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Title: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: trad_in_cali on May 10, 2017, 07:31:00 PM
Hello there, I'm trying to compete in the Western States Trad Rendezvouz, and to compete they only allow woodies and aluminum  arrows (no carbon).
Should I buy 2016 or 1916 with a 30 length?
Currently they seem to like 500s, so I'm thinking 2016s.
Suggestions?
Thanks!
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: Rough Run on May 10, 2017, 09:19:00 PM
Depends on how your bow's shelf is cut.  I shoot 1916s cut to 30-1/2" out of a 45# recurve, and longbow, with a 28-1/2" draw, with 125gr points.  2016s may be stiff, but may work. They shoot the same out of my recurve, but I notice the difference with the longbow.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: mark Willoughby on May 10, 2017, 09:41:00 PM
2016 my widow is the the same 42 @ 29 and I know for a fact 1916's won't work " for me anyways "
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: longbow fanatic 1 on May 10, 2017, 10:12:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Rough Run:
Depends on how your bow's shelf is cut.  I shoot 1916s cut to 30-1/2" out of a 45# recurve, and longbow, with a 28-1/2" draw, with 125gr points.  2016s may be stiff, but may work. They shoot the same out of my recurve, but I notice the difference with the longbow.
X2
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: M60gunner on May 10, 2017, 10:17:00 PM
Widows like a stiffer shaft. At least that what their pamphlet used to say. Even my old MA 11 was cut to center. I would go the 2016 as well especially if 30 in.
In the AM call them or email them for help. Their pretty good about helping.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: trad_in_cali on May 11, 2017, 02:21:00 AM
Thank you! Pma is cut past center and likes a stiffer shaft. I'll call them but 2016 seems right.
Thanks!
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: Wheels2 on May 11, 2017, 06:30:00 AM
I would call LAS and order 1 or 2 of a couple of different sizes...
2016, 2114, 2213

A lot depends on the tip weight and your centershot.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: Medley on May 11, 2017, 06:36:00 AM
I've had several widows, similar specs, yes they love stiffer arrows and I think that 2016 should be gtg
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: Blackhawk on May 11, 2017, 10:47:00 AM
The upcoming Western States Trad Rendezvous over Memorial Day weekend in WA state allows all arrow types.  

Competition?  I know there are a couple fun events such as long elk shoot and a version of "eagle eye", but all arrow types are allowed as far as I know.

If there is another WSR event you are referring to, then sorry...
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: crazynate on May 11, 2017, 11:14:00 AM
2016s should be close.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: Gerald Denley on May 14, 2017, 04:45:00 PM
trad-in-cali...what is your draw length?

You didn't mention that and it's impossible to determine what shaft is best without knowing that.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: ron w on May 14, 2017, 05:58:00 PM
2016.......you'll be good.
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: dirtguy on May 15, 2017, 11:55:00 AM
X4 on the 2016s
Title: Re: Aluminum spine arrows for 42@29 Widow PMA?
Post by: on May 15, 2017, 01:44:00 PM
I have had great success with the Dynamic Spine Calculator.

It considers the make and draw weight of your specific bow, figures in your shaft length, recommended spine, and point weight.

You can tweak it from there...


(http://i.imgur.com/2p0LgEJ.png)