Would this work for my 30# recurve? I'm concerned the arrows won't stick with people saying 100# crossbows can only shoot in a few inches.
1023814
I have a 65 lb compound bow and my arrows penetrate several inches sometimes 6 or more. It should work fine at 35 lbs, just make sure your target points match the diameter of your arrow shafts. If the points are wider than the arrow they will be difficult to remove. And if they are smaller than the arrow shaft they may not penetrate well. Good luck
1023815
Your bow should be fine. I think the response concerning the crossbow was a bit "overstated". I'm shooting a 60# compound w/field tips and they went in 3-5 ". I've taken mine apart after more than 2000 shots and recycled the contents into a replacement bag cover which I highly recommend doing! ;0)
1023816
Absolutely. My brothers wife shoots a 35# recurve, and the arrows stick with no problem. Crossbow bolts do not have as much kinetic energy as a longer arrow because they are shorter. You will not have any problems with this target.
1380392
Before answering , I think I need to say that this bow will not be adequate for a tall person, (over 5'10"). The draw length will not extend beyond 29".The string is quite good for an inexpensive bow. It should last several years depending on how you treat it. Have a bow shop check it after your first year. I have used this how for hunting, and feel like I need no other bow. It is an older design, but a good one. It will need to have the draw length set, and have a better arrow rest (Whisper Buscuit type) and also a peep site added. You will need good carbon arrows, and you will be all set. I couldn't believe what a great bow for so cheap. Before answering , I think I need to say that this bow will not be adequate for a tall person, (over 5'10"). The draw length will not extend beyond 29".The string is quite good for an inexpensive bow. It should last several years depending on how you treat it. Have a bow shop check it after your first year. I have used this how for hunting, and feel like I need no other bow. It is an older design, but a good one. It will need to have the draw length set, and have a better arrow rest (Whisper Buscuit type) and also a peep site added. You will need good carbon arrows, and you... » Read More Before answering , I think I need to say that this bow will not be adequate for a tall person, (over 5'10"). The draw length will not extend beyond 29".The string is quite good for an inexpensive bow. It should last several years depending on how you treat it. Have a bow shop check it after your first year. I have used this how for hunting, and feel like I need no other bow. It is an older design, but a good one. It will need to have the draw length set, and have a better arrow rest (Whisper Buscuit type) and also a peep site added. You will need good carbon arrows, and you will be all set. I couldn't believe what a great bow for so cheap. « Show Less
827941
28" inch arrows seems to work best, I wouldn't go less than that. 30" might be good except more of the shaft would stick out the end. In Competition only the 28" would be used anyways. These bows are used and recognized by most all school archery classes and competitions. They like 28". hope this helps you.
1558839
Hello Jim, I am pretty sure you can use 20 or 22" bolts, there is room on my crossbow. I would make sure if you are using this for hunting, you practice with the same size bolt and the same weight tips. I am very pleased with my Buck Commander. It assembled very easily, after I watched a couple youtube videos. I am shooting the 20" and they are working fine on the targets. Waiting for next hunting season. They are super fast and after sighted in, they tack the bolts. Do not use more than three at a time, you don't want to Robin Hood the bolt. Good Luck, Bill
1344819
I would say yes. I am shooting about 310fps. I do think a size with more depth may be more appropriate for a crossbow. If it were me, I would purchase a crossbow target to get more shots out of the target. Using two targets might be another option. If you are only going to shoot to sight in and then check occasionally then this target would be fine especially if you shoot at all the different bulls painted on the target. Hope this helps.
923620
Absolutely! These arrows are perfect for a recurve of that size. Length of arrow is not an issue with a beginner, as long as they are not more than 1/4 the overall-length beyond the draw-length (in this case, up to 8")... longer than that, and they become too difficult to aim/shoot accurately with a low draw-weight. 20# is just fine for shooting these arrows (recommended range is 10-45#). My youngest shoots them from his 10# compound @ 25" draw... all day long!
205426
Yes! Since it is feather fletched there will be no problem shooting off the hand or off a shelf. For a 28" draw, you'll want 1816 arrows cut at 28", or, if you'd prefer arrows also capable of a longer draw, 1916 arrows cut at either 29 or 30 inches. It's best to find a consistent anchor point, however, or else accuracy will be seriously affected. I would get the 29" arrows at 1916, in case you ever find yourself wanting a higher draw weight. All you have to do is cut them down an inch to 28" and they'll work for up to a 55lb recurve or longbow.
1570219
Unlikely, so long as you are using field points. My 70# recurve gets about 8" of penetration, and my 120# yew bow will go through it, but it'll get stuck before the vanes come anywhere near the block. A 35# won't be an issue.
543714
Yes it will. The only issue would be getting them out. My bow is shooting around 330 and with normal field tips it is very difficult to romove the arrows. I switched to field tips specifically designed for these type of targets.
899415
Bear in mind that this is made to stop 350 or 400 grain arrows going 300 fps from a 70# compound, and it does a good job of that, so it is pretty solid. The main problem I would expect would be arrows bouncing off. That being said we use it with my wife's 25 lb recurve and it is a little dense for that light weight but we use sharper field points and very rarely do we have an arrow bounce off at 10 or 20 yards. With a heavier draw weight recurve, say 40 lb, expect it would be fine, as long as your distance isn't too great.
205425
It works great for a traditional bow, I prefer these on my traditional recurve than my compound bow. Hope this helps
1759676
I don`t know when I shot recurves we all shot instinctive. But if you have bolt holes on that take down for sights it will probably work. But then again with a recurve one pin should do. Sorry I think I didn't help much.
665581
It should be about perfect for you. Even if you can't quite get it, you will after a couple of sessions. My 10 year old son led for a few days but eventually was able to fully draw back the arrow. They are just shy of 28" in length.
1957475
Hello,I have a recurve bow from 1972 60" the string seems to fit tight enough, though I have not had the time to actually take it to a range and test it. It is worth the "try" you can always return the string. I could not find anything even at Cabela's so I ordered from Amazon.
1310469
The package states "for use with 39lb or less bows". hope that's the answer you were looking for...
753244
I would consult the manufacturers guide for the xbow. I do know you are putting yourself in danger of at least an inaccurate shot if you use a bolt that is not the correct length and weight for your bow. I have heard it can damage the bolt over time also and firing a damaged bolt can result in it sharrtering. I just imagine shards of carbon going in my face or hands and that is enough for me not to risk it. What xbow did you get???
1671935
My bow is a lightweight recurve pulling about 35#. All commercially made bow strings obviously take this into account. These arrows I purchased nocked onto that bowstring well. I would not try to use these fiberglass arrows on any bow pulling more than 40#.