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Author Topic: Arrow--Where to start?  (Read 284 times)

Online 1Longbow

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Arrow--Where to start?
« on: August 24, 2009, 10:32:00 PM »
I have a 55# recurve (64") I draw 29"'s and I could use some help on what shaft size to start with. I'd like to use aluminum,but I'm not opposed to carbon either. I'd like to use 125- 150 grain heads,but your suggestions and knowledge would be very much appreciated. Thank you for your help--1Longbow

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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #1 on: August 24, 2009, 11:42:00 PM »
2117 or 23xx (I forget what the standard 23 shaft thickness is) should be a good starting point. Start with them long and shorten 1/4" at a time till they fly right.

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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #2 on: August 24, 2009, 11:48:00 PM »
I would try a 2315 or a 2018 maybe. As shaun said start long widdle till they fly.
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Offline David Lewis

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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #3 on: August 25, 2009, 08:52:00 AM »
2018 strong durable shaft. smaller diameter and thicker wall compared to the 2315. Both pluses IMHO.

Offline James Wrenn

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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #4 on: August 25, 2009, 09:06:00 AM »
2018 or 2117 would be my first choice.
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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #5 on: August 25, 2009, 12:51:00 PM »
What Mr. Wrenn said...as ususal.
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Re: Arrow--Where to start?
« Reply #6 on: August 25, 2009, 04:32:00 PM »
2018 cut to 30 in. with 125 grain tip should work perfect .
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