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How do i know what length Stabilizer to get?

Discussion in 'Tech Talk' started by Lt.smoke, Aug 23, 2013.

  1. Lt.smoke

    Lt.smoke Weekend Warrior

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    I am looking at the Trophy Ridge static series stabilizers... I would like to pick one up for my bow... How do i know what length to get? Does it matter or does it come down to personal preference as to what length to buy??
     
  2. Remy003

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    I would prefer a longer one because it helps steady the bow when aiming and during the shot.
     
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    maxpetros Grizzled Veteran

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    Personally I would go longer. But try them out and see which you like more


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  4. DCthebowhunter

    DCthebowhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    You should probably go with a 6-8 in one. Anything longer would be pretty cumbersome in a stand or blind I think.

    And anything shorter is a decoration. :evilgrin:
     
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    maxpetros Grizzled Veteran

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    I have an eight inch and it is nowhere near cumbersome in the stand.


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    maxpetros Grizzled Veteran

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    And as long as all the weight is at the front it and your Bow already has a natural forward balance a shorter one would still help


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  7. DCthebowhunter

    DCthebowhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Do you have to disagree with everything I say?

    I'm just offering my opinion. That's what I think about the topic.
     
  8. Lt.smoke

    Lt.smoke Weekend Warrior

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    Well after consulting with my uncle, a few friends and doing a bit of research I chose to purchase a Trophy Ridge static 9" stabilizer so here's to waiting for its arrival and using it :)
     
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    DCthebowhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Good luck! Lets see some pics when you can.
     
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    jfergus7 Legendary Woodsman

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    No answer to yoir question. All you can do is try a few and see which one you like best.

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    Just Passin thru Grizzled Veteran

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    Good choice! I think they look sweet.
     
  12. Lt.smoke

    Lt.smoke Weekend Warrior

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    I thought so too... I wanted to run a camo one but really couldnt justify $15 extra just for a color so I got black :)
     
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    I personally think hunting stabilizers don't help much if any! Most modern bows really don't even need them. There are a number of fellas around here that don't even use one and they shoot better then I do!
     
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    jvanhees Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I have noticed I shoot a tad better with a 8-10" stab, vs anything under 6". I think you will be happy with that purchase.
     
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    Sorry wasn't trying to disagree just wanted to let the op know that he could use a slightly shorter stabilizer without much consequence if he didn't want something as long


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    tynimiller Legendary Woodsman

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    AMEN, I can concur for myself.
     
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    That's what she said. I'm sorry, I can't help myself with a softball like that. :nana:
     
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    Okay. I just see a long stabilizer getting in the way. Some of my stands are a pretty tight fit.
     
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    Do most of your stands have the bar in front?most of my stands don't thats probably why


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  20. DCthebowhunter

    DCthebowhunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I have one with a bar. And a couple other that are in tree forks.
     

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