Ok.....Where?

Bullie · May 04, 2012, 05:52:00 PM

I want to install a stabilizer adapter on this Martin X-200. It's pretty beefy so I am thinking it would be ok, but, I have to say, "What do I know?". So, would you guys drill it and if so, where?

Rob W. · May 04, 2012, 05:55:00 PM

Have you looked at the gadget adapter that 3 rivers sells? It is very stable and removable.

Rob

Gen273 · May 04, 2012, 06:00:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Rob W.:
Have you looked at the gadget adapter that 3 rivers sells? It is very stable and removable.

Rob

I agree with Rob, the Adapter is the way to go.

Bullie · May 04, 2012, 06:04:00 PM

I have looked at it. But, I don't know it would hold up to some of the really big gar I hope to skewer with it. Have you guys used them on fishing bows?

Rob W. · May 04, 2012, 06:43:00 PM

I would trust it more than an insert IMO.

May 04, 2012, 06:58:00 PM

i have used the gadget adapter, and they are very strong and stable if you stretch the bands good and tight.
of course i havent shot anything over fifty pounds, so i'd say they are plenty strong for normal sized fish. but if i were gonna drillit i would go about 4 1/2 - 5" below shelf.

Bullie · May 04, 2012, 07:39:00 PM

Y'all have me lookin' and re-thinkin'.

owlbait · May 04, 2012, 08:27:00 PM

How much do you like the bow? How big are the gar? If your after really big gar I'm not sure the gadget adapter will hold up.ymmv

KHALVERSON · May 04, 2012, 08:30:00 PM

gadget adaptor and ams retreiver if your gonna bowfish

Bullie · May 04, 2012, 11:02:00 PM

The gar are big. I donno if there are any alligator gar in the lake I will fish most, but it is definately not out of the question. The Mississippi delta has some big rough fish.

The bow is in good shape and I might try to get $100 for it someday so I went with the adaptor. If I do stick a big one I could see how having a metal rod screwed into the bow might not work out great.

JamesKerr · May 04, 2012, 11:17:00 PM

The gadget adaptor and AMS reel is one of the best set ups for bowfishing period!