by Jackson | Dec 7, 2013 | Reviews
The best broadheads are used for hunting. A fixed broad head is one that does not have any moving parts. These are the most common and simplest to use. Some broadheads will be one piece and others can have changeable blades. These things are super sharp and you always need to handle them with care. So let’s get on with it shall we. I’ll cover mechanical broadheads in another article as they are very different and deserve their own space.
The links below are to Amazon. They are affiliate links, but will not cost you anything. I truly appreciate you reading these tips and I wish you the best in your archery experience. There is normally several different grains to choose from so I have just linked to one and you can choose the grain you prefer from there. I shoot 125 grains, but that argument is for another day.
Points on all broadheads
- All broadheads will be damaged if you shoot a rock, tree, and lots of other things. These are designed to go through an animal, not hit very solid objects. These can be damaged if they hit a rock after passing through an animal, so keep that in mind.
- Most if not all broadheads can be re sharpened.
- Many people say broadheads fly different than target points. So far, I’ve been lucky enough to only see very minor differences, but yes it can and does happen.
- No type of broadhead will ever make up for good shot placement. Accuracy is still the most important.
- I recommend shooting field points of the same grain as your broadheads to help lower shooting differences.
The 5 best broadheads
G 5 Outdoors Montec (3-Pack)
– The beauty is a one single piece broadhead. You’ve got a 1-1/16″ cutting diameter on this all steel head. re sharpen able for extended use. Everyone says they fly just like their field points. The only downside is that if part of it gets messed up, then the entire head is not usable. Priced around $28-33 for a pack of 3.
Muzzy MX-3 Broadheads
– Removable 3 blade design with their sharp trocar tip make these very good quality and you can change out damaged parts for more life. They have a 1-1/4″cutting diameter. These very high quality and fly very well. They haven’t been making these for years without any reason. Priced $15-22 for a pack of 3.
Grizzly Three Blade Broadheads
– These are classic and good value. With a 1-3/16″ cutting diameter, these broadheads are one of the best value choices for those on a budget. They have removable blades that also let you line them up with the fletchings if you want. I’ve not noticed a difference in performance, but many people like them lined up. Priced $6-10 for a pack of 3.
Slick Trick Broadhead
– These are very short broadheads but pack it big with a 2″ cutting diameter. These are the ones that started the trend for the entire industry. They fly really well and pack a punch into all animals. Priced $26-30 for a pack of 3.
Muzzy 225 Broadheads
These are an excellent broadhead by Muzzy who has an outstanding reputation. These come with an extra set of practice blades that you can attach so you don’t have to sacrifice one of the real blades. Priced $29-50 for a pack of 6.
These are the best broadheads, fixed at leat, that I know of. Be sure to choose which grain you’d like to shoot. I found the easiest thing is to buy different field points in different grains to see which one worked the best with my bow setup.
To your success and accuracy in archery (and hunting in this case).
by Jackson | Nov 25, 2013 | Reviews
The 5 best bow string silencers are all very good. I’ve put a few together that you’ll notice will work for a few different situations. The two main types of string silencers are going to be natural and synthetic. Both will normally work for a compound bow and a traditional bow. So lets dispense with the pleasantries and get on with it.
Mountain Man Beaver Balls
– Funny name, serious silence. These come in a pair so if you buy one pack, then you get two. These are natural so you might need to replace them as they wear out (all bow silencers do that by the way). Priced at $5-7. If you need help putting them on the bow, here’s a youtube video on
attaching a string silencer. It really starts at the $1.00 mark.
Bowrattler Standard String Silencer Black
– This silencer screws into your stabilize mounting hole in the riser. This means you have to check your bow and see if it has this mount on it. The only two downsides are that this only works if you’re mounting hole is lined up properly and you might also have to trim the sides if you have other strings too close. Priced at $20-25
Rubber Whisker Bow Silencers
– For a long name and a very low price you get one of the best value string silencers out there. These are very simple and come in a little sheet where you separate the strings. It very easy to install these and they always do the trick for me. I like them because you don’t get burrs stuck in them like you do some of the fuzzy silencers. Priced at $1-3
Ultra Bow Jax Silencer
– These rubber silencers help stop the string or cable from oscillating very well. They come with small zip ties to secure them in place. You get 4 in a pack and you will probably get a lot of use out of them. These are a great value for the money as well. Priced at $6-10
Traditional Leather Bow String Silencer
– These are made for traditional bows so I wouldn’t put it on a compound. You get a good value silencer and even though it looks simple, it works. These are simple and work effectively. Priced around $2-3
I think these are the best bow string silencers that you’ll find. You might have to get a specific one for some bows, but these will generally work for all bows and I definitely recommend a silencer. Not only does it make it quiet, but it reduces the vibrations that could irritate your own limbs
by Jackson | Nov 17, 2013 | Compound Bows
If you’re looking for a real compound bow for a young archer, then this might just be the right thing for you. The Crosman Elkhorn Jr. Compound Bow
is the ideal bow with a low draw weight, but with enough features to make it the real thing. It come with the things you need to get shooting almost right out of the box. All you’ll really need is something to shoot at.
Bow specifications
- Axle to Axle – 33″
- Brace Height – 8″
- Weight – 3.3 lbs
- Draw length – max of 26″
- Draw weight – 17-21 pounds
What’s included
- Bow sight
- arrow rest
- 6 arrow quiver
- arm guard
- finger tab
- 2 arrows
Not included
Special notes
- comes in right hand, I couldn’t find a left hand option
- Consider getting extra accessories when you buy.
First off, I put this bow in the group that every child goes through. They don’t want a toy anymore, but they aren’t ready for a full-fledged compound bow. This is the perfect bow for that category. With a light draw weight, it works well for most kids 9-13 depending on the child. It does come with everything to shoot out of the box. Assembly IS required.
I’m going to break this into two parts: the bow itself and the accessories.
The bow is a good value and rugged enough to stand up to a fair amount of abuse. The cable string with the bow is made for no maintenance which makes it very reliable, but not easy to put a peep sight on.
The accessories are going to work okay for the younger crowd. You’ll probably want to get some extra arrows and consider some small upgrades as the bow gets used. It does fit the young archer very well.
The price is around $50 and you might spend an extra few dollars on arrows when you get it. For that price, you’re getting a really good deal.
The Crosman Elkhorn Jr. Compound Bow review is brought to you by me, all words are my own. I don’t endorse any specific product, yet, and I didn’t receive this or any product for any kind of reimbursement.
by Jackson | Nov 13, 2013 | Reviews
Practice is fun and therapeutic for me. I don’t really consider practice because it makes me feel good and centered. I know that might sound a little out there, but the focus and concentration required of practicing makes me happy. One thing that makes me very unhappy is dropping my arrows. I just put the arrows in my back pocket and they fell out randomly making me go back to look for them often. An arrow quiver is the solution to that problem. These are the best arrow quivers that I’ve found for practice.
1.
Bohning Target Quiver
– This hip quiver, which I’m quite partial to, is light and does exactly what is says it does. You have multiple plastic tubes so you can keep your arrows separated. It has a couple extra zippered pockets for you to keep any extra stuff you need. The only downside is that the tubes are not made to handle broad heads. It also has right and left hand versions. These are priced between $25-30.
2.
Edge Bow Butler
– The coolest stand for a long time out shooting. It’s kind of like a golf caddy for you. You get a spot for your arrows and it even holds your bow for you. If you are going to walk from place to place and be there for a bit, then this is a great option. The only cons can be the drink holder being tipped at an angle. Priced at $40-50 you end up with a great product.
3.
Kwikee Kompound Kwiver
– The 6 arrow holder attaches onto your bow quickly and securely. If you plan to hunt with one on your bow, make sure to practice with one on there as well. The quiver works great for most arrows, some large arrows might not fit though. This quiver does exactly what you need and most people never have their arrows come loose. Priced between $25-30, you get a good value for your money.
4.
Tarantula Three Tube Quiver
– A three tube hip quiver that has two pockets for more items. The great thing about multiple tubes is that you can separate your arrows into different types or if they are for different people. This quiver is well constructed and will take care of all your basics for you. Priced between $17-25 you get a great value.
5.
Wyandotte Leather Back Quiver – This is the back quiver to get in my opinion. This back quiver does a great job of keeping your arrows secure and has several straps so you can fit it to your liking. Just remember that leather is a natural product and there will be color variations. If you are a bigger person or wearing a lot of clothing, then you might need to see about extending the straps. Priced between $60-75, this is my favorite back quiver.
If carrying your arrows around is a problem, then you won’t want to go practice. Make sure to take care of that with an arrow quiver. It will make your life better and that means you’ll get to go shoot more.
Have fun
These links go to Amazon, so you can look at the product yourself and make your own decision.
by Jackson | Nov 8, 2013 | Archery Accessories
Well, I don’t want to sounds biased….Just kidding. I absolutely love carbon arrows. I have shot wood, aluminum, and carbon. I’ve had success with all of them and problems too. No arrow will ever be perfect, but those carbon arrows sure do come closer than any of the others in my opinion. Want to know why? Well, let me give you some good reason and a few good examples.
Pros
Wood: These arrows are solid and can be pretty heavy. They have been used for thousands of years with great success. A must for a complete traditional feel. These also look pretty cool
Aluminum: The aluminum arrow sure sounds high tech. You get a really straight consistent arrow with aluminum that always flies very well. These arrows are also very light and easy to take care of.
Carbon: These arrows are heavier than aluminum, but have the same straight consistency so you always have good groups. The carbon arrows are more rugged and can handle a lot of abuse
Fiberglass: these things are heavy and good for trainer arrows to large groups.
Cons
Wood: These things are not consistent. You have to shoot several and then pick the group that flies the same. They also break a lot easier than the others
Aluminum: These things get bent easy and you can’t straighten them back out.
Carbon: These are much tougher than the other two. These can be sanded on if there is a rough spot developing and then apply some glue to salvage the arrow.
Fiberglass: it’s like a tank, but not as useful
So these are the main arrow types and carbon arrows are the best by far and will always be my favorite. At least until they come up with lightning arrows, then I will at least consider switching.
