ALAN Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 whats the purpose of having one of these? do you need to have one is it a must have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit the Biscuit is a self contained arrow rest. it is ver popular with bowhunters. it allows the arrow to stay on the rest while hunting and drawing back on animals. dont be fooled into thinking its not accurate either. many on here shoot it and shoot very good with them. i guess its a must have if you dont have a rest on your bow? if your current rest is working good, then it probably not a must have. i dont use one myself, i use a Trophy Taker drop away rest. i use one on both my competition bow and hunting bow. i find them very accurate and very easy to tune and install. Shoot Strong Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Antony Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit It's nice, especially if you are a bit unsteady when pulling back your bow and your arrow tends to fall off your current rest. It makes very little noise. The only downside is fletchings tend to wear out, but this depends on the quality/type of the fletchings. What arrow rest do you have now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALAN Posted December 9, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit im not sure what its got for a rest im getting it after the first of the year..i know hes got alot of high dollar add ons hes taking off to put on his new bow.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit I'm taking my biscuit off just because I don't like to hear anything when I draw. GT Pro Hunters don't have a smooth surface on them. My son shoots smooth shafts and I can't hear anything on his. I've been shooting very good groups with mine. Of course, it's on a SB XT, so that makes any rest look good. Lots of guys hunt with the biscuit and swear by them, so it's probably not a problem...just bugs me and I don't want to be thinking about that when I need to shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAstringking Posted December 9, 2006 Report Share Posted December 9, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit i love the bisquit because i love to spot and stalk. i also knock and arrow when leaving my camp and keep it knocked until i return to camp. when walking through the woods and or stalking any kind of game i feel it is perfect. it keeps that arrow ready at all times. i shoot perfect groups out to 40 yards with the bisquit and wouldnt trade it for anyhting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight Shooter Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit I've got one on my Martin Slayer and it's one fine arrow rest. It's one of those so eay a caveman can use rest, but it's also a very reliable rest. It does make a little bit of a sound with some arrows, but I also hunt with a tiger tuff prong rest on my other bow, with no shrink tubing on it and have no problem with deer hearing that when I draw on them. I know it's a pet peeve for some on a rest making draw noise, but it's not as critical as most think. Bemans or ST AXis arrows are whisper quiet on the draw, FYI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swamphunter Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit [ QUOTE ] I'm taking my biscuit off just because I don't like to hear anything when I draw. GT Pro Hunters don't have a smooth surface on them. My son shoots smooth shafts and I can't hear anything on his. I've been shooting very good groups with mine. Of course, it's on a SB XT, so that makes any rest look good. Lots of guys hunt with the biscuit and swear by them, so it's probably not a problem...just bugs me and I don't want to be thinking about that when I need to shoot. [/ QUOTE ] Hey Finn, I have heard about guys spraying them with something to eliminate any minor noise. Has anyone else heard of this?? I don't think it is noisy enough that I will worry about it, but just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit Yeah, I doubt it will matter to the deer at all. I just hate thinking about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom2008 Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker bisquit What I've heard it is probably one of the most popular rests used by bowhunters. Not saying this is true, but it sure seems like it. Its definatley not a must it just depends on what you like to use. I think mine is great. It holds the arrow in place and tight so it doesn't fall off of your bow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit No arrow rest is a "must-have". You just have to find a rest that really works for you, and helps you feel confident in your archery equipment. I've been using the Whisker biscuit for a few years now, and have it on all of my bows. For a hunting rest, you can't beat it, because like Tony said, it is perfect solution to keeping your arrow contained on your rest. I can still hunt through the woods, and turn my bow up=side down or whatever, and my arrow stays on the rest, ready to go, when I need it. I really do love my Whisker Biscuit, and for me personally, it is a "Must-Have" piece of archery equipment. Now if you want a rest for tournament shooting like Tony does all the time, you may feel comfortable with a drop-away rest or something else, but for hunting situations, you really can't beat it. I've been praising this product ever since it came out. You'd think I would have received a few free biscuits in the mail by now ...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALAN Posted December 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit ok so after what you guys have said i think ill add the whisker biscuit to my must have list.does anyone use an armguard?the guy im buying the bow from has had a stabilizer on it what would happen if i didnt add one of these??know a quiver just holds the arrows and attachs to bow correct? how often do you have to restring your bow? do most bow hunters shoot with a CALIPER RELEASE? is it easier to shoot with this?? would these arrows be worth the money?they are 12-Pk. Trophy Hunter Carbon Arrows on amazon.com for 44.97 what kind of heads are the best?mechinal fixed or expandable or braodheads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom2008 Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit [ QUOTE ] does anyone use an armguard? [/ QUOTE ] I use an armguard while I'm wearing a T-Shirt, but usually while I'm hunting I don't because I have a long sleeve on. [ QUOTE ] the guy im buying the bow from has had a stabilizer on it what would happen if i didnt add one of these?? [/ QUOTE ] Nothing would happen if you didn't have one of these. It is your choice whether you want a stablizer on your bow or not. I found out that I shoot better without my stabilizer, but its different for everyone. [ QUOTE ] know a quiver just holds the arrows and attachs to bow correct? [/ QUOTE ] Yes you are correct. There are a lot of different styles of quivers out there. You choose what you like best. [ QUOTE ] how often do you have to restring your bow? [/ QUOTE ] I've never had to re-string my bow and I have been bow hunting for 3 years. [ QUOTE ] do most bow hunters shoot with a CALIPER RELEASE? is it easier to shoot with this?? [/ QUOTE ] A lot of bow hunters use releases, but not all. I switched to a release last year and I think it helps a lot with accuracy. Plus I can hold back my bow a lot longer than I could without it. [ QUOTE ] would these arrows be worth the money?they are 12-Pk. Trophy Hunter Carbon Arrows on amazon.com for 44.97 [/ QUOTE ] Arrows depend on your set-up. Like draw length and draw weight. I would go to a pro shopt to get set-up with arrows. [ QUOTE ] what kind of heads are the best?mechinal fixed or expandable or braodheads? [/ QUOTE ] Mechanical and Expandable are the same kind of broad head. Fixed is the only other kind of broadhead. I personally like the fixed blades, but it is really the individual's choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tp793 Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit I think Tom pretty much covered it, it's really just about you getting it set-up how you like it and fine-tuning....and a lot of Practice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBowHunter Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit I have a whisker buiscut and i love it it works great..And it shoots well to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit If you're shooting correctly, with a bend in your bow arm, you will not need an arm guard. If you're slapping the wrist, your draw length is probably too long, forcing you to lock your bow arm. Check out an Alpine Soft Loc 5 arrow quiver. Shop around until you feel comfortable enough with a shop to accept their advice. They are right there and should be your best source of info. Check it on here, but find a good shop. Welcome to bowhunting...it's an addicting game, but well worth the addiction Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBowHunter Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit Finn very good info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight Shooter Posted December 11, 2006 Report Share Posted December 11, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit Finn hit the nail on the head about the arm guard, but I do use a RT arm guard while hunting when I have thick cold weather clothes on. It's purpose is to give the string clearnace, by compressing your sleeve down. A string hitting your coat sleeve is bad news for bowhunters. Alos, if your hitting your arm, it may be from the draw length being to long or your torqueing the bow, make sure it's the correct one for you. Some bows don't really need a stablizer, because of string dampeners and dampeners in the risers, but most others will to absorb shock and vibrations. The stablizer takes and absorbs alot of the shot shock and balances the bow out. Having your bow restrung is completely up to how much string wear you are getting and that depends on the amount you shoot your bow. Most string materials are now are so durable, the average shooter can make them last for 3 to 5 years. I would try a release to start with, it'll grealy improve your accuracy and holding ability. Just keep your finger off the trigger while drawing the bow back, it'll deter you from bowhunting if you don't. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rad_112176 Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit I would suggest to try to find a good bow shop close to your house and talk to the guys working there. Alot of times they have releases in the back that they will let you try out to see what one you like best. The wisker biscuit is very nice to have especially if you are just getting into bowhunting. It will help take the worry off your mind of your arrow falling off the rest at draw. I remember this as a kid and would not change my biscuit for anything. Once you get your bow take it with you to the shop and they can help you with setting it up. Most of the shops i have been to are eager to help out someone that is trying to get his bow set up. They can set you peep sight and help just get everything set up for you. Usually you don't have to pay anything for the service except if you are getting it restrung. Hope you have some luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEIOWAARCHER Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit I have a WB and i love it. have shot them for a long time. may I suggest using 2" Blazer vanes with it though. It'll save alot for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeremiah_Johnson Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Re: whisker biscuit Took a high dollar drop away rest off my SB to install a WB - best move I ever made. I've killed several animals with it and love it for stand hunting as well as spot and stalk. Killer Rest!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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