Minimum draw weight for elk?

Thanks. I guess I didn't notice the date his question was posted, my bad. Well I wish him the best of luck, keep those broadheads razor sharp son whichever ones you decide on.

ElkNut1

 

With a heavy arrow you can shoot right through an Elk. At 55#. Shoot into the lungs. If you hit the shoulder bone your out of luck.

 

I think people take elk with 40lb Traditional bows.

 

In the early 70's My elk mentor shot a 45lb recurve. His longest shots were 20 yards.