Bamboo/ Cane Arrows

GANDGOLF · March 03, 2016, 12:00:00 PM

Where can someone purchase some good Bamboo or cane arrows ?? Thanks Dano

iohkus · March 03, 2016, 03:10:00 PM

To purchase GOOD finished ones is rather expensive because of all the work that goes into them. Best to purchase GOOD shafts and DIY.

GANDGOLF · March 03, 2016, 03:16:00 PM

I've learned over the course of my life- I save lots money - paying a professional !! Been trying to make my own wooden arrows for 6 months , ain't got a good bunch yet!!

macbow · March 04, 2016, 10:01:00 AM

Whatis your draw length and weight?

GANDGOLF · March 07, 2016, 06:49:00 AM

My draw weight is 48#. I draw 28.25". But I'm shooting an A&H ACS. Skinny string . I'm up to 65-70 # spine for wood arrows. They still show weak, thru the paper.

Roy from Pa · March 07, 2016, 07:04:00 AM

What length are the arrows cut to? Every inch longer over 28 inches and they drop 5 pounds in dynamic spine weight though. Try lowering your brace height first, a little at a time. Or build out the side plate.

GANDGOLF · March 08, 2016, 08:24:00 AM

Thanks Roy, I think I still wanna try some bamboo or cane arrows. I believe they are a little tougher. I'm getting tired of making woods , only to break them after a couple shots.

bruinman · March 08, 2016, 08:43:00 AM

Ryan Gill makes very nice ones.

Roy from Pa · March 08, 2016, 10:26:00 AM

Can't say that I blame you, Dan. Cane or bamboo arrows are much stronger than wooden arrows and they look sharp as heck and fly very well. Made a few of them myself..

WESTBROOK · March 08, 2016, 11:26:00 AM

Those are nice....I guess...if that's whatcha like... :D

Just kidding Roy....very nice...

Roy from Pa · March 08, 2016, 11:59:00 AM

LOL, thanks...

bruinman · March 08, 2016, 12:26:00 PM

Beautiful arrows!

GANDGOLF · March 09, 2016, 09:12:00 AM

Wow ! Roy those are nice ! With my 65-70# spine the arrows are coming out about 28.5" I'd like for them to be a little longer. I have some 70-75# spine I haven't made up --Yet. Was looking to purchase a Good set of cane arrows , for the reliability. Does Ryan Gill sell cane arrows ? If so how do I get in touch with him ?? Thanks Dano

March 09, 2016, 04:38:00 PM

Dano, just google Gill's Primitave Archery for Ryans website.

Bisch

GANDGOLF · March 10, 2016, 09:15:00 AM

I will do that ! Thanks Bisch !

huntercole · March 11, 2016, 12:44:00 PM

The trad bow shop I go to has quite a selection of bamboo shafts for what I think is a good price. I'll see what he has for heavier spines when I go next week. I've built a dozen each for my brother and myself and they turned out fairly well. They've only broke shooting through deer.

huntercole · March 11, 2016, 12:45:00 PM

The trad bow shop I go to has quite a selection of bamboo shafts for what I think is a good price. I'll see what he has for heavier spines when I go next week. I've built a dozen each for my brother and myself and they turned out fairly well. They've only broke shooting through deer.

longstiks · March 12, 2016, 07:42:00 AM

Dano,pm sent.
Denny

Rob W. · March 12, 2016, 08:31:00 AM

If you want to tackle building your own it can be done with bamboo garden stakes and a little time. Well, maybe more than a little time but I think it's worth it. I usually start with 5' garden stakes from Menards. Here are some 4' I picked up last night that look promising. I think they were around $3.50 a dozen.

M_Jorge · March 12, 2016, 03:57:00 PM

I took a chance and ordered some bamboo shafts from China. They were a bit pricy. $100 for 50 shafts, but they were all incredibly well spine matched, straight, and heat tempered. I've been very happy with the few dozen arrows I've made so far.

If you'd like the sellers info drop me a note.
Mike