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never bow fished, i have a mathews bow.

Discussion in 'Bowfishing' started by z7x, Sep 25, 2011.

  1. z7x

    z7x Newb

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    Wondering if anyone has bowfished with a Mathews Z7 Extreme. If so what did you put on it to change it over for fishing? Thanks for any help!
     
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    carpsniper Weekend Warrior

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    Turn the draw weight down as far as possible, or to about 28-35 lbs. Add a reel and a rest that will hold up to the weight of a bowfishing arrow. (I like the quick draw or the Muzzy fish hook)
    I will suggest an AMS retreiver pro reel. Make SURE you use safety slides on all your fishing arrows.
     
  3. z7x

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    Ok so i would need a new bow, mine only turns down to 60. Any recommendations?
    If its not too much to ask what all is on your setup? So i can i have an idea of what to look for.
     
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    PCOutfitters Weekend Warrior

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    bowfishing rigs usually take a lot of abuse. i got a new bow this past season and would never use it for bowfishing. i actually went out and bought a $30 bear bow. i think it was made in the industrial revolution, but it works and i don't feel bad about beating it like a rented mule.
     

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