Woody Help

[awbowman]

I recently purchased a used Thunderstick Mag and want wood arrows.  How do I estimate the required wood shaft I need for my bow.  I have a 58" Thunderstick Mag, about rated 53#s at 28", but I draw about 26 1/2".

My current arrows from a recurve i shoot are Heritage 150s with 175 grains up front cut at 29" and they are a little off but not much.  HELP, I really want woodies for this bow!

If anyone is willing to walk me through Stu Miller's calcs as a starting point, please PM me.

[lpcjon2]

At a 26 1/2draw with your bow you are around 51-52#. So a 55-60# spine cut to 28" would allow you to shoot the 175 or more grn heads. And Surewood shafts(DOUGLAS FIR) are great shafts that are readily available.JMHO

[awbowman]

Thanks lpc

[monterey]

Most important thing with Stu's calc is  read the instructions carefully....twice      Once understood, the calculator showed itself to be dead on.

[Orion]

You're probably closer to 49-50# at 26 1/2 draw, but I agree that 55-60# is a good place to start.

[awbowman]

Thanks guys, I must have done it right, I'm getting about 49-52#s dynamic spine depending on Strike Plate Position.  I'm going to order me some 55-60# arras!

Thanks Guys