New and Faster Cams

[clarkj35]

Why is it that I cannot just throw on a set off newer, faster cams to my older bow and pick up some speed. I am new to bowhunting, so I am sure this is a ridiculous question, But my bow shoots around 250 fps now but am looking to pick up some spped. I shoot with my friends who shoot newer bows at around 310-320 and I know my bow will probably never reach those speeds but around 280 would be nice. So what can I do to speed my bow up? Lighter arrows, more poundage, new strings, etc.? I can't afford a new bow so I will make do with what I have so help is greatly appreciated.

[TxTechBowhunter]

You could, but after buying new cams, probably $200, than new strings and cable, probably $100, you are at half the price of a new bow.

There is nothing wrong with 250 fps as long as you can put the arrow where it counts.

[Goldeneagle]

I hunted for years and shot many deer with a bow shooting 204fps. Just keep practicing and put it where it counts.

[Shark Attack]

Totally depends on how old the bow is and what model bow you are talking about . In most cases it would not be wise to put different cams on your bow because it was not designed to handle the wheels you want to put on your rig . I have seen some bows with new cams as well as a few I put together myself just messing around . Another thing to consider is the brace height , pounds , and draw length are greatly effected when changing out cams . I think it would be better and safer to stay where you are right now . The speed you are shooting is plenty fast .

I hunted for years and shot many deer with a bow shooting 204fps. Just keep practicing and put it where it counts.

I totally agree with Golden Eagle and Txtech. I have killed more game with 1983 -1989 model bows shooting under 218fps with heavy aluminum shafts they you could imagine . Speed is way over rated . Heavy arrow gives you several advantages . Quites your bow down , more stable in heavy winds , I feel it hits harder ( always debatable ) , and easier to tune .

For example my Drenalin 29.5 " draw shoots a Maxima 350 ( 360 gr ) at 293fps at 66 pounds . The same set up shooting a Full metal jacket ( 490 gr ) shoots 261 fps . I realize there are people here that will argue that speed is the way to go . I totally disagree with prejudice . Shooting little light tooth pick arrows is a recipe for disaster . Eventually it will catch up with them .

I am basing my theory on 25 years of bowhunting and several different Pro shops I have worked in . Like a barber I hear ALL the horror stories of I shot this deer and didn't find it ......, or we found him two days later shot perfect behind the shoulder no pass through . Some were due to crappy broadheads while others were poor shots . Eventually if you shoot enough game everyone will make a marginal hit . I shoot deer through the shoulder on purpose . I use a heavy arrow , cut on contact head , and the results speak for themselves . I hear some many bad stories of people loosing deer with a bow . Many times it is the Broadhead they buy . The broadhead is the #1 ingredient to killing an animal . It matters not if you are shooting 198 fps with a long bow or 325 fps with a top notch compound . Shot placement and nasty sharp broadheads are the key .

Here are a few deer last 3 years shot with 66 pounds and shot through both shoulder blades . None made it more than 25 yards . The last photo is a picture of an FMJ sticking in the ground 8" after passing through a 6.5 year old buck shoulders (Thanksgiving weekend ) . Keep in mind I am a fanatic for a tuned bow . I also shoot every arrow tipped with that specific broadhead at 30 yards at a broadhead target and resharpen them before heading to woods . Lots of work but we owe it to the animals we pursue .

[LWArchery]

Stealth and kenetic energy is all that matters with in fourty yards speed makes a differance past forty yards.

[DaveC]

greta input Shark attack.

I have an old PSE pro-shop video on shot placement that spends a few very boring minutes getting to the point that where you are shooting your deer is where they recommend placing the arrow. They showed where the leg bones come forward and then back again towards the spine forming a nice hole in which to slip the arrow.

To answer the original question- when Elite first came on scene they were advertising replacement speed cams for different bows (mathews & bowtech) . I think they have since dropped the idea, but a friendly e-mail wouldn't hurt.

[Shark Attack]

Hi David . Long time no see ! Hey we got in a 101st yesterday . Draw cycle is sweet ! I think 82nd and 101st will be big sellers . Boss says he will be asking 749.00 for one . I did not have a chance to shoot it due to very busy day . I am off to the deer lease tomorrow for an attempt to shoot my trophy buck . The 6.5 ( had two guys age him that know how to ) 10 pt . in last two photos was my cull for this year . I shot him over looking a scrape line . He weighted almost 190lbs and 148 dressed . With all the rain we have had this year he should have had more head gear . Man those mature bucks are smart . Lord willing a good buck will step out in bow range during my last 5 day hunt . To quote you " aim for the exit " . See you soon Dave......

[DaveC]

Congrats on the buck, gotta love a cull like that!

Good luck to ya on your trophy buck, I know if anybody can pull it off it will be you.
Let them Sharks EAT!

[trailboss]

Speed is nice in that it can eliminate some of the guess work when it comes to unknown yardage. Faster speed means less drop on the arrow thus more room for error. But with known yardage, it's not that big of deal. True, a deer might not be able to react as quickly to a bow that shoots 320 fps as he would to one that shoots 250 fps, but fact remains they can still turn wrong side out before the arrow arrives. There isn't a bow made that can shoot faster than the speed of sound, so there is usually some degree of reaction by the deer at the sound of any bow.

Concentrate on shot placement and speed won't be so important. Speed is fun, but not all that important in my opinion.

Trailboss

[Africanbowhunter]

Agree 1000%

I agree 100% that Broadhead are the key

Now Sharp Broadhead are very I'm[portant in fact the most important single part in Successful bowhunting See a recent thread bya FNG on the same subject.

the best Broadhead is the world is useless unless its sharp


I c ant tell you how many tons of game are killed by ladies and kids with 30# & 35# bows with sharp shaving sharp broadheads




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