Choosing the best arrow.

[throttlejocky20]

I agree that if you want to go with a lighter arrow for 3-d's it makes sense. I just dont want to practice all year with a different set up then i hunt with. 

[Jellymon]

Also keep in mind the KE of a light arrow and heavy arrow might look close to the same on paper, but once the arrow is downrange the light arrow will lose energy very quickly while the heavier one will keep on truckin. Plus the arrow drop between 280fps and 300fps at 40yds is only about 1"-1 1/2". With the amount of energy you have I dont think you will gain anything, not a big enough trajectory change to be losing KE. Plus your bow will be quieter with the heavier arrow. Be wise and make the right decision.

[WAbowhntr]

I agree that if you want to go with a lighter arrow for 3-d's it makes sense. I just dont want to practice all year with a different set up then i hunt with. 

 

[Yankee]

Interesting discussion, I am looking at new arrows myself.   I was looking at switching from Beman ICS Hunter 350 (9.3 GPI) to the Carbon Express Maxima Bluestreak (8.3 GPI).

[JamesK.]

I'm gonna stick with what I've got. Thanks guys

[RadSav]

Interesting discussion, I am looking at new arrows myself.   I was looking at switching from Beman ICS Hunter 350 (9.3 GPI) to the Carbon Express Maxima Bluestreak (8.3 GPI).

You should be happy with that upgrade.  As long as you can remain legal in doing so.  I can not always use that shaft in Washington state.  But I do use it nearly everywhere else I hunt these days.  Great arrow

[WAbowhntr]

I'm gonna stick with what I've got. Thanks guys

 

[mtbiker]

Interesting discussion, I am looking at new arrows myself.   I was looking at switching from Beman ICS Hunter 350 (9.3 GPI) to the Carbon Express Maxima Bluestreak (8.3 GPI).

The Blue Streaks (and former Maxima version) arrows have been my mainstay for the past couple of years.  I've dabbled with Gold Tip XT Hunters and Velocity arrows, as well.  Also, good arrows.  I know a number of people that have been switching to Victory VAP's with good things to say.  I'm temped to give them a go, but my CE's are doing the job well, so why change?

[D-Rock425]

I've always hunt with goldtip xt's.  Target shooting I think I've shot more kinds than I can remember.

[Giggles]

Speed (for hunting is over rated).  280 is fast enough.

[et1702]

I recently bought a Hoyt Carbon Matrix. Absolutely love it. I'm shooting Easton Arrows now, 300 spine 10.0 gpi. They are weighing right at 448 grains and flying at 280 fps. I'm pondering the idea of stepping down to a little lighter arrow to gain fps but not sure of it is worth giving up the kinetic part of the equation. Any thoughts or opinions?

Don't do it.  I shoot 300 spine shaft, 150gr BH w/total weight of 525gr at approx 280fps too. Plenty fast enough, and complete pass thru even if you hit bone!

ET

[throttlejocky20]

I recently bought a Hoyt Carbon Matrix. Absolutely love it. I'm shooting Easton Arrows now, 300 spine 10.0 gpi. They are weighing right at 448 grains and flying at 280 fps. I'm pondering the idea of stepping down to a little lighter arrow to gain fps but not sure of it is worth giving up the kinetic part of the equation. Any thoughts or opinions?

Don't do it.  I shoot 300 spine shaft, 150gr BH w/total weight of 525gr at approx 280fps too. Plenty fast enough, and complete pass thru even if you hit bone!
525 gr at 280fps Thats impressive! are you shooting 80 lbs or what?

ET

[SGTDuffman]

Ha. I won't be any help if you plan to go lighter. I shoot 620 grains out of a 60#.

[et1702]

I recently bought a Hoyt Carbon Matrix. Absolutely love it. I'm shooting Easton Arrows now, 300 spine 10.0 gpi. They are weighing right at 448 grains and flying at 280 fps. I'm pondering the idea of stepping down to a little lighter arrow to gain fps but not sure of it is worth giving up the kinetic part of the equation. Any thoughts or opinions?

Don't do it.  I shoot 300 spine shaft, 150gr BH w/total weight of 525gr at approx 280fps too. Plenty fast enough, and complete pass thru even if you hit bone!
525 gr at 280fps Thats impressive! are you shooting 80 lbs or what?

ET

No, approx 74lbs.  But, I have 31.5" draw length, which helps a lot w/speed.

ET

[sakoshooter]

All things considered, you're on the lower end of those 300's spine wise and would be on the upper end of 340's. I shoot 28" 340 Easton Axis out of my Z7 at 71/72lbs with a 28.5" draw and they fly great with either field pts or broadheads. 300's also shoot very well but slightly slower. Your call. Try some 340's and see. I've also shot Beman ICS Hunters in 340 with no complaints. Just like the Axis better.