Arrows!

Rage_A_Holic · Post by **Rage_A_Holic** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 3:38 pm

As some of you know; I just got an Exomax from Isrpm.... it comes with
-260 gr Gold Laser IIs
-85 gr Crimson Talons

Thats only a 345gr arrow. I'm thinking about going with far larger arrows for hunting, and keeping these for target practice.

I was talking to TYE he recommends a Beman Thunderbolt, 125 Hammer SST combo. Thats a 455gr. arrow.

or a 2216 with 125 Hammer SST... thats also 455gr.

I was also considering a 2219 with 125 Hammer SSTs.... thats 503gr. I believe.

Any other recommended combos? any comments on the ones above?

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 3:46 pm

Like I told you, it's mostly personal preference with everyone.

I think using a light bolt will be hard on the Exomax.

With my Phoenix, the Beman's / 2216's with 125gr. Wasp Hammer's fly like darts out to 65 yards (not that I would shoot at an animal from that far).

If I had an Exomax, I would shoot a 2216 bolt with either 100 or 125 broadhead, and I would probably use a Dacron Flemish Super String. Just MY 2 cents.

sumner4991 · Post by **sumner4991** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:11 pm

Rage . . .I'm in the same boat as you and I'm currently researching the difference in bolts. Tye is right, there isn't much difference in the bolts. The Exomax does add some stress, however, I don't think it's a matter of life or death(for the deer). With that said, this spring I want to determine what bolt fits me best. I'm leaning toward a heavier bolt for stability and will most likely use blazer vanes in the 1.5" or 2" length. I am currently shooting the Gold Tip II's with brass inserts ,4" vanes and 100 grain tips. The target tips work extremely well, however, I have experienced some crazy things with the fixed blade broadheads. I might even experiment with the mechanical broadheads . . .will need to double band them. I did kill two deer with two bolts this season with no complaints. However, I had a couple of the 100 grain wasps fly 4" off one way or another for no apparent reason while target practicing. They shot fine, then crazy . . .I think it was the oscillation and/or wind. 4" can make a big difference and if I can shoot a little different bolt and make them hit two inches closer . . .well, I'll do it.

You will love the Max. Congrats on a great deal.

See the other thread.

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:14 pm

Lawrence you ain't even got the bow yet and you're going coocoo lol

Rage_A_Holic · Post by **Rage_A_Holic** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:16 pm

Thanks a lot buddy.

I think I'm leaning towards the 2219s with 125 hammers. make it a tad easier in the bow.

Rage_A_Holic · Post by **Rage_A_Holic** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:18 pm

TYE wrote:Lawrence you ain't even got the bow yet and you're going coocoo lol

hows you face from walking into that door

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:20 pm

Rage_A_Holic wrote:
TYE wrote:Lawrence you ain't even got the bow yet and you're going coocoo lol
hows you face from walking into that door

Naw my shoulder hit the door, not my face.

The firecrackers goin' off on my crotch hurt more though.

shurite44 · Post by **shurite44** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:25 pm

I shoot 345 grain bolts from my emag, and also with the forward riser on it. So it is an emax. Gold tip II with 100 grain nitron. Very accurate and fast.

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:29 pm

These are pretty sexy bolts.

http://www.eastonarchery.com/productsPa ... ePowerBolt

fletch · Post by **fletch** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 5:59 pm

Hey Tye you got a price per on those bolts? If you can let us know.
Thanks.

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 6:09 pm

fletch wrote:Hey Tye you got a price per on those bolts? If you can let us know.
Thanks.

For the camo bolts? I have no idea, beats me.

fletch · Post by **fletch** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 6:11 pm

OK I thought you might have an in at the archery shop.

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 6:17 pm

fletch wrote:OK I thought you might have an in at the archery shop.

I don't work there anymore.

Rage_A_Holic · Post by **Rage_A_Holic** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 10:24 pm

I think I decided

2219 + Wasp Hammer SST 125gr.

Any Comments?
anyone else tried this setup?

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 10:48 pm

Me..... it flew good, but slooooooooooow lol