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Arrow decision

Postby Moose Man » 07 19, 2013 •  [Post 1]

Hey everyone, thought I'd get some feedback on a setup decision that I'm facing. In short, is my arrow weight to light? Personally I'd love to bump it up 30-40g to get better momentum. On the downside, that would mean buying new arrows as the 350 spine couldn't handle it. Another downside would be to re-tune the setup (something I'm far from excellent at). The below setup shoots field/broad heads nock to nock. Should I go with what I have or invest in new ones? Obviously shot placement is key and I'm confident in my shooting but there is a nagging thought that I'd benefit from more momentum..

MM

Draw Weight: 62 (bow maxed out)
Draw length: 29.5
Speed: 290
Arrow weight: 413g (VAP 350, 33g insert, 125g BH, blazers)
Arrow length: 28.5
FOC: 16%
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Re: Arrow decision

Postby buglmin » 07 19, 2013 •  [Post 2]

Im shooting almost exact same set up, but Im shooting a 64# compound with .400 spine BEA Rampage, 28" draw length, 29" arrow length, (including the outsert, 100 grain tip, total arrow weight of 418 grains at 303 fps. Im not worrying at all about arrow weight, know I'll do just great on elk, bear, mule deer and antelope. Even 125 grain Steel Force Phat Heads fly great out of my set up. With these ultra skinny arrows, penetration wont be an issue at all!! You'll be fine, dont worry and dont change a thing!!
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Re: Arrow decision

Postby ElkNut1 » 07 19, 2013 •  [Post 3]

I agree, your present setup will do just fine, no need to change!

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Re: Arrow decision

Postby Moose Man » 07 19, 2013 •  [Post 4]

Thanks guys! One less thing to think of.. And Paul, thanks for lightning fast shipping of the calls and Swede's book!
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Re: Arrow decision

Postby ElkNut1 » 07 20, 2013 •  [Post 5]

Erik, you are more than welcome, thanks!

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Re: Arrow decision

Postby buglmin » 07 20, 2013 •  [Post 6]

Paul, have you shot these ultra skinyy shafts? I was turned off from them with the outserts, but after shooting the VAP's and now the BEA Rampage and Deep Impact, Im very impressed with them now...a good shaft, tough, that really penetrates. Like I stated, Im shooting the lil Phat Heads and Wac'em broadheads, with awesome arrow light.
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