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Many times bowhunters are frustrated by a loss of accuracy and a change in impact when shooting broadheads instead of target tips. To fix this problem and get the best accuracy out of hunting arrows it is important to do what is commonly called "tuning your broadheads."
Every arrow as it leaves the bow is undergoing a series of flexes that do not dampen out until the arrow is many feet clear of the bow. Slow motion photography shows these flexes to be up to several times the thickness of the arrow itself. Often multiple flexes are occurring and the arrow appears like a snake as it leaves the bow.
The arrow point follows these flexes. When that point is a broadhead these flexes are pushing the side of the blades against the resistance of the air causing a defection (or planing) of the arrow. Tuning broadheads is positioning the broadhead on the arrow shaft to minimize the effects of these deflections.
The first step in broadhead tuning is having a well tuned bow with properly matched arrows. Arrows from a tuned setup wobble and flex less, and will often group broadheads very well without any extra work. However, even a tuned setup can benefit from the next two steps.
The second step is to orient each broadhead on the shaft so that its blades are in the same position in relation to the cock vane as every other arrow. By orienting all broadhead blades identically the deflection they cause will be the same for each arrow. Arrows that undergo the same deflections will group tighter then ones that deflect differently.
For three bladed broadheads the easiest and best way is to align the blades with the vanes. With four bladed broadheads pick an orientation and make them all the same. For two bladed broadheads or broadheads with two main blades and small bleeder blades it is best to orient the main blades so that their cutting edges align with the dominant non-forward movement of the arrow.. To determine the dominant movement shoot the arrow through paper, if for example you have a slight up and down tear, align the blades vertically, If your tear is left-right set them horizontally.
If your arrows are aluminum with hot melt glue holding the insert, all you have to do to change broadhead orientation is warm the insert and shaft until the glue softens, turn the broadhead and insert until it is positioned where you want it, and let the glue resolidify. On carbon arrows with hot melted inserts do not heat the shaft, instead thread a field point into the insert and heat the tip, letting the heat work its way back the insert until the glue softens and and it can be turned. After it cools exchange the field point for the broadhead and recheck alignment.
Carbon arrow inserts are often glued with epoxies or other permanent glues. The best way to orient broadheads is to have them in the inserts when they are glued. If that's not possible try your broadheads in each arrow, often several will orient in your desired position. There are two ways of aligning the rest. My preferred method is to refletch the arrow, setting the jig to align the fletching to the broadhead. The other method is to use small plastic or rubber o-rings between the broadhead and the shaft. These rings compress and hold the broadhead even when it is not screwed firmly against the shaft, however they add weight and make it harder to complete the next step in broadhead tuning.
The next, and final step, is to center the broadhead on the arrow. Off center broadheads are ones whose blades are not parallel to the shaft of the arrow. Either spin the arrow on the point of the broadhead like a top or spin it in spin tester tool. If you can detect any wobble in the broadhead or shaft the broadhead will need centered.
If the insert is hotmelt glued soften the glue as when orienting the broadhead and with gentle finger pressure push the tip towards center. Let the glue harden, re-spin the arrow, and repeat if needed. If you are good this step can be completed at the same time you orient the broadhead.
With permanently glued inserts the best way to center broadheads is with the ASD tool (stands for arrow squaring device) from G5. With this tool the arrow shaft is turned against a blade which shaves any high spots from the insert and "squares" it to the shaft. A broadhead that does not spin true after being screwed firmly against a squared insert is itself at fault. This problem can mostly be avoided by purchasing quality broadheads to start with, 12.99 Walmart specials just won't make the cut!
Once your broadheads are tuned shoot them and check your groups. If you are still not satisfied try adding more helical or longer fletchings to your arrows. The little bit of velocity you sacrifice by doing so may be a good trade for an increase in accuracy.
Many archers are not happy until their field tips and broadheads impact the same point. This is because they do not want to change sight settings when practicing with different tips. If your arrows with tuned broadheads still do not impact with field tip arrows sometimes they can be brought together by microadjusting the arrow rest in the direction the field tip impacts. For example, if the field tip arrow strikes higher in the target then the broadhead tipped arrow, raise the rest a very small amount and try again. However this will not always work and can have negative affects if carried to extremes. Sometimes it is best to accept the changes from the broadheads and set your sights accordingly.
by Tim Stahl
The author has owned an archery proshop for more then 15 years. He maintains the websites http://www.crossbow-reviews.com and http://www.compound-bow-review.com
Cold Steel Urban Pal (Fixed Blade Utility Knife)
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Hunt Fishing
Does anyone know the names of a game were it has hunting, fishing and another game were you hunt humans?
this game was proabably my favoroite game. it was a deer huting game, fishin, and a game were you hunt humans as a deer. all on one disk. cant remember the name. if you know PLEASE tell me
I had this starred cause I want to play this game to if you find it let us know
I remeber seeing a game on youtube where you can hunt humans as the deer so maybe try looking there I did some searching and found Deers Revenge a couple other titles came up as deers revenge
In addition try this phrase in a search "hunter becomes the hunted" or "you hunt humans as the deer"
What I want is a hunting/fishing MMORPG where you start in the stone age and level up till modern times now that would be cool.
Imagine you start off with a stick and have to level up by killing deer and other animals and fishing chopping down trees for firewood and to build your huts that eventually can become log cabins etc all the while keeping it realistic (now that would be cool)
If you like hunting games try out Deer hunter 2005 you can hunt online and each deer you kill you level up a bit and can add stats, It has a bit of an RPG aspect to it pretty cool check it out it's the best one i found so far
we need some good game company's making some good hunting and fishing games instead of these low budget game company's that push out crap titles
Rex Hunt - Fishing Australia - Sydney Pt. 1
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Folding Knife, Hunting Knife?
I'm looking to get a folding knife to carry around on the day to day to replace my junky one, and a hunting knife for when i go camping later this summer.
For folding knives I've been recommended the Buck Iceman, its the right size, and I do want a serrated edge on the bottom, but i dont really know what im looking for. Ive been told a carbon steel blade is the way to go.
As for a hunting knife i've been recommended the Gerber profile. I do want a fixed blade, something thats durrable and isn't going to break on me.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks in advnace
Survival Bowie
What Knife Would You Choose?
I am looking for a good, all around, fixed blade knife. Something I can take camping, hunting, hiking, and use for "survival" should the SHTF. All this for about $50. I know there is no perfect knife but here are the ones im am looking at. (All these are on Amazon)
- Ka-Bar "short" (USMC style) - $45
- Ka-Bar Heavy Bowie short 12.63in - $42
- Gerber Big Rock Camp Knife - $31
Ka-Bars are NICE but I personally find them too big to comfortably carry around on the trail on my waist. More often than not I'd find myself leavin' it in my tent or backpack and throwing a multi-tool in my pocket.
I say go with the Big Rock, it's light, comfortable, durable and cheap. You're more likely to use it and less likely to be afraid of gettin' it dirty and worn.
TFS S.K.S. (Street Knife Survival) Bowie Knife Drill standing
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Field Dress
Are you totally hopeless when it comes to shopping? Do you often find yourself staring in stores at merchandise and not knowing what to choose? Do you have more bad hair days than good? Do you have trouble picking out the right shoes? Are you inept or afraid to use makeup?
Maybe you should hire a fashion consultant. Fashion is not for everyone. Some women just do not know how to pull the look together. Or they are too busy to shop. Or they just have no interest in clothing and feel that they can better spend their time getting ahead by working harder.
Hillary Clinton, when she first became First Lady, was a mess. She wore a headband and was generally unconcerned about her appearance. She could not understand why everyone was concerned with her appearance at all. After all, she was an intelligent woman who was very successful in her career. But she came across to the American people as frumpy.
In order to improve her image, she hired a fashion consultant. Take a look at Hillary Clinton now. She is poised. She is polished and she is always dressed impeccably as well as professionally. She is more interested in politics than clothing and probably would rather read the Wall Street Journal than Vogue. There is nothing wrong with this. Her interest lie elsewhere. But, unfortunately, hard work does not always get you the promotion or success you desire. Unfortunately, we are judged by our appearance. And if we want to succeed, we have to look successful. Men have it easy. They throw on a shirt, tie, suit and shoes and they are off to work. No one notices. Unfortunately, women are judged a little more on their appearance, even in this day and age. It is important not to only be good at your job, but also to look the part of a professional.
A fashion consultant can help you pull your look together. They can tell you which type of clothes you should wear and which colors look most flattering on you. Women no longer have to dress like men to get ahead, they can wear colors, they can look feminine. They can maintain their feminine qualities and still look professional. Choosing the right clothes and accessories are difficult for many women, particularly those who have spent so much time working and studying in their field. These women can benefit greatly from a fashion consultant.
In addition to helping you choose the right clothes, shoes and accessories for work, a fashion consultant can help you find the right hairstyle that is both professional and flattering for your face shape. They can even advise you on color.
If you are afraid to wear makeup, a fashion consultant can instruct you on the correct ways to apply makeup to enhance your features. Makeup is supposed to bring out the best part of your features, not be used as a mask. A big mistake women make when applying makeup is either using too much during the day or not enough. Or not blending it properly. A fashion consultant can show you wish colors look best for you, which to wear to work and how to apply and blend it properly.
A woman I knew where I used to work was brilliant. She was probably the smartest attorney I ever knew. But she was not going to rise in the corporate ladder. The reason? She did not care about her appearance one iota. She never bothered with her hair or wore makeup and the clothes she wore looked like she got them from a rummage sale. She was successful, smart and had money. But she had no clue as to how to dress for success.
If you want to truly be successful, you have to look the part. You have to not only be good at what you do, but you have to look professional and polished. If you are too busy to be concerned about your appearance, hire a fashion consultant to help you. You will be surprised at the results.
Gregg Hall is an author living with his 18 year old son in Jensen Beach, Florida. Find more about fashion as well as shoe fashion at http://www.shoefashionmagazine.com
How to Field Dress a Deer
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