Grains/lb and bow efficiency

[kennym]

Originally posted by Rob DiStefano:
killing critters very small to very large with a coupla sticks and a string doesn't need to be rocket science.  

i suggest putting aside the calculators and chronographs, and first and foremost find out what arrow type and weight both yer bow and you likes best.  a well flying arrow is half the battle for killing game. it will matter far less if it's 8gpp or 12gpp, or if it's FOC is 9% or 30%. trust me.

make sure that arrow's front end will be commensurate for the type of game you wish to kill.  unless it's a small game blunt, it should be a cut-on-contact super sharp broadhead.  a c-o-c broadhead can be 2, 3 or 4 bladed - don't much matter which one, pick whatever makes you happiest.  single bevel or double bevel 2-blade?  whatever, just pick one.  if the blade's aren't razor sharp, keep at it 'til they are.  the arrow's front end is the part of yer tackle that does the deed after you do your part.  make sure it's all done right.  

then take into consideration your personal shooting distance limits for consistent accurate hits under hunting conditions.  this has lots to do with holding weight at full draw and yer overall shooting skills.  be honest with yerself, please.

see, not rocket science - nor does it need to be.  use common sense - a commodity that sometimes can be both scarce and elusive here in the new millennium.      

With that, I think I'll just go huntin!    

[Friend]

There is no adequate substitute for knowing one's own setup and possessing intimate knowledge of the quarry pursued.

[katman]

Originally posted by Friend:
There is no adequate substitute for knowing one's own setup.

Absolutely, and experimentation gets you to knowing your setup and finding what works best for you.

As alluded to, some prefer a simple setup and keep it while others are tinkerers. Go with what floats your boat.