Author Topic: Cedars Better Than Carbon (Read 1658 times)

Bjorn · « **Reply #20 on:** February 27, 2008, 05:43:00 PM »

I think good carbon arrows are as good as good wood arrows. I happen to feel good when I'm shooting wood, and making wood arrows; and that's what better is all about to me.

snag · « **Reply #21 on:** February 27, 2008, 05:55:00 PM »

I love shooting wood, making arrows, the whole thing. But I have yet to find a wood arrow that shoots as consistantly well as a well tuned carbon. Never thought I would say that! Even so, I will continue to make and shoot wood arrows cause I love them. If I were to shoot in a scored tournament I would shoot the carbons.

varmint · « **Reply #22 on:** February 27, 2008, 06:12:00 PM »

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Originally posted by robslifts:
woodies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! are the best!!!!

just a personal preference

X 2 SAme preference here!

jacobsladder · « **Reply #23 on:** February 27, 2008, 06:14:00 PM »

im with snag.

gwhunter · « **Reply #24 on:** February 27, 2008, 10:34:00 PM »

me too. And, they're quiet.

laddy · « **Reply #25 on:** February 27, 2008, 10:42:00 PM »

Fro shorter draw longbows one usually has some leeway, even if there are variations in the release. With carbons that same person has to do a bit of trial and error work to get the right combinations. i don't understand why some need to leave them so long, i much prefer net for blunts and blade to the fingers for broadheads. Narrow aluminums and wood allow that much easier for me.

ahawi stick · « **Reply #26 on:** February 27, 2008, 11:35:00 PM »

I began my journey "back to wood only" several years ago, self bows and wood arrows. It is a natural "progression" sounds like you have began your journey also.If your destination is archery and bowhunting in their purest form you are on the right trail!

30coupe · « **Reply #27 on:** February 28, 2008, 12:28:00 AM »

I think wood is more forgiving. I find them easier to tune than carbon. Maybe it's just me, but I have a much harder time getting good arrow flight with carbons. Even aluminum is easier. I think part of the problem is the limited spines available with carbon compared to wood or aluminum. Wood just works better for me. Shoot what works for you.

jacobsladder · « **Reply #28 on:** February 28, 2008, 01:04:00 AM »

i think vermonster nailed it on the head....the best arrow is what works best for you.... "confidence is key"

SteveB · « **Reply #29 on:** February 28, 2008, 06:12:00 AM »

I will accept that wood can be the equal of carbon when I am allowed to shoot my carbon hunting arrows in the "Eagle Eye" shoot at Denton. Until then, I have to believe those in the know are protecting wood only because of its shooting characteristics.

Steve

James Wrenn · « **Reply #30 on:** February 28, 2008, 06:21:00 AM »

They sure would be the better choice if you needed to start a little fire.

KYArcher · « **Reply #31 on:** February 28, 2008, 06:36:00 AM »

I finally tried some carbon arrows this year and have been pretty impressed, but theres just something about woodies. I love build'em!!

Buckhammer · « **Reply #32 on:** February 28, 2008, 07:35:00 AM »

I've never shot carbons since going trad, but I would try them. I shoot mostly aluminum because I have a 31" draw which doesn't accomodate most POC arrows once you taper the ends. I got some of those poplar shafts that are 34" and made my first set of woodies - and they don't shoot bad (notice I didn't say they shoot well).

Shoot what you like and gives you the most confidence of an accurate shot placement and humane kill.

bowless · « **Reply #33 on:** February 28, 2008, 12:18:00 PM »

Wait till you make some of your own, it'll really "feel" right. Lots of fun during the long winter too.
Shoot whatever you like, arrows that is:)

laddy · « **Reply #34 on:** February 28, 2008, 06:59:00 PM »

I think the secret to good cedars is the supplier.

sagebrush · « **Reply #35 on:** February 28, 2008, 10:06:00 PM »

Another thing about wood, even if you break one you can use it. Put a little piece in your pocket and pull it out once in a while and smell it. This only works with certain wood. But I love the smell of cedar. Gary

gwhunter · « **Reply #36 on:** February 28, 2008, 11:30:00 PM »

I just can't see me shooting a carbon arrow off of my bare finger. Imagine is one broke.

laddy · « **Reply #37 on:** February 29, 2008, 02:52:00 AM »

New archery club, off shoot of the ldlbsofa, csa, cedar sniffers anonymous. I am an addicted member.

brettlandon · « **Reply #38 on:** February 29, 2008, 08:24:00 AM »

I haven't been able to find a carbon tree or shoots to make arrows out of. Do those grow regionally or are they imported?

-Brett

P.S. I did find an alluminum tree once around christmas, but it didn't look like it would yeild any decent shafts.

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #39 on:** February 29, 2008, 09:46:00 AM »

From my limited expierience, wood is quieter for the same arrow weight as carbon. I get good flight out of wood, but what I have had is not very durable. I have only bought cheap woodies and I think that is a mistake. Find a good supplier before you buy cheapies and get discouraged like me.


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