Arkansas Paul
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Didn't know whether to post this in hunting or non-firearms weapons, so move it if it needs it please.
I'm going to be giving crossbow hunting a serious go this year for the first time. I'm a total rookie when it comes to archery hunting, so maybe ya'll can clear up a couple things.
Are broadheads any different for crossbows than for your ordinary compound or recurve bow? I've heard that I need to use 125 grain broadheads to stabalize the shorter bolts. Is this true?
Also, there are so many options when it comes to buying bolts. Are there really that many differences? I know the pros and cons of aluminum vs carbon, but how much difference can there be between two carbon bolts of the same length and weight? The three bolts that came with my Horton 150 package shoot plenty accurate, and I'm sure they're not the expensive ones. I don't mind spending the extra cash if it's worth it, but don't want to do it if I don't need to.
Thanks. Feel free to offer any additional advice because I'm just starting out.
I'm going to be giving crossbow hunting a serious go this year for the first time. I'm a total rookie when it comes to archery hunting, so maybe ya'll can clear up a couple things.
Are broadheads any different for crossbows than for your ordinary compound or recurve bow? I've heard that I need to use 125 grain broadheads to stabalize the shorter bolts. Is this true?
Also, there are so many options when it comes to buying bolts. Are there really that many differences? I know the pros and cons of aluminum vs carbon, but how much difference can there be between two carbon bolts of the same length and weight? The three bolts that came with my Horton 150 package shoot plenty accurate, and I'm sure they're not the expensive ones. I don't mind spending the extra cash if it's worth it, but don't want to do it if I don't need to.
Thanks. Feel free to offer any additional advice because I'm just starting out.