02-27-2007, 07:32 PM
First off you will loose some accuracy because you are moving your forward resting point toward the rear of the arrow. Think of it like resting the front end of your rifle stock on a bench then try resting the trigger guard on the bench. It's just not as solid of a resting point.
Second, you take off a little weight which affects your K.E. Yes you gain speed but not very much. SPEED DOESN'T KILL. Shot placement does. The overall best scenario is to have fast moving mass.
Take the weight and accuracy over speed any day. If your wondering about the speed, look at all the bow kills over the years with recurves and long bows. They barely make 200 fps (some won't even get that), and they shoot big heavy heads. They usually get great results when they make contact.
My set up right now, 410 gr total weight (arrow and broadhead) at 270 fps. 64lb draw. Easy to shoot and good penetration.
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Second, you take off a little weight which affects your K.E. Yes you gain speed but not very much. SPEED DOESN'T KILL. Shot placement does. The overall best scenario is to have fast moving mass.
Take the weight and accuracy over speed any day. If your wondering about the speed, look at all the bow kills over the years with recurves and long bows. They barely make 200 fps (some won't even get that), and they shoot big heavy heads. They usually get great results when they make contact.
My set up right now, 410 gr total weight (arrow and broadhead) at 270 fps. 64lb draw. Easy to shoot and good penetration.
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