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new to bowhunting, clueless about arrows
« on: August 26, 2014, 01:01:06 PM »
Hey guys, so I have no idea when it comes to why buy what kind of arrows.  I have figured out they are pretty specific and that there are alloy ones like the ones I bought for $30 for 6 (gamegetters I think from wholesale sports) and then some sort of carbon fiber type arrows.  I know my arrows are about 30" long, but I have no idea what some of the other numbers are.  340 (maybe refers to how strong it is or something) and 6075 I have seen xx75 on arrows I found in the field too... explain?

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Re: new to bowhunting, clueless about arrows
« Reply #1 on: August 26, 2014, 01:18:32 PM »
You should find a local pro shop and develop a relationship with them. What kind of bow are you shooting (longbow, recurve, compound)? Here's a reference for longbow or recurve:
https://www.3riversarchery.com/pdf/ArrowCharts.pdf

Here's a reference for compound:
http://www.huntersfriend.com/carbon_arrows/hunting_arrows_spine_chart_by_deflection.htm

Having a good pro shop work with you can make all the difference in the world. They'll recognize problems with your bow, your arrows, your accessories, and your form. It'll save a whole lot of trial by error learning.
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Re: new to bowhunting, clueless about arrows
« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2014, 10:53:55 AM »
So how do I figure out how long my arrows should be? Based on draw length?  Do I need to cut them down to size or can I just shoot longer arrows than I need?

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Re: new to bowhunting, clueless about arrows
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2014, 02:34:48 PM »
When you co to the archery shop, they have a tool for measuring your draw length. They'll also be able to confirm the draw length of the bow and measure arrows based on that and the position of the rest, etc. If you have an overdraw, that makes a difference, too. Usually the arrows are cut an extra inch or so, leaving room between the back of the broadhead and the riser. It's really hard to tell you specifics without looking at your bow. That's why you should develop a relationship with a shop. I think the Nock Point is the closest to you.
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Re: new to bowhunting, clueless about arrows
« Reply #4 on: September 04, 2014, 05:14:01 AM »
Problem being , :INDING A GOOD PRO SHOP :chuckle:

 


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