Hey guys! I need some help. I purchased an Elite z-28 70# DW 28.5" DL. I haven't bought arrows in about 10 years and there are so many out there right now i don't know what to buy. I will be mostly hunting and some backyard target practice. Suggestions????
Ok, I have a couple more questions. Length- Since my draw is 28.5, wouldn't i need to cut it longer than 28? 29 or 30"?? How do i know which spine is right for me to shoot? What is the difference between a 300 and 400 spine? also, you are saying 125 grain tip, how much weight do i need to add to it?
If you haven't bought arrows in 10 years then i personally think that you should buy something middle of the line like beman or easton arrows. It's true that they have a +/-.003 straightness and not a +/- .001 like the Gold Tips, but I if your like me you won't be a great enough shot (which your going to have to be) to notice the difference between the two. I have been bow hunting for a long time and while i don't consider myself to be the best shot in the world by any means, i would put myself up against anyone when it comes to getting the drop on a deer (aka, knowing when to draw, when to take the shot, how to avoid other wandering eyes, etc...) and let me say that the middle of the line arrows (not the overly cheepo's) have done the job FOR ME every time so i don't spend the extra cash there, i spend it on other things. I also shoot a 100 grain tip I think that the 125 grain is overkill for deer but that is just preference. And this is a fairly informative web site about arrow length, http://www.huntersfriend.com/carbon_arrows/hunting_arrows_selection_guide_chapter_2.htm . I really hope this helps you, and mostly.... HAVE FUN!
It never hurts to be an inch or so longer. My advice is buy one or two of the type your are considering and test them. I am thinking 340 spine is more correct than 300 at 28.5 inch; 300 would be better at 29.5. Of course that depends on a lot of other factors. But check with a dealer or google the spine chart below. Bruce Lanthier is the onsite expert for arrow info around here in my book. http://www.huntersfriend.com/carbon_arrows/hunting_arrows_spine_chart_by_deflection.htm
IMO... Buy an arrow that shoots accurately and holds up to the abuse you are going to put it through and don't worry about the gpi. I prefer heavier arrows because heavier is quieter but its not a real factor for me hunting whitetails.
What you should know is - the heavier the arrow the more KE/penetration and the lighter the arrow the more speed, so it really depends on your preference. At your draw, I'd go for a .340 spine and probably 9.3gpi. If you get a spine too stiff or too weak, then the arrow won't tune properly without adjustments in draw weight or broadhead weight. .340 is pretty perfect for your length and weight. They say the minimum arrow weight is 5 times your draw weight, which is basically 5 grains for every 1 pound of draw weight. If your draw weight is 70lbs, go with an arrow between 350 grains and 450 grains, depending on your preference between speed/KE.
