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Side stabilizers

Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by mikerock85, Feb 15, 2015.

  1. mikerock85

    mikerock85 Weekend Warrior

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    How many of you guys use side stabilizer not really for hunting but... just for shooting? Do u notice a real difference/better accuracy?
     
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    Great thread topic mikerock. I haven't used one but I'd like to give one try. I use a 8" B-Stinger Sport Hunter Xtreme on my Mathews NO Cam HTR and after I get this thing dialed-in I'll take another look at that option. It seems from what I've read that people who use one won't shoot without it. Is that your primary bow in your avatar? Looks pretty deadly.
     
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    Thats my new primary just tuned it and put it together and im in love with it...
     
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    I use one. Don't know why you would use one for shooting but not hunting? I practice with what I plan on hunting with. And once you get used to it it feels weird to shoot w/o it. I think you should try it and you will see a noticeable difference. I see no reason not to use it in stand.


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    Here's my set up.[​IMG][​IMG][​IMG][​IMG][​IMG]


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    Nice setup so u notice better balance?
     
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    Way better. No comparison. Cuts down on float dramatically. Currently running a 15 and 8 inch with 2oz out front and 4 in the back.


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    That's good to know I've been thinking about trying it and seeing how I shoot I just got to get the right ounces
     
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    Yeah it takes a good amount of playing around. Easiest way to get a good starting point is multiply the length of the front bar by the weight out front then divide by the length of the back bar. That should get you pretty close.


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    I use an 8 inch stokerized on the front with a 5 oz. weight and a 8 inch stokerized 4 oz. weight off the bottom hole in my riser on my Elite E35. I use a Dead Center adjustable mount with a quick disconnect for the back bar. I have been using this setup for my indoor league and the back/side bar will improve your accuracy. First it adds weight to your bow and second it balances your bow. I have my back bar adjusted about 3 inches from my string and this keeps my bow level at full draw. A heavy balanced bow will stay on target with less pin float, kind a like trying to push a sumo wrestler around. Is a side bar needed for hunting, thats up to the individual whether a little better accuracy is worth carrying the extra weight.
     
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    Well were talking ounces not like pounds but I see what u are saying
     

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