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Post by barogers2 on Mar 15, 2013 11:18:10 GMT -5
Alright so I just purchased a Hoyt Charger that's 60-70# and a dl of 28.5 in. Normally I just go to a shop and have someone help me with getting arrows but this time I think I want to do a little research and find out what arrows others are currently using. I am planning on hunting at around 65# so I am wondering how much should I have my arrow weight? My woods is pretty thick so I won't be shooting super long distances. 50 yards would honestly be pushing it. I am guessing all shots will be under 30 yards. So my question is how much do your arrows weight? What does the difference in weights do? What would you recommend? Any input would be great! Thanks  |
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Post by dbd870 on Mar 15, 2013 12:22:20 GMT -5
I'm drawing 58# and using a 376gr arrow which works out to be ~6.5gr per lb. This is about as light as I want to go. A little heavier arrow tends to have an edge in penetration. Now if it really is possible and you are good enough to take a shot approaching 50yds. then a little more speed would be handy but 6gr/lb of draw weight is about as low as I would go.
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Post by barogers2 on Mar 15, 2013 12:56:59 GMT -5
Yea 50 yard shots aren't very likely which is why I was wondering about possibly heavier arrows I just have never really looked into arrow weight before and wasn't sure how much I should be aiming for
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Post by HuntMeister on Mar 15, 2013 17:43:21 GMT -5
I'm no expert but everything I read indicates 6 grains per pound of draw weight as a minimum for Whitetail Deer sized game. That is your arrow and broadhead weights combined.
Most of the arrow mfg sites will have an arrow selection chart.
Like dbd stated, a heavier arrow will provide better pass through chances and help in the event of a poor shot placement. A heavy arrow will also help quiet your bow down.
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Post by oneshot on Mar 16, 2013 6:47:53 GMT -5
I'm shooting GT 55/75 Pro Hunters out of my 55 # bow.
376gpi @ 28" long w/100gr head.
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