used the search engine and I couldn’t find what I was looking for, maybe I overlooked it or something. But I’ve considered going up to a heavier broadhead for this hunting season. I currently shoot 90gr expandable broadheads with a 400 gr Easton Epic Arrow at 29” long, 2” quick spins, and my bow is set at 70#. I’m considering jumping up to a 125 gr cut on contact broadhead. I thought there was a table that would help determine the optimal weight for an arrow based on the poundage a persons bow was. Am I wrong in thinking there is one?? I really don’t want to waste my time jumping up in weight if its going to effect my arrow flight. Can someone direct me to the any table or reference guide or let me know if Im wasting my time? Thanks in advance.
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09-01-2009, 05:11 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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Acher's Advantage
Shoot me a PM (as a reminder) and I'll put your stuff in Archer's Advantage tonight. It's not the answer to everything but it should organize the weight info/foc/spine nicely.
Kevin
Kevin
09-01-2009, 08:34 AM
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Spike
Join Date: Jul 2009
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Get some 125gr field tips and try. Only cost a buck or two at the most to try it for yourself.
IMO you should be fine. That bow was a very forgiving model and not overly harsh so you should do just fine. I shot one just like it back in the day with lighter shafts and no issues. I made 14 shots, 14 kills with it. Never missed a shot. I liked that bow...once I took a belt sander to the grip.
IMO you should be fine. That bow was a very forgiving model and not overly harsh so you should do just fine. I shot one just like it back in the day with lighter shafts and no issues. I made 14 shots, 14 kills with it. Never missed a shot. I liked that bow...once I took a belt sander to the grip.
09-01-2009, 10:16 AM
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Typical Buck
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Get some 125gr field tips and try. Only cost a buck or two at the most to try it for yourself.
IMO you should be fine. That bow was a very forgiving model and not overly harsh so you should do just fine. I shot one just like it back in the day with lighter shafts and no issues. I made 14 shots, 14 kills with it. Never missed a shot. I liked that bow...once I took a belt sander to the grip.
IMO you should be fine. That bow was a very forgiving model and not overly harsh so you should do just fine. I shot one just like it back in the day with lighter shafts and no issues. I made 14 shots, 14 kills with it. Never missed a shot. I liked that bow...once I took a belt sander to the grip.
09-03-2009, 04:18 AM
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Typical Buck
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Well I shot last nite with the 125 gr FP's on and all seemed well. I was surprised that I didnt have to adjust my pins at all. Even at 30yds, I have what I feel is a better arrow flight from that distance than before.
