shooting large game

[jim schultz]

hello to all,iam shooting 47 lb recurve with and eastern arrow 29 inches long,how would this be for elk and etc,thanks jim

[shortstroke 91]

Need a lot more information. What is the length the arrow is being drawn to? What are the #s on the side of the Easton shaft? What grain and style of broadhead are you using? What kind of bow is it?

[Steertalker]

Jim,

People have killed elk with bows such as yours, without a doubt.  I'm sure the American indians did it with even less efficient equipment.  But, with that kind of setup, shots must be kept close and broadside.  Do I recommend using that light a bow?  No.  Personally, I think anything less than 60 is too light for elk.  

Brett