I've been getting ready for a archery elk hunt,and I'm shooting a Thunderhorn Heartstopper thats 54#'s @28 inches. I've been shooting either 2018's or 2016's with a 150 grain Stinger broadhead. Well a buddy of mine came over with a bunch of arrows that he is trying out and I shot a couple of 2114's and wow they flew like a "dart". Whats your opinion of these shafts? I weighed them with the Stinger on the end and they weigh in at about 509 grains. Anyone else shooting them? Thanks
Me? I'd stay with the weight of the 2018.
Eric
I would also stick with the 2018's if they fly good for you . A much more durable shaft in my mind.
I agree with Westbrook. IF your 2018s are flying well for you, the extra weight (penetration) and thicker side wall (durability) will make them a better shaft for hunting. The 2114 is a GREAT shaft that I use routinely as a substitute for a 2016 (essentially interchangeable for me). The thinner side wall though makes 2114s a little more prone to damage.
Arne
I love the very versatile 2114. I've found it good for bows in the 45-55# range, and besides, it was a favorite of the great Jack Howard.
However, an equally performing/flying 2018 or 2016 would be my first choice, but that decision is not meant to lessen the greatness of the 2114.
Blackhawk is right. Jack Howard was a strong promoter of 2114s. My opinion is to shoot the shaft that flies best for you. I seriously doubt that 2018s or 2016s will kill an elk any deader than a 2114.
I still have a bunch of 2114's...mostly Autumn Orange. Great shaft but I pretty much shoot 2016/GG II's anymore
What Phil said !!