BuckFever91 Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 Hello everyone, I am new to the forum and also new to bow hunting. Unfortunately I haven't been able to get out and hunt yet with my bow but with the opportunity coming up this weekend I am wonderin what the best broadhead to use is? I've heard pretty good things about Rage broadheads, any good or bad comments on these would be really greatful. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dartonman Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 Welcome to the forums....it is in your best interest to do quite a bit of research, or even have your gear/bow checked by a shop if possible before chasing gods creatures with the blades. Its a loaded question with broadheads, as we all have our "favorites". With that out of the way, I have not heard any bad of the Rage in my area, actually people rave over its performance...Im old school, and use a Magnus broadhead, it does a great job as well..other well known makers of broadheads with tried and true performance will do the job as well...Muzzy, G5's, and Im positive I missed a few. Have a great day, and best of luck this season.....al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyj987 Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 BuckFever you'll find the bowhunters on this forum very valuable resources. They truly love the sport and welcome new hunters to the campfire. Don't hesitate to ask for tips or advice on anything. But don't ask me...I'm a rookie too...LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight Shooter Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 Welcome tothe forums my friend and that being a loaded question is right. :yes: Every hunters does have their loyalty as well as most hunting web sites and even your local hunting stores. Rage is a good head and I have tried it out myself, great entry hole, great blood trails but to me the only down side to these heads is most of the time they ar a one time shot. Replacing the front cutter blade is such a pain because of dirt and maybe being bent. Magnus is another good one, Techan 3's are fairly new an reliable, I know you can't run out buy some of each head because of the price on these jokers. Try and find some friends that have some of these and ask to try them out. Personally I am a Muzzy man and have been since 1992, I've killed deer with several other heads that have been the craze when hitting the market but I just can't get away from what has worked for me for years. I've been hunting with the Muzzy 75 for the last 10 years with great success. As with any head, it is useless if your set up isn't tuned properly, arrows aren't flying right, and tips aren't sharp. Bows today do not need alot pounds on draw weight to perform their jobs, speed is key if your thinking of mechanicals versus a cut on contact fixed blade. Try several out and make you own decision on accuracy, performance, reliability, and ease of tuning. Good luck to you and keep us posted on your success. Welcome again!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebohio Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 welcome to the forum. glad to have you here. this page will give you endless reading on this subject. hope it helps.Hunting Forums | Realtree ® Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHISKEYSWAMP Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 I've been using the rage 3 blade for a few years now and they have performed well for me. The two does I shot this year ran less than 60 yards. One was centered through the heart and the other double lunged, so any broadhead would have worked. I've had some less than perfect shots with them and was still able to find the deer. I thought about trying something different this year, basically looking to save a few bucks, but went back to what has worked for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 i use Rage two blade 100gr heads. every deer i've seen shot with them is a 3" gash for an entry hole, and exit hole if a pass through. as said a broadhead is usually loved or hated. mechanicals shoot better than fixed blades in most cases, which is why people use them. if you're shooting under 60lbs and want to use Rage then try the 40KE 100gr heads to help with penetration. the only things are to check to make sure your front blade is tight and make sure your blades are locked into the o-rings. if you shoot something with it, like any broadhead, make sure it's cleaned out really well and the blades are sharp and tight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckFever91 Posted October 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 Wow! That's a lot of information. Thanks for the help, I will probably try out a few different brands this season if I get the chance to shoot multiple deer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyohunter Posted October 21, 2011 Report Share Posted October 21, 2011 whichever broadhead you use, get them soon, you need to practice practice practice using one of them, they will not fly exactly like your field point, so if your hunt is coming up soon, you better pick one and get to using it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted October 22, 2011 Report Share Posted October 22, 2011 I guess I've been bow hunting for about 25 years now. Tried all types of broadheads. What I have concluded is that the best broadhead is the one that kills the deer closest to where it is shot. I believe the expandables (like the rage) produce the best blood trail given the broadhead doesn't get lodged in the entry side shoulder or some other large bone prior to hitting vitals. I believe a thick cut on contact fixed head gets the best penetration (like the Magnus stinger mentioned earlier). I generally go through shoulder bone with expandables on does, but have had arrows break off with only 3-4 inches of penetration on larger bucks when hit in the shoulder (while using expandables). I now use fixed blade cut on contact blades like the Magnus. That way if I hit a little front I'm more confident it will get through the shoulder blade. I don't expect a great blood trail, but as long as the vitals are hit the deer will not be more than 200 yards from where I shot it - granted I don't get down and spook it too early after a marginal shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deer slayer Posted October 22, 2011 Report Share Posted October 22, 2011 Welcome to realtree! I use rage 3 blade 100gr I shot a doe for the first time with one and they shoot just like a field point and the entry and exit holes are HUGE! plus lots and lots of blood loss she only ran 10 yards and dropped I would recommend them. Good luck be safe and happy hunting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewink Posted October 22, 2011 Report Share Posted October 22, 2011 I've been using Thunderhead 100's. but I am thinking about using Ramcat's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swohiodave Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Thunderhears always come through for me! I guess that is why I bought some 100 gr 3 blade spitfires but keep shooting the thunderheads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bghunter777 Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 I have been using Rockets for 13 years now they where the innvators of mechanical broadheads. Over the years they have adapted like all equipment and still to this day are hands down the best broadhead on the market for accuracy penetration and simply killing animals I have shot countless deer over the years with almost know lost game. I had a short period where I switched to Rage along with everyone else I simply was not impressed very poor penetration when contacting bone. This year I went back to Rockets they are made by Trophy Ridge now but just just as good as ever. I personally shoot the Sidewinder but believe the Steelhead is the best penetrating broadhead and definately best penetration mechanical in the world. I am giving you my opinion from years of archery hunting and some marginal angle and hits on deer Rockets particularly sidewinders and steelheads are a peice of equipment you will have 100 percent confidence in every time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrown Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 (edited) I'd just practice with whatever broadhead you do decide on. Hunters have their own preferences for their own reasons. Mine is accuracy, doesn't matter what size of hole you leave if you don't hit where your aiming. The the other is cutting size, some will say that if you have a marginal shot and a good broadhead, it'll pay off, but then again, it comes down to accuracy. It also depends on your bow setup. I like the Wasp Boss SST 100gr. These broadheads fly EXACTLY like my field points do. The accuracy is UNREAL. I have no problem with taking a 60 yrd shot with one. Then again, I practice those shots, ALOT. It makes the closer shots easier, but still have to becareful to not rush the shot too. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, and PRACTICE!! You'll decide on the ones you like, may take a couple of kills or misses, but good luck with whatever you decide on!! Edited October 24, 2011 by abrown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 I guess I've been bow hunting for about 25 years now. Tried all types of broadheads. What I have concluded is that the best broadhead is the one that kills the deer closest to where it is shot. I believe the expandables (like the rage) produce the best blood trail given the broadhead doesn't get lodged in the entry side shoulder or some other large bone prior to hitting vitals. I believe a thick cut on contact fixed head gets the best penetration (like the Magnus stinger mentioned earlier). I generally go through shoulder bone with expandables on does, but have had arrows break off with only 3-4 inches of penetration on larger bucks when hit in the shoulder (while using expandables). I now use fixed blade cut on contact blades like the Magnus. That way if I hit a little front I'm more confident it will get through the shoulder blade. I don't expect a great blood trail, but as long as the vitals are hit the deer will not be more than 200 yards from where I shot it - granted I don't get down and spook it too early after a marginal shoot. Great advice there. Nothing worse than seeing them run off with about 4" of shaft buried in that shoulder...... You'll get as many different answers on the broadhead question as there are posters. They all kill deer, it's mainly a matter if you want to shoot fixed or mechanical based on how they fly with your setup and then go out and have a look at them. I've shot about everything and after being a die-hard muzzy guy for years, I now enjoy trying something new each year. Shot 2 with a NAP bloodrunner this year and been satisfied with the results. Wasn't crazy about the O-Rings on the Rage, but also don't really like the little clips on the T3's. They all have advantages/disadvantages, they all kill deer. There is no right or wrong answer to that question. Don't be fooled into the cost factor either. A $50 3-pack of heads isn't necessarily deadlier than the $20 pack of muzzys. Welcome to the forums! Bowhunting is addictive, maybe you'll be teaching some of us a few things soon enough. john Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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