CROSSBOW AIMING From TREESTAND vs BLIND

[@nunyabizness3890]

At last! Thank you for a channel that is NOT about the biggest bucks or the biggest set of antlers, but actually teaches a newbie like me how to hunt and how to enjoy it. You seem to really enjoy hunting. Subbed!

[@mitchcole900]

This guy is such a great speaker. Always good information. Very interesting. Also he taught his daughter to shoot very well. Good job. Get the kids in the woods!!!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thank you for this, agree on getting kids out there 100%

[@Galamoth66]

My favorite hunting KZbinr. Your videos always get me pumped for hunting season. And it's nice that your videos aren't just one big ad like so many of the channels nowadays. Happy hunting from Texas👍

[@BuckMcAntlerson]

Agreed.

[@MrKing-qd7gi]

You're exactly what I was looking for. I'm a serious deer hunter but have only ever done rifle season (im young and don't have too many toys yet). A friend of mine gave me a crossbow for FREE, good guy. Bow season is much longer than firearm season so I'm very happy to have one but knew almost nothing about crossbows, you are the best I've found to help me. Thank you.

[@johnwhitlock9705]

Very good explanation of gravity - myth of the effect on a tree stand shot. Very nicely done

[@cjurg2423]

Good video Rich. To add to/simplify the lesson, the way I think of it is: 1.) Think of the deer as a 3D object not as a flat piece of paper. Understand where the lungs, heart and other vitals are and how they’re positioned in that 3D area. 2.) Consider the angle the arrow/bolt is going to be flying at due to height, distance, or position of the deer. 3.) Aim at the spot you want the arrow to exit. Not necessarily where you want it to enter. Keep those 3 rules in your mind when making the shot, and you’ll have a great hunt whether you’re in hill country, in the flats, up in a stand or on the ground. Good luck this year!

[@lloydduston707]

I could listen to this guy talk all day. Articulate & a voice for radio. Smooth talker, in a good way.

[@spencerfenton]

Just bought my first crossbow and have learned so much from your videos 👍 Thanks so much and keep it up. Cheers

[@russvtguy]

No problem here----when I turned 70 I gave up ladders----love my ground blinds-----not far to fall if I fall asleep.

[@ContentCrewCreator2233]

Can i make a homemade blind with a camo blanket?

[@harryjohnson3617]

@@ContentCrewCreator2233 i mean you can make it out of anything. Just make sure it dont have human smell on it. U are probably tryin to stay cheap but man i been eyeing a bling called GhostBlind. I aint got it yet but it looks cool. Look it up when u get a chance

[@Langley-Outdoors]

@@harryjohnson3617 if you put it out in say February, the smell will be gone and the deer will be used to the smell.

[@shawnpire9061]

I'm a new subscriber to your channel I really like it I'm Shawn and a crossbow hunter and from pa.

[@phillipsmith8194]

😊😊😊

[@chrissmith8358]

I’m very new to crossbows. I’ve always loved seeing them in movies and tv shows but never had the chance to shoot one until this week. I get bored at home and thought I need a hobby!! So I went to my local Dicks Sporting Good store, and found the Barnett Wildcat. It was decently priced I felt for my first. It’s very basic from my understanding of crossbows, but I feel it suits me for being a beginner and very inexperienced in the crossbow field. I will say in the 5 days of owning it, all I do is think about getting off work, getting home, and playing with this new addiction I have. It’s a very patient hobby, very relaxing, and the perfect escape. The day I purchased my crossbow I got on KZbin to explore the crossbow world. I came across your page first and haven’t left it since. I enjoy all of your videos and information. Thank you for your time and willingness to educate myself and others.

[@shredpow]

This is a great video! So informative! Thanks so much!

[@davehorn1422]

Your channel is outstanding.. the best on here. Semper Fi

[@1digitalwatcher697]

A master of crossbow hunting.

[@arttrumbo9496]

Another great video. I just wish I would have seen it a year ago before my first deer season. I took a shot on a decent 8 pointer opening weekend. Unfortunately I watched all the wrong videos about where to aim on a deer, and got a little fixated on making a heart shot, rather than an easier double lung. I also did not understand deer anatomy enough. To get to the point, I aimed low at the heart from 25 feet up a tree and ended up wounding a deer that I was unable to recover. That was a really crappy way to start my deer hunting journey. The next day I did more research and figured out where I messed up. I also went and bought a high quality 3D deer target, which has been indispensable for practice. Any other new xbow hunters out there, heed this video and don't make the same mistakes I did!

[@Deathbybunjie]

it takes time to get it down and there's no guarantees but i hope this helps!

[@brucenovotny5924]

Man, one of the best and most informative videos I've ever seen. Thanks for the tips. Liked & subscribed. 🙂👍🇨🇦

[@advocacyrl8017]

These videos are very informative, very clear, and the footage is great! Thanks for the work you put into these!

[@richman61]

Thank you just what I was looking for because I'll be shooting out of both. Thanks

[@Gir.Scott661]

Excellent video Rich!! Getting me pumped for NH Deer Season!!!

[@roberteskut5195]

Thanks for being so realistic and informative with the information. You seem very sincere and really enjoy the outdoors. Thanks

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thanks for this and thanks for watching

[@robharrell3525]

great explanation of angle of declination

[@PondKingWaterGardensMN]

Man this is awesome! I learned a lot in a short time. Thank you! I can't help be reminded of Robert California from the office when watching and I loved that character. I'll be watching more!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Lol, good luck out there!

[@Useless6Teammate]

i was always taught, blind or tree stand, ALWAYS aim for the exit . Great Video as always . Good luck again this fall to you and everyone !

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thanks you too!

[@OvGraphics]

Enjoyed your vid! I allus used to shoot from an elevated stand back many moons ago in my recurve days when I had kid arrow fetcher slaves. Today with the crossbow, I have not had that opportunity. The end of your vid illustrates perfectly the angle difference, and your lung thing is something I had not heard before. ( I mean, I have read versions of it, and fretted over it, but not as well as you put it.) Heard about the shooting downhill stuff for decades but never saw it in action. No amount of theory or brain visualization could explain better than your experiment. Got it finally! Super thanks! Just upvoted!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thanks 😊 good luck out there

[@mitchellsmith4339]

Love your content and great editing. Subscribed

[@reelfit2815]

Your videos are very helpful! I just bought a GRC2 and have never used a crossbow. There's a lot to learn and you provide great instruction!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thank you, glad to hear it, good luck!

[@garyrose-ogh8050]

Very good Rich. The two arrows make a great example of how elevation effects the shot. FYI: Mathematically you were up 4.34 yards up the tree.

[@thedevilsadvocate886]

Assuming the base of the tree is exactly the same altitude as the point of aim 😉

[@woodlandharvesthoneycompanyllc]

The take away here for everyone is make your aim at a point of impact that allows an exit point on the opposite side through the vitals you want to hit. From a tree stand your point of impact has to be higher do to the angle of arrow travel. The closer the target is the higher your aiming point has to be. This is the rule for crossbows, compound, recurve, or long bows or fire arms. Aim for a point on the opposite side through the target.

[@brucenovotny5924]

Nice sum up...well said, clear and concise..🙂👍🇨🇦

[@OvGraphics]

It's been a year but I just read what you wrote. Aim for the opposite side. I like that!

[@joevandervoren1235]

just subscribed Rich, decided you are my guru on crossbow info. Succinct and accurate no BS well explained. Thanks. Bodger

[@Deathbybunjie]

Glad to hear thanks!

[@daveadkins2976]

Rich, great second video, as always enjoy very much....

[@jasonrobinson763]

Well done Rich !

[@leeparsons2954]

Thanks man I learned somthing. Great video.

[@kermitgray61]

At 76 I quit using tree stands. I could still climb them but would sit up there thinking about how bad it would hurt if I fell. Ground blinds and hides work fine.

[@OvGraphics]

Jeez. I'm 10 years your younger and I've been thinking about that stuff for years now. Ha. I don't bounce as well as I used to.

[@redsoxwinagain2007]

Great point regarding the angle and drop. This also applies if your blind is up on a hill.

[@boomerrangerron]

Rich, nice job again, you really do cover all the aspects of whatever you're trying to focus and present. My NIKON ProStaff 3 is just simply a unidirectional range finder, and doesn't offer that "angle of declination" feature, but I'm fine with not having to buy another one. Most of my deer are well within 25 years or so. I wish I could get my JACKAL to hold center, it seems every time I go out to practice I have to ratchet up the scope to ZERO.

[@TheAmishSasquatch]

I'm using an old Pro Staff as well.

[@michaeloneill411]

You probably know this, just range something (like a tree) at your hight the distance the deer is and shoot that.

[@boomerrangerron]

@@michaeloneill411 Hi Michael, yes the first thing I do when I'm comfortable in my treestand is to range a number of trees out fron, so that I know how far I'm shooting. I try to limit my shots to around 25 yards or so. Never really paid much attention to the angle factor since I rarely shoot beyond 30 feet and only go up around 15 FT now.

[@juliusjames5577]

I’m glad you say only 3 arrows in your 4 arrow quiver, because Excalibur only gives you 3 in most packages

[@bobbauldock3846]

Thank You, what a good class you gave, very easy to follow,full of good input, see what you are doing is opening the door to better marksmanship, Bozos will not listen. your advice on crossbows, is the same for rifle and pistol, shooting at ground level,then up in the trees, right to left, left to right, down in a draw, you have to know the point of aim, now when you are in the woods its too late to think about, if you do, you will see the white flag. Anyway you made a friend, keep up the good work, and remember so guys will make the same mistakes 1000 Xs, and never change. Be safe. BOB

[@sfcmmacro]

BLUF: Measure distances to reference points in your lanes of fire from the base of the tree. Then, when you are in the stand, use those pre-measured distances for your scope reticle hold-over on the deer. And don't take long shots (my crossbow doesn't dramatically loose bolt speed until after 40 yards, so between 15 to 25 yards it should hit without much drop).

[@jeremyrenner3127]

Great vid!!!!!! Keep them and the knowledge coming sir!!!

[@BOHEMIANHUNTINGCLUB]

Awesome info!!👍👍👍

[@jamesquaid6084]

Love your videos and self experience knowledge! Keep up the great work, and video footage. Really enjoy it.

[@mainenorthwoodshunter3265]

Another great video, you got my pumped for crossbow season now.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Oh yeah, that is quite the point! Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@blythemajors9193]

This stuff is gold. Thanks mate.

[@PatRiot104]

Nice video, you're a great and informative presenter with a style that's all your own!

[@douglee8007]

I'm a new subscriber and all your advice has been very helpful I just started shooting a crossbow this year thanks for sharing and keepem coming

[@StormAngelWolf]

My greatest asset is stealthy approach anyway. I need to explode the blood pipes from the get go or no shot. No matter how big they hit the bleed they go out.

[@marlisreichert313]

Excellent information...I'll use this knowledge when I climb in my stand this evening! Thanks!!

[@charlessherman7335]

What I do to dial in my point of aim, is to aim at the opposite leg. If you are higher in the tree this will be slightly higher than if you are on the ground. Since I don't hunt from a ladder stand, which is a set height, it allows for the exit would to be in a vital area, no matter what my hunting height is.

[@TechnoBabbles]

Extremely helpful explanation. Thanks a ton!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Glad it helps good luck!

[@lensparling6692]

Thanks! Wish I’d seen this before blowing a shot this past Sunday!! I literally shaved a bucks belly

[@Deathbybunjie]

Get back at it and shoot another, practice makes perfect, LOL. In all seriousness, figure out what mistake was and correct it and move on, I say. All good, good luck and thanks for watching.

[@cloyd1950]

Good point. So if you get 20 feet up you have a good chance of missing second lung compared to being 16 feet up. 25 ft is crazy but some like shooting a very small targets. They just don't understand why they missed.

[@RayEvangelista70]

Great video with helpful info. Keep up the good work!

[@mreb1863]

Great video once again!

[@stephenjeronymo6093]

I enjoyed your video! I usually get mundaned out, but not with this one! I'm actually in position on my back porch with my crossbow locked and loaded while waiting on a whitetail to appear; but the squirrels are already running about, which has had a track record of not seeing any deer. LoL I don't know if there's anything to it, or just my own misfortune. Thanks, again!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Lol good luck

[@stephenjeronymo6093]

@@Deathbybunjie Thanks! No action today, thus far. I guess I'm gonna start making squirrel soup. LoL

[@juniorb931]

i have the same range finder and i love mine. it does just what you said it will do.. and good video

[@mikereedal2676]

I have been enjoying all of your videos. GREAT information for someone just getting started with a crossbow. The only thing I saw missing was the use of a Fall Restraint System. There have been far to many hunters that have been seriously injured or killed by not taking just a few moments to put one on even just for practice. Would not want to see anything happen to you or Bunjie.

[@martinsuper4545]

HAHA. I have the same tree stand and the same target. Great video.

[@dv7431]

Like to see this episode buck or doe what is better tasting meat

[@Deathbybunjie]

good idea, personally i think they're the same if you cook them right and process them right

[@hblegal8309]

You are a smart man!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Well thank you very much!

[@asfdasdful]

top notch quality feels like i should be paying for this information lol.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Glad you like it, thanks for watching and good luck!

[@Bobb1julie]

Hi Rich , A great venison video as usual.. When I came across Gary Rose’s comment I had to insert my two cents worth.. Are you ready for this .. When he said you were 4.34 yards above the ground he was spot on . Let’s talk about Pythagoras and his Theorem.. images.app.goo.gl/ApsmcVzHC8gYj3cY7 Which = c2=a2+b2. In doing the math (Take it easy on me fellow arbelests ,I’m 85).. Where c =sq root of the sums of the squares of 4.34 + 10.00..Low and behold it’s 10.90..Man Rich you are right on..Just remember we are a crossbow family and every little bit of info that helps us to excel is a plus . All hail Bunjie!!!!

[@DanielGarcia-zw8nx]

Love the outtakes great vid good info . Still looking for a name for my excalibur micro any ideas?

[@Deathbybunjie]

How about Tater Salad? lol. but seriously, your crossbow, you pick it, I am SURE it will be awesome! it's gotta reflect YOUR personality, etc. But please let me know what you decide.

[@DanielGarcia-zw8nx]

@@Deathbybunjie i will thanks for the reply👊

[@endlesshorizons1970]

My wife could not hold her secret... I can not wait for my "OG" Death by Bunjie t-shirt for my 27th anniversary gift .

[@ieatcaribou7852]

I’ve always wondered if you should aim high, low or where you want the arrow to go on say a deer almost directly under your stand when your 18-20’ in the tree? I’m just not sure and probably wouldn’t take the shot, just not comfortable on where to aim until I practice the shot.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Arrows at different speeds react differently but under 10 yards lots of times you might find yourself aiming with a 30-yard reticle like at 8 yards. This has to do with the fact that the scope sits up above the rail. I did a video on this, and the Oracle X scope calculates all of this for me now but yes that is problematic. Look at the video I did last year during crossbow appreciation month I think.

[@ieatcaribou7852]

@@Deathbybunjie thank you I’ll definitely look that up!

[@darnellfields2309]

Will you try using an opimizer on your crossbow what do you think of it.

[@jdavi-uu1yl]

Hey let's talk about 100 gr. broad heads vs. 125 gr. heads. I went up in power in my crossbow, so I know I can drive a heavier bolt. What are the the pros and cons of the heavier vs. the lighter broadheads?

[@Deathbybunjie]

With the heavier Broadhead you might have more consistent accuracy. Better penetration, possibly, also. But you lose some speed, and if you are slow enough you may not have enough energy to get a pass-through or open the Broadhead. Not a concern with most modern crossbows though.

[@jdavi-uu1yl]

Thanks DbB.

[@heathwilliams4140]

Thanks for the video!

[@jeffsoutdoorsadventures]

Love the videos, can’t help but think you were. Radio Dj or a news anchor.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Lol I was on radio for a bit during college

[@jacobcrowley457]

Awesome channel! Have learned so much from you about hunting with my crossbow. You’ve made me a better hunter and I thank you for that. Btw... Has anyone ever said you remind them of James Spader?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Once in a while I get that lol, but seriously thanks for watching!

[@goosemaster11]

Great video!! 👍🏻

[@keepitreal5148]

Thank you very intuitive!!!

[@tripleDlawncare]

I'm new into crossball and I've never hunted before I'm really excited. I have a silly question is there a way I can meet you I love your videos and I just would really like to meet you before I go hunting for the 1st time in my life. Your videos are very educational I feel like a professional like I'm ready to hit the woods but I'm still nervous at the same time. I don't know just food for thought I really wouldn't mind actually meeting you. Hell I'm willing to drive to you. Just I never went Hunting till I met your page. I think I've watching your whole channel.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Sign up for free email newsletter on deathbybunjie.com for info on Meat & Greets down the road...you got this, though....good luck!!

[@StormAngelWolf]

Oh boy I'm going to be Rusty as hell been years since I hunted. But I'll pull that golden shot off. I put in the hard work ahead.

[@williamj.stilianessis1851]

I have to admit Rich, I didn't really think I would find much difference in the shots but I am glad to have learned something useful today. I've wondered why I miss on targets more from height then on the ground. I was calculating the total distance. Thanks for very well made videos and good information.

[@frederickbierweiler8020]

love it great vid

[@alraiche5529]

When hunting from a tree stand at what point do you cock the crossbow, ground level or when in stand? New to the sport, thinking safety. Thanks

[@Deathbybunjie]

I cock it on ground, no arrow, load arrow up in tree only when ready to hunt. Great question!

[@practicaltactical1336]

Very good and important choices to make ,Tree or Ground?! All Hail Bunjie!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Such a great decisions we have to make, don't we? I think the answer depends on the situation and location but I really do hope to do a video on this.

[@bradpage7802]

what is the video camera on the bow called?

[@Deathbybunjie]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqTPpKZ7o5KejtE

[@gramps5157]

There is another KZbin video about this called, "How to shoot a deer from a Tree Stand". It's very good too.

[@StormAngelWolf]

Can't do a tree stand no more. My injury prevents that. Elevation happens depends on the position but not from up high.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Sorry ro hear that, hope all is good, good luck!

[@dv7431]

I film but don't post more for what i did and didn't do love your videos

[@justinsidervag1643]

I do the same. Mainly to show my elderly father , who doesn't hunt anymore. You can see the old spark in eye as he anticipates the shot.

[@Tracker0331]

Great video

[@danlacourciere898]

What settings did you have on your Tactacam, it is so clear and natural. All hail Bungee.

[@Deathbybunjie]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/maizYYd_od1kkNk that's one I did hope that helps and thanks!

[@danlacourciere898]

@@Deathbybunjie I want to thank you for the reply and the quick answer. The video that you forwarded answered my questions perfectly, thanks again Rich. All hail Bunjie.

[@AA-fg3wj]

Well done sir, thanks for what you do! Is your scope a twlight DLX? I want one.

[@Deathbybunjie]

i do really like it

[@gwwisenburg7572]

Great video! Greg in Ohio

[@bobbygolden8322]

Great Video!

[@garypeters1441]

Did you find that the Twilight scope helps in low light condations and is it worth the $$

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yes SOME low light improvement (it won't help you see in the dark but it's pretty solid) and to me worth the money. Accuracy has been consistent with it. Overall, I love it.

[@ronniegriffin8561]

what shooting rest is that? I am trying to find one

[@Deathbybunjie]

www.deathbybunjie.com/gear/2020/9/15/caldwell-deadshot-field-pod-the-key-to-accurately-sighting-in-your-crossbow

[@matthewcarden2742]

So here is a really big question that I feel like I myself could run into in the future. Say your scope brakes or malfunctions Could you shoot accurately without a scope only using the rail??

[@Deathbybunjie]

maybe but i would not try it. i have backup scopes though. (previous ones).

[@kurtfirestone2761]

How did you come to name it bumji

[@Deathbybunjie]

ancient secret lol

[@jerrylittle8922]

Thank you. Good info.

[@mrhunter6596]

"you don't need the best rangefinder" 1 minute later "anybody else have trouble getting rangefinder to read" Nope. I bought a good one. Still a great video though.

[@patrickmulligan1398]

Dude was joking... he is awesome!

[@teamvibrant-coc6479]

ya I have problems with range finders

[@thomasgooden5666]

Great information the only thing I disagree with is shooting dead on game. Every deer I have shot with my bow has dropped. If I would have shot dead on or high as he said the arrow would have hit high. Either missed a lung or both lungs.

[@Deathbybunjie]

That's because you're using a bow. This is something I've gone back and forth on over the years because I started with a slow crossbow. 300 ft per second in slower, I think you have a good tactic, but I really don't like to be in that position. Using a modern crossbow I have found that out to 30 yards they can't beat that arrow. That's what I referred to as crossbow perfection LOL so now I am committed to hunting at 350 ft per second and above. This is a pretty old video LOL

[@justinsidervag1643]

From my treestand, I pick a tree in the kill zone, range find the base , then range find the same tree at my level to see if theres any different reading.

[@turtleman5111]

Justin Sidervag Well, what does it tell you? Im too old to hunt from a stand anymore, but, I was always curious! The hypotenuse of a right triangle HAS to be longer than the base line. But, Im only 1/2 way through this video.

[@justinsidervag1643]

@@turtleman5111 , maybe a yard or 2 , but nothing where I've had to use a different crosshair. I hunt in the north east with a lot of cover and the shots are typicaly 20 to 30 yds ( even with a shotgun) . So I 'm not much more than 15ft up , maybe if I was crazy high like some of the pros on tv it may make a difference. One thing I have noticed though, alot of shots have always hit a little higher than I thought they would. The last 3 yrs , I've had a shot camera on my scope and replay the shot in slow motion after the kill. Its amazing how quickly deer react to the shot at any distance, faster than your eye picks up on it , until you see it in the replay.

[@medicstew]

I would have enjoyed high school geometry had test questions read, " If the hunter in the tree stand is 20 feet off the ground and the deer is 72 feet from the base of the tree then what is the actual distance from the hunter to the deer?"

[@Deathbybunjie]

Do we use cosine or tangent LOL

[@carlosgaztelucabral8061]

Is that an excaliber?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yes, Bunjie is a 2010 Excalibur Axiom, good eye

[@jasonoutdoors175]

This video is very interesting on the angle. Thanks for a awesome video.

[@howieone6141]

I'm old, I love grd blinds, I don't fall so far with them....

[@frederickbierweiler8020]

have killed 5 deer since i bought a crossbow most knowledge of which I learned from death by bungie as far as operation and shooting , thanks for videos

[@Deathbybunjie]

Glad to hear it, thank you and good luck

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

Great video, but it feels like you missed something. Basis question should have been “tree stand, blind, or ghillie suit? The people I know who make three to ten foot shots on elk and deer don’t use stands or blinds, they use ghillie suits…..

[@chrispycriter6682]

I had a deer lift its leg and turned toward me when I shot at her a 35yard shot(she heard the crossbow go off),and it was a frount opisit sholder shot and she ran for ever #400 yards

[@Deathbybunjie]

It happens, sounds like you found her though congrats