So now that I've ordered a second bow, my plan is to set up my currant bow for shooting 3D and indoor 5 spot. I'll still be using the bow as a back-up hunting bow so I'm not going to go crazy with it. I'm looking at ordering a stabilizer under 12" (so I can shoot in the "bow hunter" class). I have several options on how the stabilizer can be weighted. Just for example, I can get a 10" stab that weighs 6oz or I can get a 10" stab that weighs 3oz and add 3oz of weight to the tip. So what I'm asking is, in the world of stabilizers would it be better to have more weight as far away from the riser as possible, or have the same amount of weight evenly distributed over the length of the stabilizer.... or does it even matter?
I prefer the weight on the front end of the stabilizer. For me it is the most stable platform. Just be careful if adding weight not to extend past the 12" mark. I really like the fuse carbon but they are expensive.I really like this one.
It has a lot do do with personal preference, and being under 12" your not going to see huge differences. BUT I would recommend getting the weight as far away from the riser as possible. This will give the stabilizer the feel of one that is longer and work better. BUT as I said it is 90% personal preference. Hope that helps.
I think weight distribution has a lot to do with personal preference. That's not a clear cut answer but you might want to try out a few different stabilizers and see what you're most comfortable with. If you're still shopping around you might want to visit an archery supplies retailer and experiment with what they got.
The best answer that can be given is this, get the bow, and see what the balance points of the bow are. What too many archers do as a mistake is get a stabilizer and throw it on the bow not realizing what they need it to do. You need to determine if you like the bow to drop forward quickly at the shot, slightly tip forward at the shot, or stay still and hold steady in your hand at the shot. Then once this is decided, you can start looking at stabilizers and which combo, weight forward, weight rear, or light weight suit your needs the best. Hope this helps.
this is all trial an error on weight distribution what works for me may not work for you. i would sugest going to a local shop or even a local 3d shoot an talking with people an see how there setups feel to you an go from there
