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Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: DuBois on January 31, 2019, 12:08:27 am

Title: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: DuBois on January 31, 2019, 12:08:27 am
I am working on a 22" draw not center shot bow and want to make arrows with it. Not sure how to spine these or even how important spine is on arrows this short. Would I want heavier points than normal for poundage of bow?
Title: Re: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: Pappy on January 31, 2019, 05:56:01 am
It is very important if you want them to fly well, you will need a really light spined arrow it you plan on cutting them that short and yes a heavier point will help some also. Best option is leave the shafts longer. Start with a long shaft and if it is to weak cut it little by little until it flies straight.
I never worry about how much arrow shaft is out front as long as they fly well. I would start with shafts that are a little less that the draw weight of the bow and cut accordingly.
 
 Pappy
Title: Re: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: Pat B on January 31, 2019, 06:12:23 am
I agree with Pappy.
Title: Re: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: lebhuntfish on January 31, 2019, 08:28:13 am
Me to,  and if you cut it a little to short and make the arrow too stiff you can change the tip to a bit heavier one.  That will make the arrow flex a little more. 

Patrick
Title: Re: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: lebhuntfish on January 31, 2019, 08:30:40 am
Of course you could cut them to the right length,  say 22 1/2, then sand the center of the shaft on each arrow until it shoots straight. Options!

Patrick
Title: Re: Change to spine with shorter arrows
Post by: DuBois on January 31, 2019, 02:43:35 pm
Alright,
thanks fellas