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Title: Dr. Ashby arrow setup for a light bow
Post by: outdooru on November 28, 2008, 11:28:00 AM
Just looking for input about Dr. Ashby's arrow weight recommendations. I shoot a #41 @28" ACS longbow and when I shoot a 650 grain arrow my arrow speed goes down to 154 feet/second. Is this too slow? or should I keep with my lighter arrow, 588 grain, that I've been shooting at 164 feet/second?
Title: Re: Dr. Ashby arrow setup for a light bow
Post by: Shaun on November 28, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Your choice, but I would go with the heavier set up. Not much trajectory difference at 15-20 yards.
Title: Re: Dr. Ashby arrow setup for a light bow
Post by: Bjorn on November 28, 2008, 12:55:00 PM
Both arrows are plenty fast, that is an exceptional 41# bow-I would pick the one with the best flight and hopefully it is also the one you have most confidence with.
Title: Re: Dr. Ashby arrow setup for a light bow
Post by: donw on November 28, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
if you're really concerned about speed and accuracy, check into using fast flite string and switching to carbon arrows.

regardless of your setup...a razor sharp broadhead PROPERLY placed is still a key.
Title: Re: Dr. Ashby arrow setup for a light bow
Post by: pdk25 on November 28, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
Wow, I never would have guessed you would get that speed out of that setup.