Little different spin on a common question
08-02-2004, 10:59 AM
#12
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: East Yapank NY USA
Posts: 3,457
RE: Little different spin on a common question
I will (never had yet) take a shot out to 40 yds when all else is perfect. That is MY limit because I practice that shot all year for years and I am confident I will make it happen if needed.
As far as string jump - I am more concerned about that at 20 yds that I am at 40 yds.
As far as string jump - I am more concerned about that at 20 yds that I am at 40 yds.
08-02-2004, 12:09 PM
#13
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Blissfield MI USA
Posts: 5,293
RE: Little different spin on a common question
I have a self imposed limit of around 25 or 30 yards. It's a combination of equipment limitations and the fact that I don't judge yardage that well. If I know for a fact something is 30 yards away and it's not alert I would take the shot. If I am not sure or the deer is wary, I would most likely pass.
I shoot a short draw length bow with fairly low poundage. My speed and KE is not very impressive, so I try to limit my range with that in consideration.
Paul
I shoot a short draw length bow with fairly low poundage. My speed and KE is not very impressive, so I try to limit my range with that in consideration.
Paul
08-02-2004, 01:03 PM
#14
Typical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 590
RE: Little different spin on a common question
My limit is 30 yards. This limit is a reflection on my accuracy, number one, because I can't guarantee I'll keep every arrow in an 8" circle beyond that range. Number two, since most of my bowhunting is for elk, and I generate only 53 ft-lbs with my rig, I just don't want to play with the possibility of one-lunging a bull and losing him.
08-02-2004, 01:16 PM
#15
Join Date: Feb 2003
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Posts: 6,006
RE: Little different spin on a common question
My max range is 40 yards. Because of the area I hunt, I'll rarley see a deer or elk out past 40 yards. In the next year or two (probably two) I'm planning on a Mule deer hunt in an area where shots can be as far as 60 yards or more so I'll probably add another pin to make it 50. I'm comfortable shooting long ranges, I can get good groupings, I just don't need to shoot that far.
