magnatecsteve Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Just curious to hear from those that have switched to Blazer vanes..if you're already shooting super tight groups, are there any noticable benifits to switching? Just curious, I still have a good 20 arrows fletched, but you never know after a summer of 3-D..I just might have to re-fletch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jbhunter Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I bought some arrows with the blazers on em and I like em.. My groups did get tighter but it also wasn't as accurate as my other arrows. They had better groups so this summer I will neeed to fix my sights so I can shoot with these arrows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Blazers were made to stabilize fix blade broadheads. I noticed a big difference with my Muzzy's. There quieter and do seem to fly better. They also make a smaller Blazer for 3D shooters. The ones I use are for hunting. http://www.bohning.com/archery/1300.xml Somebody called them and they sent a few Blazers for free to test! Maybe give them a call and ask! If you do not get any from them shoot me a PM! http://www.bohning.com/contact.xml?division=archery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted January 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I didn't know they would do that..I might just have to try some. Thanks for the info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest realtrhunter Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I switched to them at the begining of the season. Loved'em. Put two arrows right where I wanted them on deer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Everyone talks about the speed increase and more stable flight the blazers provide. A few folks also add these fletchings are very quiet. I agree with all those observations. Probably the most underated benefit of the blazer fletchings is the significant increase in FOC you get on your arrows. Many experienced archers know that a higher FOC is needed to stabilize fixed broadheads than fieldpoints. Most often overlooked however is the role FOC plays in keeping the penetration path of the arrow straight. This is why you hear about folks complaining that mechanicals are only good for broadside shots because they "turn" in animals shot at an angle. FOC is important for mechanicals not so much on the stable flight end as it is on terminal performance. In my experience just enough FOC to get good broadhead flight on ANY style broadhead is never enough for predictable penetration. Bottomline especially if you are shooting carbon arrows if your FOC is less than 10% you probably need a heavier broadhead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted January 16, 2007 Report Share Posted January 16, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I have tried thwm twice, and both times gone right back to my feathers. I just don't like them. The times I tried BH with them, my BH DID NOT have the same Point of Impact as that same BH with feathers. Think I will stick to my feathers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nutz4bucks Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes do any gold tip arrows come with blazers on them or does the archery shop put them on for you??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I switched recently thanks to a kind gift from preacherman. Before... After... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted January 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Are those wraps or did you dip your shafts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAstringking Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] do any gold tip arrows come with blazers on them or does the archery shop put them on for you??? [/ QUOTE ] some of the GT arrows come with blazers but it all depends on what your proshop orders. you can go onto their website and order them with any configuration you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowtech Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes i have also used them for shooting muzzys and they really do a fine job.. i have always shoot quik spins but i think i am switching next year to the blazers for good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted January 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes I contacted Bohning about a sample pack...we'll see. I think I'm going to try them anyway due to all of the positive responses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] I contacted Bohning about a sample pack...we'll see. I think I'm going to try them anyway due to all of the positive responses. [/ QUOTE ] Did they say they were sending some? If you dont get them shoot me a PM. Ill see that you do! Here are my Blazers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Same here if they don't fix ya up .... I have some 2" Black and Yellow I can send ya... Just let me know... Here's what I shoot.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted January 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Thanks, appreciate the offer! Great looking arrows! Are those wraps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Gee Luke when did you switch over? Thought you were still shooting the Killer vanes. Oh, and get off my soap box!!! LMBO!!!!! Just kidding friend!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] Gee Luke when did you switch over? Thought you were still shooting the Killer vanes. Oh, and get off my soap box!!! LMBO!!!!! Just kidding friend!!! [/ QUOTE ] LOL.... I still use the Killer Vanes too.... As for the soapbox... I think it just got kicked out from underneath me..... OUCH !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Gee Luke when did you switch over? Thought you were still shooting the Killer vanes. Oh, and get off my soap box!!! LMBO!!!!! Just kidding friend!!! [/ QUOTE ] LOL.... I still use the Killer Vanes too.... As for the soapbox... I think it just got kicked out from underneath me..... OUCH !! [/ QUOTE ] Hey! I got a good idea! You send him 6 whatever colors to go along with the 12 white I do if he doesnt get them! from Bohning! Deal? BTW, I would be glad that you stand there on that soapbox with me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] Hey! I got a good idea! You send him 6 whatever colors to go along with the 12 white I do if he doesnt get them! from Bohning! Deal? [/ QUOTE ] Deal !! .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted January 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Really appreciate it guys, I'll let you know if I get a response from Bohning. I insist on paying for them if I get them from you guys though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] Really appreciate it guys, I'll let you know if I get a response from Bohning. I insist on paying for them if I get them from you guys though! [/ QUOTE ] NOPE,, NO pay here.... The RT WAY ,, help someone out,,, and in return that person helps another out when possible.... That's pay enough... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes [ QUOTE ] Really appreciate it guys, I'll let you know if I get a response from Bohning. I insist on paying for them if I get them from you guys though! [/ QUOTE ] Well, you just dont understand it yet! See, I was given some by other forums members here, and I just want to return the favor that was done for me! Kind of a make you feel good thing! LOL! Luke and another member each gave me enough vanes to get started out and trying different options of vanes. Luke got me started in the Bohning Killer vanes, and Tom from Ohio started me on the Blazers. So, I wont have it any other way! Sure Luke feel the same! Just keep us in mind. if you dont get you sample pack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Yes, mine are wraps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest realtrhunter Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Re: Blazer vanes Has anyone tried the blazers with the shrink wrap on them, that you heat up and it sticks to the arrows? If so did it work? Also how do blazers compare to the 2.5" Quick Spins? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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