I've always shot my bow without a stabilizer but right now I'm considering getting one. The only problem is I'm not sure what to get. What kind should I get and how much should the stabilizer weigh?
Kinda depends on the bow as well. you want the bow to slightly fall forward after the shot but be nice and balanced when at full draw. The longer the stabilizer the more it will slow your pin down when shooting. For hunting most guys will use a stab that is anywhere from 4" to 10" or maybe 12". I'm using a 6" Bee stinger with a cobra knuckle so I can turn it upwards to store in my case. Bee stinger is probably one of the most well known stabilizer companies as they make ones for hunting and target shooters as well. I would see if you have a shop close by and see if they will let you try out a couple. Try all different lengths and you will definitely get a better idea on what you like.
To be honest I took my 6" off! I shoot a Mathews Heli-m and to my ear there is no noise difference. It reduced my weight by a bit so the Bow is easier to carry, gets caught on fewer things and feels easy in the hand. I haven't noticed a large difference in my accuracy. Might need to go back and compare again
I took mine off for a while(used a short sab. saw no benefit) Now i use a 12" Bee stinger and a 8" back bar. I love it and wouldnt go back. once you get the weight set right. you never have to look at your level, and it holds steady as can be.
Exactly Bryan, A ton of people think that a stab is suppose to be for noise only. Its suppose to stabilize the bow and slow the ocilations of your pin down. The longer the stabilizer then the slower it will move. Which is why target shooters use long ones. I like the 6" because with my cobra knuckle it just fits in the case for hunting. I had an 8" bee stinger and liked it but didnt feel like having to remove it after hunting.
Sounds stupid, but when I buy a new bow, I try out different stabilizers. I'll try to get sense of what feels most natural, and most shooters that can hit consistently will understand what I'm saying: stabilizers are a legitimate concern if you are looking for significantly consistent accuracy. My local bow shop owner always let me try out different stabilizers when I hop in for a new tune-up, cause you just never know whats new and the best for you. Stabilizers ARE important in my opinion... give some a try before swiping that card!
Yea. that is the pain about the 12" and the 8" back bar. i have a quick disconnect on both so it can fit my bow in my case quickly.
I'm using a 10" bee stinger sport hunter, and so far I really like it. I am going to have to buy some extra weight to try though Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk
That doesnt give you problems when walking through the brush? I had an 8" b stinger and went to 6" for less snag. Although the 8" felt steadier
If someone hasn't said this already, I didn't read all the responses, go to your local bow shop and take your bow. They should let you try several different stabilizers until you feel comfortable with one. I did this and went through about 6 before I felt good with the one I have.
where i hunt/live is mostly pine forest. there isnt a lot of low brush that i cant navigate around. also I only hunt spot and stalk. so I am blessed with being able to utilize any bow accessories i want without it hindering me. I shoot a 36" ata and use a hip quiver.
Gotcha. That works well then. I was tracking a coyote i shot last weekend and had to leave backpack , jacket, and bow behind it was so thick. Just weasled in with a knife.
dang! what a pain.... there are spots like that out here to. but they are just few and far between. I try to plan my hunts to avoid thick brush areas. the only downside for my terrain is. it is always very steep! and if you dont live on the mountain. the elevation whips the piss out of you. ask my friends. hahaha.
I have a diffrent setup that. I use a back bar so I have a bit more options, but my bow is quite a bit heavier than most. I set up my bow with a 12" front bar, and 8" back bar. Loaded with weights. I draw the bow and hold on the target. If I tend to dip below the target When it floats. I pull weight off the front. If I tend to float above the target I pull weight off the back bar. Try again. Once I have that. I adjust the side swing and weight of the back bar. Once I come to full draw and the bow is consistently level every time. Then I go back and check my pin drop or rise, and readjust that. Then double check my natural level. Once you do that. Every time you draw your bow. You are right on target. No messing with checking the level. And no excessive pin drop or rise. This will translate to less chance of any kind of hand tourqe. Note: when you do this it does take some time getting used to that added weight and shots might be a bit sloppy for the first few days. But once you get used to it. You will be amazed at your groupings. Sense hearing about this setup from Levi Morgan and dialing it in. I now often am breaking knocks at 40yards. Ps. This is one of the two reasons I haven't been on much in a couple months. Between the new setup, hunting season, and when not doing that going out collecting fallen trees for firewood for winter. Haha
