Pass through has everything to do with shot placement and nothing to do with your poundage. I never had a pass through until I started shooting rages. I also never missed hitting the shoulder until I switched to rages. My bow is a 60lb max and the last time I checked it it was only pulling about 57lbs. Had a pass through on a 30 yard shot.

 

Not sure what your'e talking about? I harvested a doe last week and put a perfect pumphouse shot ont it. She ran 25 yds and dropped. The arrow did not pass through.

Not sure what your'e talking about? I harvested a doe last week and put a perfect pumphouse shot ont it. She ran 25 yds and dropped. The arrow did not pass through.

 

You said Rages won't pass through and I said it had nothing to do with the broadhead and every thing to do with what part of the deer you hit. If you hit bone no broadhead is going to pass through no matter what poundage you are shooting.

I've had pass throughs and I've had some not pass through. The latter were usually either shoulder shots or buried up in bone. I always shot Spitfires and never had any problem with the expandables performing as they are supposed to.

I use to shoot Muzzy 3 blade but when I bought my Tribute I couldn't get them to fly worth a crap out of it. I switched to slick tricks and loved them. Decided to try Rages a couple of years ago and will never shoot anything else now. I can take 6 arrows, 3 with field tips and 3 with Rages, shoot all 6 at 5 yards and won't have to touch my sites. I could never do that with Muzzy's or Slick Tricks. They would always hit a little lower then field points even at 20 yards. Plus if you have never seen what a Rage 2 blade does to a deer you would be amazed.

 

As far as the G5 Montecs, I have never personally shot them but a buddy of mine use too and really liked them. He shoots rages now but keeps one arrow in his quiver with a Montec for when he hunts in his blind. You can't shoot the Rages through Mesh.

 

I've never tried shooting through a blind. I always open the shooting window. I mean, I know a lot of them are actually made to be shot through with razor tips, but it makes me nervous to try it. I've seen what a little tiny branch can do to my arrow...I don't want to knowingly put something between my broadhead and the deer's boiler room.

I've never tried shooting through a blind. I always open the shooting window. I mean, I know a lot of them are actually made to be shot through with razor tips, but it makes me nervous to try it. I've seen what a little tiny branch can do to my arrow...I don't want to knowingly put something between my broadhead and the deer's boiler room.

 

I've shot fixed blades through the mesh a lot of times practicing and never had a problem. I wouldn't try any type of mechanical though even if the manufacturer says they will work. When hunting out of a blind I normally remove the mesh though. I don't like trying to look through it.

I currently shoot the BowTech Guardian, 58# draw weight, and 27.5 inch Flatliner arrows. This is the same bow I have shot all summer 3D shooting. Good fit for me and smooth, fast, and consistant results.

Got the bow out last night to start getting tuned up for bow season (a little late, I know). One of the fibers in my fiber optic sight had somehow managed to snap since last season. I know that with a little patience you can replace the fibers...but the sight was nothing special to begin with, so I'm thinking I'm going to replace the whole thing with an upgrade. Anyone have any opinions on good/bad fiber optic sights that they care to offer?

 

Also, while I'm working over the whole "upgrade" idea, any thoughts on whether or not to replace my whisker biscuit with a different kind of arrow rest?

Got the bow out last night to start getting tuned up for bow season (a little late, I know). One of the fibers in my fiber optic sight had somehow managed to snap since last season. I know that with a little patience you can replace the fibers...but the sight was nothing special to begin with, so I'm thinking I'm going to replace the whole thing with an upgrade. Anyone have any opinions on good/bad fiber optic sights that they care to offer?

 

Also, while I'm working over the whole "upgrade" idea, any thoughts on whether or not to replace my whisker biscuit with a different kind of arrow rest?

I used to use a fall away rest until I had an arrow fall off. Used whisker biscuit ever since. Love it. And if you are shopping sights, there are a blue million. Good luck.

I used to use a fall away rest until I had an arrow fall off. Used whisker biscuit ever since. Love it. And if you are shopping sights, there are a blue million. Good luck.

 

Haha, you've got that right...precisely why I'm asking for suggestions.

Got the bow out last night to start getting tuned up for bow season (a little late, I know). One of the fibers in my fiber optic sight had somehow managed to snap since last season. I know that with a little patience you can replace the fibers...but the sight was nothing special to begin with, so I'm thinking I'm going to replace the whole thing with an upgrade. Anyone have any opinions on good/bad fiber optic sights that they care to offer?

 

Also, while I'm working over the whole "upgrade" idea, any thoughts on whether or not to replace my whisker biscuit with a different kind of arrow rest?

Take a look at something like the QAD Ultra rest. It is a fully contained fallaway. There are a couple of others on the market as well but the QAD is probably my favorite.

 

As far as sights, to be honest it's hard to go wrong with just about anything on the market. I think it just depends on how much you want to spend and how much tunablility you want with it. If you like the vertical pin design Trophy Ridge makes some nice models. They take some getting use too if you've never used one but they are pretty neat. Some other good brands are Spot Hogg, G5, Fuse, Octane, HHA. Again, it depends on how much you want to spend but you really can't go wrong with just about anything out there. You mainly want to make sure it is built well (not plastic) since hunting sights can take some abuse.

 

What kind of sight do you currently have? Most sights you can buy replacment pins for with the fiber already installed. I have a Copper John sight and I've bought replacement pins for it before.

I am looking to purchase a new bow and am looking for some feedback, advice, suggestions, etc. Am pretty much out of touch with the latest technology in bows. Have been looking at some of the more popular brands. One thing for sure I would like input on is on the single cam vs. dual cam debate. Reason I'm wondering about that is someone recommended some of the new Mission bows and most of those are dual cam. Any feedback would be appreciated and thanks in advance.

I am looking to purchase a new bow and am looking for some feedback, advice, suggestions, etc. Am pretty much out of touch with the latest technology in bows. Have been looking at some of the more popular brands. One thing for sure I would like input on is on the single cam vs. dual cam debate. Reason I'm wondering about that is someone recommended some of the new Mission bows and most of those are dual cam. Any feedback would be appreciated and thanks in advance.

First, how much are you looking to spend? The price of bows has gotten a little out of control. The top end bows from the big 3 or 4 manufacturers have gone through the roof.

 

As far as the single cam vs. dual cam I lean more towards the dual cam. Even Matthews has seen the light in recent years and started moving toward dual cam bows. Whatever you decide make sure to go shoot several different styles/models before making your purchase. Don't let anyone's opinion make your decision for you. Go in with an open mind. What I've learned is manufacturers have their fanboys that will beat their brands drum no matter what. The best thing to do is find a dealer who sells lot's of different manufacturers, that way you can shoot a several different models side by side. This will give you a better comparison.

First, how much are you looking to spend? The price of bows has gotten a little out of control. The top end bows from the big 3 or 4 manufacturers have gone through the roof.

 

As far as the single cam vs. dual cam I lean more towards the dual cam. Even Matthews has seen the light in recent years and started moving toward dual cam bows. Whatever you decide make sure to go shoot several different styles/models before making your purchase. Don't let anyone's opinion make your decision for you. Go in with an open mind. What I've learned is manufacturers have their fanboys that will beat their brands drum no matter what. The best thing to do is find a dealer who sells lot's of different manufacturers, that way you can shoot a several different models side by side. This will give you a better comparison.

 

Thanks for info. I am looking to stay in the lower spectrum of pricing 400-550. For that reason I had been looking at a couple of Pse models in that range. But a relative who recently purchased a Mission bow turned me onto those. Wasnt sure about dual cam thing, had heard there could be timing issues, but also heard that on the newer bows that wasnt really a problem. By the way I forgot to mention my current bow is an old Pse Nova, which as the last dealer I spoke to said, any bow you buy will blow you away compared to what you have.

Thanks for info. I am looking to stay in the lower spectrum of pricing 400-550. For that reason I had been looking at a couple of Pse models in that range. But a relative who recently purchased a Mission bow turned me onto those. Wasnt sure about dual cam thing, had heard there could be timing issues, but also heard that on the newer bows that wasnt really a problem. By the way I forgot to mention my current bow is an old Pse Nova, which as the last dealer I spoke to said, any bow you buy will blow you away compared to what you have.

Shouldn't be any issues with timing on the new dual cam bows. I've shot one since 2007 and it's the best bow I've ever had. I've heard good things about Mission bows, especially for the price. Once you narrow down your choices I would do some research on each on the internet. archerytalk.com is good site although there can be some stupid posters just like any other site. At the end of the day if you shot a bow and like it you probably can't go wrong. Bow technology has come light years since you bought your Nova.