Bear Archery Compound Bow 2004 - Manual (Page 33)

BOW SET-UP
Arrow Selection
Arrow selection depends on the peak draw weight,
let-off and draw length settings of your bow. Refer to
arrow manufacturers arrow selection tables using this
information.
The Archery Manufactures Organization (AMO) rec-
ommends a minimum of six grains arrow weight per
pound of peak weight. The International Bowhunters
Organization (IBO) allows a minimum of five grains arrow
weight per pound of peak weight. Arrow weight is the
total combined weight of your arrow, nock insert, and
point or broadhead.
To determine the lightest arrow you can safely shoot,
use the following format:
Peak Draw Multiply By =Minimum Safe
Weight 5 Grains Arrow Weight
(Lb) Per Pound (Grains
Exceeding the minimum weight causes no safety
problems. However, do not shoot less than your mini-
mum arrow weight.
The weight of the arrow you select can be deter-
mined as follows:
1) From an arrow chart, find the weight of your arrow
shaft based on the size and length.
2) Add the weight of your broadhead or point.
3) Add 35 grains to cover the nock, insert and fletch-
ing. For example.
Arrow Point Other Total
2317–30” Mag 125
396 Gr +125 GR +35 Gr =558 Gr
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