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Bolts
Aug 20, 2005 22:18:39 GMT -5
Post by bigugly on Aug 20, 2005 22:18:39 GMT -5
I have allways used 2216 aluminum bolts with 100 grain heads with my xbow(175# exocet) I am very happy with this set up but I've heard alot about the new carbon bolts. Is it worth my while to switch? Just so you know I'm not a speed freak more an accuracy freak. Also would it be recomended to use heavier broad heads or bolts when going for moose. I feel comfortable with what I have because they are so accurate. But could be talked into carbon if enough people say it's worth it. About $50 dollars for 6 in Ontario.
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Bolts
Aug 21, 2005 5:06:28 GMT -5
Post by Woody Williams on Aug 21, 2005 5:06:28 GMT -5
I have allways used 2216 aluminum bolts with 100 grain heads with my xbow(175# exocet) I am very happy with this set up but I've heard alot about the new carbon bolts. Is it worth my while to switch? Just so you know I'm not a speed freak more an accuracy freak. Also would it be recomended to use heavier broad heads or bolts when going for moose. I feel comfortable with what I have because they are so accurate. But could be talked into carbon if enough people say it's worth it. About $50 dollars for 6 in Ontario. I switched over to carbons a couple of seasons ago. I wont switch back. They are a little faster, but a WHOLE LOT tougher. |
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wabi
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Bolts
Aug 21, 2005 16:01:09 GMT -5
Post by wabi on Aug 21, 2005 16:01:09 GMT -5
I switched to carbons and wouldn't use anything else now - even for my longbow! I've got some carbons for trad bows that cost around $16. per arrow, yep, per arrow! They're tapered shafts and one will outlast a dozen cedar shafts. Same for the crossbow. You might loose one, but breaking one requires real abuse. I've made shots that would have made an aluminum shaft look more like a pretzel than an arrow, and the carbons bounce around and come out straight. I have managed to break one shooting in over a year of using carbons. I have lost a couple, but I found one of those a few months later, and other than a rusty point it was still in good condition.
I have also put a minor bend in aluminums that wasn't noticable, but ruined accuracy. Not so with carbons! They are either straight or broken! I have heard of carbons being damaged, then more or less "exploding" when shot, but I have never seen it happen. I do make it a habit to check the arrow for damage if I make an abusive shot, but have not had one with any hidden damage yet. The one that did break, broke cleanly right behind the point insert, and I did save the remaining shaft (about 17" long) to make an "unloading" arrow I can shoot into the ground to unload my Exocet.
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Bolts
Aug 21, 2005 19:09:35 GMT -5
Post by Doug/Va on Aug 21, 2005 19:09:35 GMT -5
I don't know about the 17 inch bolt you mentioned. I think all crossbow manufacturers have a minimum weight limit. Horton says not to shoot any bolt/point combination that weighs less than 415 grains. To do so will void the warranty. A 20 inch 2216 bolt with a 100 grain head is almost at the 415 grain limit at least this is what my scales say.
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Bolts
Aug 21, 2005 20:53:07 GMT -5
Post by bigugly on Aug 21, 2005 20:53:07 GMT -5
Thanks alot guys. In two weeks I plan on buying my father a xbow. He always admires mine just to frugal to gout and get one. While I'm at it I may pick up some carbons for myself. Do you think I should use a heavier broadhead than the 100 grains I use now.
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Bolts
Aug 21, 2005 21:21:42 GMT -5
Post by Woody Williams on Aug 21, 2005 21:21:42 GMT -5
Thanks alot guys. In two weeks I plan on buying my father a xbow. He always admires mine just to frugal to gout and get one. While I'm at it I may pick up some carbons for myself. Do you think I should use a heavier broadhead than the 100 grains I use now. I shoot 100 grain broadheads with my carbons and they fly very well. Both Wasp SST Hammers and Jack hammers. |
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Bolts
Aug 24, 2005 11:18:23 GMT -5
Post by John on Aug 24, 2005 11:18:23 GMT -5
I only use Carbons as well. I try to use Heavier bolts like Xpress or beef up the weight on Gold tip 11's. I like 400 gr. bolts with a 100gr head inclusive. Dont like Aluminium bolts, not as 'abuse' proof.
John
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Bolts
Aug 24, 2005 18:07:17 GMT -5
Post by jdmiller on Aug 24, 2005 18:07:17 GMT -5
I vote for carbons also . I switched to carbons about three years ago with my vertical bow .... they are tough. It was nice to know if you snagged your quiver nothing was bent . However we all should check/test them pretty regular . I have heard of them shattering on release but in most / all cases they were already damaged before the shot .
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Bolts
Aug 25, 2005 1:08:04 GMT -5
Post by Tye on Aug 25, 2005 1:08:04 GMT -5
Hmm... my 2219's seem to be doing the job...
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