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Title: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: J. Holden on October 25, 2011, 01:23:00 PM
Those that have built a red oak board bow, I'm wondering what shaft size you would reccomend.  I shoot 50#@28" and my draw length is 28".  I'm looking for an arrow around 29"-29.5" in length.  Thanks for the thoughts.

-Jeremy  :coffee:
Title: Re: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: soopernate on October 25, 2011, 02:04:00 PM
Its going to depend greatly on how wide your handle is and how close to center your shelf or arrow rest is.  There are a ton of variables that you have to take into consideraion.  I bet if you started with something in a .500 spine shaft and a variety of tip weights (another variable) you could get a decent set of arrows tuned up in short order.
Title: Re: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: Sal on October 25, 2011, 06:16:00 PM
More important than diameter is spine.  Look for properly spined arrows, don't worry about the diameter.  Most wood arrows come in 11/32" or 23/64".
Title: Re: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: Sal on October 25, 2011, 06:17:00 PM
OK, I feel like a doofus.  

Since you specifically asked about aluminum arrows, please disregard my post.
Title: Re: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: soopernate on October 25, 2011, 07:01:00 PM
I was actually referring to spine when I mentioned .500. I cannot remember for sure but I think that would be a 2016.  Would probably get you in the ballpark.
Title: Re: ROBB and Aluminum arrow shaft question
Post by: J. Holden on October 26, 2011, 10:35:00 AM
Thanks for the advice fellas!

-Jeremy  :coffee: