arrows

[rocky]

What factors determine the type of arrow one should use with a particular bow? What determines the weight the arrow needs to be and what determines the size and weight of the broadhead that should be used? I see it all the time that certain arrows and broadhead weights are suggested for certain bows. Is there a rule of thumb or some other type of guideline that determines this?

[scotty18]

Rocky, what kind of bow are you shooting, or are you looking to buy one? Basically there are as many options in arrows and broadheads as there are opinions. I shoot a recurve bow. It's 55lbs at 27". I build my own arrows. My arrows weigh approximatly 550 grains. I shoot a 125gr. 2 bladed solid broadhead. Now for aluminum arrows I think Easton still makes a chart to give a starting point on the different lenghths and weights.
There are a lot of bow shooters on this site that can help. I think you can ask any question on archery here and get some real good answers.

Thanks, Scotty

[Bogsucker]

Very interesting and complex question, I would say arrow/point selection depends on a desired result. Variables: desired result, arrow weight, arrow spine(effectively changes with length), arrow length, point weight, draw weight, and bow design (round wheel, cam, solo cam, recurve(variable limb designs also), long bow(variable limb designs also)). Change any one of the variables and you can most likeley change any one of the others and produce the desired result. Very complicated though can be very simple. Also somewhat confusing.

I plan on shooting a 2018 (fairly heavy in grains per inch) (possibly a 2216 though would not change the total arrow weight by much) tipped with a Zwickey 110 (125?) grain 2(4?) blade broadhead with an insert and adapter providing in effect a 160-175 grain point out of my 54#@28" recurve. I have chosen this set-up, as it provides approximately 10 grains arrrow weight per pound of draw weight, which I feel will provide the necessary penetration that my hunting requires and will utilize my bows performance(efficiency) while being light enough to provide a reasonably flat trajectory within my hunting range(which I shall not divulge!)

[rocky]

scotty
I am looking to buy a new bow and the one I buy I plan on having for many years.I am not afraid to spend up to $600-$800 to get set up. With that being said I just want to have the proper arrows for the bow I buy. An archery shop I am sure will point me in the right direction but before I go in I was hoping to be armed with some knowledge. I hear alot of recomendations on certain arrows and broadhead weights but nobody seems to know how they got to that point
other than it just works good

[delmuts]

rocky. what you are asking is almost a book. first you have to decide what bow to buy. for this i would say look around at different brands and models in your price range. plus you will need a rest, sights ,a stabilizer, a glove or a mechanical release. for best accuracy and consistancy,, i would recomend going with a release. i don't use one as of yet, but i have been shooting with fingers for 30+ years. if you plan to hunt i would think a release with a strap around you wrist, would be a little better. broad heads;if you want fast arrow flight, then you will want to go with some thing lighter.( say 75g to 100g) i would also rec. using a three blade. you can get field pts. to match the weight of your heads. as for arrows. most folks are going to carbon. the cabelas stalker brand comes in two sizes . the others come in several sizes. what you will need will depend mostly on the poundage you shoot and your draw length. yes the charts for alumn do call for a breadown as to wether it is a round wheel ,cam, or eccentric type wheel( carbons are a little easier to spine or match than alumn. not quite as many choices) the weight of an arrow depends on the size and length. as a rule of thumb, i would recomend staying around 6 gr per lb of draw.( exam. 60lb draw= 360 g arrow) this includes the shaft,pt. and insert.i have found that the carbons are more forgiving than alumn. ( exam. if the carbon is a little to stiff a spine many times it will still fly well. you deffenitely(?) want to buy from a good dealer in your area and have hime set it up for you.go to shoots or leagues and talk to people. they are you best sorce of information. hope this helps a little . del

[BLACKJACK]

rocky, the other guys have given good info, thought a little technical If you're going to a good archery shop, they'll recommend a good arrow, trust them. If you're just starting out, I'd recommend carbons, they'll last longer when you bounce them off your archery butt The only exception is if you're going after elk anytime soon, the heavier aluminums will give you a better chance at a passthru.

Also, go out to easton dot com, under downloads they have some good info.

[scotty18]

Rocky, I would agree with the other guys, find a archery pro shop and start there. That's how I started many years ago. I would also post here any questions you have. There are a lot of knowlegable people here. If they get to technical, just ask for clarification. If you are interested in traditional archery(recurves and longbows) Pro shops are harder to find. I can help you get started if you would be interested in a recurve. Also a fun thing to do if your just getting started is find a league to shoot in. This is where finding a pro shop close by is nice. What ever you decide to do the biggest thing is have fun!

Scotty