helical fletch question
09-30-2005, 05:43 PM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: South Bend IN
Posts: 296
helical fletch question
What amount of helix do most of you shoot and why? I have 2317's with only a slight amount of helical twist and some that are fairly pronounced. I don't see any difference in accuracy. Seems like the more helical twist, the greater loss of arrow speed, not that that is a big deal with most bows.
09-30-2005, 06:32 PM
#2
Boone & Crockett
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Lehigh County PA USA
Posts: 12,157
RE: helical fletch question
I think speed loss is extremely marginal between a helical and a straight or offset fletch. I haven't done any testing of this but I would hardpressed tobelieve more than 2-3 fps.
As for amount....I believe somewhere around 4-5 degrees is standard.
As for amount....I believe somewhere around 4-5 degrees is standard.
09-30-2005, 08:08 PM
#3
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Grain Valley, MO.
Posts: 3,030
RE: helical fletch question
I use the Arizona E-Z fletch, and it works well for me. I believe it's 6 degrees. and non adjustable. I shoot thru a W.B., and I use a small bead of glue on the leading edge of the vane to help with wear. my bow is fairly slow compaired to most of you guys, only 210 fps. But still have no problems getting pass thrus. hope this helps.
