Squirrelhunter91 Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Tonight we are going to go to Gander Mountain in Middletown to get my new Browning Rage all set up... Now I have some shopping to do.. .. My question to all of you is this... My bow is set at 50# and I intend on staying at 50#. What weight broadhead/field tip should I be shooting? I shot 75 & 85 gr fixed broadheads/field tips with my Midas at 40# and they shot fine. Am I now able to go to a mechanical head for a broadhead and 100 gr for the broadhead and field tip? If that doesn't make any sense, what would be my ideal broadhead/field tip weight for my bow at 50#? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question I think 100 grain broadheads will be fine with your set-up. I myself would stay away from mechanicals at your poundage. I would go with a good, cut on contact, fixed blade. The 100 grain Wac-Em Tritons are a killer head. They are cut on contact, and have replaceable blades. They are also available in 85 grains which wouls also work for you. Wac-Em Broadheads My brother has taken 2 deer and a 'yote with these heads this year. Very strong, devestating head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question I 2nd Tedicast's opinion on mechanicals. I would stay with a fixed 100 grain broadhead. Try to find one that flys as close to a fieldtip as possible. You will still have to shoot whatever you pick and tune your bow to that. Never put on a broadhead and hope it flies the same because of what the box says it does. I am sure the guys and gals at Gander Mountain can answer your questions as well. You don't have to buy broadheads right away, get opinions on here and do some research. If you go to archerytalk.com they have a review section on certain broadheads out there on the market. Check that out as well and remember, these are all opinions, what works for someone might not work for you but at least weigh your options. Good luck Joe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZooBear Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question Broadhead weight is based on arrow length and vane weight. Check your FOC and that will tell you what you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question Personally, I'd stick with the lighter fixed head, but the other advice isn't bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest iker Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question I also shoot 50# and my bow shoots awsome with 100 grain broad heads, but it is funny, i shoot 100 grain broadheads and shoot 125 grain field points. i guess that has to do with my length of my arrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoyt_hunter Posted January 12, 2006 Report Share Posted January 12, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question [ QUOTE ] Personally, I'd stick with the lighter fixed head, but the other advice isn't bad. [/ QUOTE ] I agree with Tominator, at 50 # 75 or 85 grains seems best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow32 Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Personally, I'd stick with the lighter fixed head, but the other advice isn't bad. [/ QUOTE ] I agree with Tominator, at 50 # 75 or 85 grains seems best [/ QUOTE ] I third this i have a 50# and use 85 grains. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbucks Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question when i shoot 50lbs 100 grain work good for me i even tryed 125 and they work just fine...and if you can shoot machanical like lovinbowhunting stick with those i never seen him shoot them like that before!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest deerhntnwithdogs Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question If its 50 pounds depending on your grains per inch of your arrows. Mine shot beautifully with 100 grain at 50 and had knockdown power that I couldnt beleive. They shot beautifully. Whats your GPI? and what shafts are you shooting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lovinbowhuntin247365 Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question i shot 100 grains at 45 lbs, with 125 grain field tips, and they weorked great for me ... i didnt shoot a deer till i upgraded t oa new bow, which was set at 55 lbs, but it still worked for me ... i would definitely stick wiht mechanicals, the y fly exactly like field tips!!!!!!! but get some that dont require rubber bands, theyre nicer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robk Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question what i would do is go get you some magnus stinger 4 blades and shoot those. i am shooting 45lbs out of my recurve and they slam into a shoulder or rib and don't even slow down. or if you like the 3 blade then i would say go get a liberty or sonic broadhead take a look at them at www.americanbroadhead.com and you will like them. i shoot the liberty heads in 125 grain thru my crossbow and they blow thru a deer and don't stop hardly at all. both heads will do the trick and both are excellent cut on impact. the sonic and liberty are the only true replaceable broadhead on the market and the magnus well their name is well known all over. one or both buy some or find someone who shoots either or and see if you can try them out. rob k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockefeller66 Posted January 13, 2006 Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question I would say 100 grains would be great, honestly I think you would really enjoy those 100 grain G5 Montecs, they are awesome, and they are true to their word, just screw them on, shoot them once, they do shoot like field points! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhunter91 Posted January 13, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest I went with 100 gr field tips. But I still have some time for broadhead selection.. I also bought the 4.5" Deadanator Stablizer for $35.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest Recommend you check out the 100 grain Magnus Stingers or 100 grain Muzzy. They should work great for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhunter91 Posted January 14, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest [ QUOTE ] Shooting slightly lower poundage than the norm. I would shoot a little heavier broadhead than you have been, and go with the 100 grain, in order to gain some kinetic energy and knock down power. At 50lbs. I would definitly stay with a fixed blade. It is my recomendation to anyone shooting mechanical heads to shoot at least 65pounds to insure the heads open and achieve the maximum penetration possible. [/ QUOTE ] I will be staying with the fixed heads, but I have to tell you about a certain buck my dad shot this past season. He is shooting a Mathews Outback at 60# and NAP Shockwave broadheads. He hit this buck in the front shoulder and the arrow blasted through both front shoulders and the broadhead was sticking out the other side. That sucker opened up real good and blasted through both shoulder blades. So technically, you don't have to shoot 65# in order to shoot mechanicals. Sorry to sound so rude, but I had to past this on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest [ QUOTE ] I will be staying with the fixed heads, but I have to tell you about a certain buck my dad shot this past season. He is shooting a Mathews Outback at 60# and NAP Shockwave broadheads. He hit this buck in the front shoulder and the arrow blasted through both front shoulders and the broadhead was sticking out the other side. That sucker opened up real good and blasted through both shoulder blades. So technically, you don't have to shoot 65# in order to shoot mechanicals. Sorry to sound so rude, but I had to past this on. [/ QUOTE ] There is gonna be a significant difference in Kinetic energy between your dads bow at 60 lbs, and a bow at 50 lbs, Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbucks Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest tedicast is right joe..some bows have better fbs then other....but you are right about that because lovinboehuntin can shoot them right on at 20 yards and he shoots 55lbs so.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted January 14, 2006 Report Share Posted January 14, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a question Id say go to a 100 gr fixed blade Muzzy or wasp and you should be just fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrelhunter91 Posted January 16, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2006 Re: Getting my new bow set up tonight. got a quest I understand that there will be a difference but I felt like I should've passed that info on.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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