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Title: New to traditional archery.
Post by: VA10point on July 28, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
I'm sure this question gets asked a lot, I have a 52 pound recurve(unfortunately I don't remember the brand) I've had it for a while and eventually lost all the original arrows I had with it and all the arrows I have gotten since have not shot correctly, what arrow would ya'll recommend? I plan on using this bow to hunt with this fall.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: BOWMARKS on July 28, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
Welcome to the Gang from Pa.

I got to say if you have lost all your arrows while practicing and you plan on hunting this fall with this bow you should maybe put off the hunt till next year , get yourself set up correctly , find a mentor to help you in your area and PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!!!!!!
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: Bud B. on July 28, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
If you're close to here, come on down. We'll help you out.

 http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=94;t=003282  


How long is your draw? Can you put up a pic of the bow? GT Trad 3555s might work or so could 2018s. Hard to tell. We need a bit more info if you can give it.

From what city do you hail in good ol Virginia? I'm sure there are tradgangers near you that can help out.

Welcome to tradgang.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 28, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Much more info will be needed. The make and model of the bow will help, but most importantly, what is your draw length? What type of arrows do you want to shoot (wood, aluminum, or carbon)? And how heavy of a broadhead do you want to shoot?

Also, if you are new to traditional archery, are you sure that your current arrows are completely wrong, or could they still be tuned to your set up? What spine are they, and how long are they? And what sort of flight characteristics are they showing?

Sorry for the long answer, but it's really just not that simple. Especially if you intend to shoot broadheads.

BTW, welcome to the gang! Buckle up, and enjoy this wild ride that we call traditional bowhunting. If you're like most of us here, you're probably already addicted. It only takes one beautiful arch of that feathered shaft to start it.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: VA10point on July 28, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Most of the arrows were lost early on and stump shooting in tall grass. I can keep 3 arrows in a 4" group at 25 yards.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 28, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Guess I'm a slow typer. Lol. The arrow gurus will be along shortly.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: VA10point on July 28, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
I am at work at the moment so pics will have to wait until tomorrow, my draw length is 28" I was thinking of shooting 100 grain hellrazors with a 50 grain insert. I would like to shoot carbon arrows. The arrows are fish tailing to the right.

I live near Harrisonburg va.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: legends1 on July 29, 2014, 12:12:00 AM
You got some great advice. I want to welcome you to Tradgang. your going to enjoy traditional archer.
Title: Re: New to traditional archery.
Post by: The Ole' Bowhunter on July 29, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
TJ Conrads book "Traditional Archery" is a good source for learning about tradigional archery.