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Wanting to switch to fixed blades: #4401246 07/19/13 02:06 AM
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I am wanting to switch to fixed blade broad heads and get away from the rage heads that I have been shooting. I made to good shots on deer this past season and lost them both and I hate that feeling! I know that there are a lot of different opinions on what head to use but I am open to suggestions. I am shooting a 29" draw at about 70 pounds with carbon arrows and blazer vanes. My bow is a PSE X-Force to help give you an idea of the type of speed my bow has. Just curious as to what you guys think I should shoot.

Thanks for your help in advance and great hunting to everyone this season.


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Re: Wanting to switch to fixed blades: [Re: Booner1] #4401309 07/19/13 02:19 AM
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VPA makes a great head, as does, Solid, GK, interlok, Slick Trick and G3


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slick tricks or Exodus

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As does Montec, Thunder heads.


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I like Muzzy's 3 blades 100 gr.
But any SHARP BH that is tuned to your bow will work added that shot placement is on as well.

Re: Wanting to switch to fixed blades: [Re: sqiggy] #4402488 07/19/13 03:18 PM
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bunch of good cut on contact heads out. Magnus is great for the cost. heard good things about the carbon express xt4 which I will try this year. as already mentioned, slick trick, basspro has store brand, muzzy mx, shuttle

Re: Wanting to switch to fixed blades: [Re: exoticbob] #4402646 07/19/13 04:07 PM
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Montec is the only fixed I will use.

Re: Wanting to switch to fixed blades: [Re: Chuck McDonald] #4402849 07/19/13 05:10 PM
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I killed a large oak tree while hunting Auodad not long ago...didnd't phase the Magnus stinger!! Will be my broadhead for life...


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Re: Wanting to switch to fixed blades: [Re: Booner1] #4403013 07/19/13 06:08 PM
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After using the Rage 2 blade the last 5 seasons I switched to fixed blade for this season. I had a couple of questionable mishaps last season. I am shooting Montec and loving how they fly out of my set up...

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I use Thunderheads and have had no problems!!!


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I have only used fixed, just started bow hunting last year. I use Ramcats and Exodus. Both are awesome.

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I shoot the exact same set-up as you..Bow, length, draw, and I too quit using Rage broadheads because they failed to engage several times resulting in lost game.
I experimented with several more broadheads, no more mechanicals, and have settled in with Montec CS 100gr.
They're extremely durable, reusable, and zip right through.
Try 'em,you'll love them.

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Ditch the rage and move to rocket sidewinders


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Get the 100gr Ramcats, put the 125gr blades in them and you'll have a 1.5" 3 blade at 102/103 grains. Plain nasty.

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100 grain G5 Strykers

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Thanks for all of the advise. Do any of the above mentioned have practice heads or do you just shoot them and replace the blades before it is time to hunt? Where is the best place with the largest selection of heads? Guess I will need to experiment with several types of heads until I find what shoots well from my bow and with my shooting style.


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The Montec CS broadheads are one solid piece of carbon steel with three cutting edges. They do not come with practice heads, just use a broadhead target and resharpen the blades.
I purchased a flat sharpening stone that I believe is under the G5 name, and those carbon steel edges are back like a razor in no time.
Cabelas has a huge selection , as well as BPS. Shop on line, even Ebay, and you can get some good prices.
Give these a try for sure out of that X-Force.

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The new Muzzy Trocar flys like a field tip.

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