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by ninepointer
Tue May 31, 2005 11:22 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: New Riser Configuration
Replies: 6
Views: 2749

I am new to this forum, so perhaps the following question has already been discussed at length, but here goes: While we are on the topic of pin sights, are there any advantages to shooting with pins versus scopes? I am still using the factory installed plastic hooded peep and brass pins that came wi...
by ninepointer
Fri May 27, 2005 9:03 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Favourite Climbers?
Replies: 6
Views: 3066

Favourite Climbers?

I'm looking for advice on a climbing stand. My main criteria is that the stand be silent when setting up and climbing. I used a borrowed Tree Lounge last fall, but was frustrated by the inevitable clanking while setting it up. I am thinking of a Lone Wolf climber. Any suggestions? Thanks. -Ninepoint...
by ninepointer
Fri May 27, 2005 8:41 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Anybody else shooting 22" bolts?
Replies: 10
Views: 6565

Digger, I shoot an older Exocet (bought in around '96) with 125 gr. broadheads. I'm not sure if it is my new vanes or new carbons (I used to shoot aluminum) or a combination of both, but my groups with broadheads have gone from being unpredictable to the point now where at distances under 25 yards I...
by ninepointer
Wed May 25, 2005 9:18 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Anybody else shooting 22" bolts?
Replies: 10
Views: 6565

Anybody else shooting 22" bolts?

I just had a half dozen bolts made up: 22" Goldtip Lazer 2's, brass inserts, Quickspin vanes and half-moon nocks. A very significant increase in accuracy with broadheads.

-Ninepointer-
by ninepointer
Wed May 25, 2005 9:08 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Home made target
Replies: 3
Views: 2233

Thanks for the tips guys. I too have been shooting in my basement, at long range... 15 yards. :wink:

-Ninepointer-
by ninepointer
Tue May 24, 2005 11:01 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Home made target
Replies: 3
Views: 2233

Home made target

I recently made myself a target from 6-inch wide cross-sections of Tentest, which are compressed between two 2x4's using threaded rods, washers and wingnuts. I have seen such targets used by other archers. Has anyone on this forum had experience with such targets. For now I have been shooting some o...