One of the most controversial subjects in archery is what type of arrow penetrates the best. Discussions revolve around arrow diameter, broadhead type, front of center FOC , arrow weight, etc. This article will focus on the most controversial of the variables, the arrow weight. You can hardly visit an archery related message board without finding at least a few posts on this subject that range from new archers asking questions to all-out mudslinging debates on who is right.
The Secret to Maximizing Bowhunting Arrow Penetration
The Secret to Maximizing Bowhunting Arrow Penetration
Kinetic energy, momentum, mechanical advantage and coefficient of resistance are a part of the basic terminology of physics. All are used and often misused, in attempts to predict the terminal performance of various bow, arrow and broadhead combinations. Much of the misuse originates from a lack of understanding of what, by definition, these terms mean and what it is they measure. As such, all broadheads are no more than a series of inclined planes. The mechanical advantage M.
Given modern archery equipment, penetration is probably the last thing the average bowhunter needs to worry about. How deep into the ground do you really need your arrow to go after it passes through a deer? Now, this is not to say that you should forget about the penetration potential of your setup.
There is no single "big thing" to getting an arrow and broadhead system to penetrate. These 12 arrow penetration factors were been strenuously researched, tested and ranked in order of importance by Dr. All 12 points are insights gained from Dr.