You’ve been grinding this KZbin thing for a while. Really hope you hit 100k sooner rather than later. Videos like this really help people who want to try new things but can’t go out and buy 6 different arrows and components. Thank you
@Your_mom7367 ай бұрын
103k as of today. Moving nicely.
@mgrundy11 ай бұрын
Another member of the 27" draw club here, checking in. SALUD!!!!🏹
@scottbeery131918 күн бұрын
I would give anything for a 27 inch I have a 32-1/2 and bow are hard to shop for most stop at 32.
@jarvindecker667311 ай бұрын
You and Tim C videos are some of my favorite on KZbin
@jedhuf75488 ай бұрын
Josh has me convinced. I’ll be slingin RIP XVs at TAW 428 grains. That’s with a 125 mega meat. Used the Mega s last year at 476 grains and blew clean through everything I hit.
@donaldsmith640411 ай бұрын
This would be my far the best channel to win that giveaway from. You’re getting a great workout then building with mfjj. Hell of a deal.
@Powerstroke14144111 ай бұрын
Your content is awesome sir! You circle of friends and knowledge is top notch I have learned a lot watching you and mfjj. Keep it coming sir!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@zackofalltrades51011 ай бұрын
Keep killin' it Dan!! Tons of knowledge!!!
@stevecoffman546011 ай бұрын
Really enjoy the content and information in these type of videos. It’s very useful for building hunting setups. I’ve been using 410-425 grain setups for 15 years, and had no problems with penetration.
@travis968711 ай бұрын
You’re full of sh*t or never tagged an elk then
@dakotadickens89025 ай бұрын
You won’t have issues at that with penetration if you have good shot placement. If you have poor shot placement you will but that is on the hunter and their lack of practice 90% of the time. Lighter arrows give more yardage forgiveness on errors in ranging and also minimize the chance of movement by the game you’re taking. I hate the I need 550 guys 😂. Most are living in the 1970’s or something.
@sethbeaulieujamieАй бұрын
Keep on keeping on. As a blue collar bow hunting and arrow obsessed dude. Guys like me appreciate yall. Great info great watch straight forward and not bought out. Thank you.
@jeffmckulsky708111 ай бұрын
Love the tinkering content, you have truly inspired me to tinker myself rather than stay stuck in my old ways, it has helped better myself and my gear! Thank you!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@engineerz_hero677111 ай бұрын
Great video Dan. Thank you for sharing the grind and information you do. Nice little close out line there to btw hahaha
@mountainmancaraway64316 ай бұрын
Just built my first set of RIP XVs. 250 spine at 420 grain total weight. 319 out of my V3X33! So far really impressed with performance. Great video, keep putting out the content!
@JohnNeedham-zk5ms5 ай бұрын
Man I been running that same setup all for the last few year out of a 80# bow and I love it for deer never broke one clean pass threws on deer I king of want to build some tko for hogs I just can’t get the rip tko down to 420 with a lighted nock it helps so much finding blood in south ga thick swamps public land not hunting the same spots
@mountainmancaraway64315 ай бұрын
Johnneedham- I know what you mean about those southern thickets. Grew up hunting South Carolina. Lighted nocks are a huge help in finding your arrow and blood trail. The thing I like most about the RIP XVs is how easy it is to get FOC on that shaft. I've never been able to use light inserts on any other 250 spine and still end up with a good 14-16%. I used the stainless inserts that fit my rampage and they have been working out great
@JohnNeedham-zk5ms4 ай бұрын
@@mountainmancaraway6431 yeah man and it’s hot during bow season u can’t let a deer lay over night
@blessedvetoutdoors11 ай бұрын
Killer convo and video. Seriously killer knowledge in here.
@zacharyboughner21511 ай бұрын
Dan I appreciate you man! Congratulations on hitting the 100k subs now. It’s right around the corner and I am stoked for you. Appreciate the content, the pod, and especially your camp that helped me learn to be an elk hunter. Hope all keeps going well for you brother!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@perryknetter857711 ай бұрын
Great Job Dan and Josh very informative. God's Blessings on all your adventures and endeavors
@KenSanders-b5t11 ай бұрын
Enjoy your videos and appreciate your help in learning archery equipment. Can't wait to see the 100k!
@davidsbielawski11 ай бұрын
I shot RIP XV’s this last year on my elk trip. They’re awesome but definitely have to expect them to break. Year before I shot the X-impacts. I loved them but didn’t find a lighted nock that I loved. I’m gonna try the halos back with the X-impacts and revisit that build. I like being able to Index my broadhead with the FOCUS system.
@papaschuette9 ай бұрын
Hey guys. I want to thank you again for all the outstanding tips, tricks, and general info. I finally got smart and had my brother mark one of my arrows around a 1/4" past the rest while at full draw. I found out I could cut my Gold Tip Hunter XT 340's down again from 28 1/4" to 27". Which brings my arrow weight and FOC from 469gr and 15.13%, down to 458gr and 15.54%Foc. Even when I switch to a .204 arrow, Probably the Victory RIP 300's, the weight and FOC will be around the same.
@ElkShape9 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@dakotamungall35469 ай бұрын
only 300 subs away from that 100k as of right lets goo! thanks for the amazing content!
@CharlieNDaTree11 ай бұрын
I do love the 5mm myself. But I’m only 1.5 yrs in on the the journey. Love the info thanks to you both.
@lukeclement13105 ай бұрын
That 3 blade blood trail speech was church 👍 totally agree.
@shawnfoor517511 ай бұрын
Enjoy the videos and the collective. Hopefully this year will be the year I connect. Keep up the hard work
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
I hope so too!
@zacchurch50210 ай бұрын
I am in for the giveaway!! I have been watching for a while and love where the channel is going. I have learned so much from this channel, MFJJ, and so on. If I won the giveaway I would defiantly give my current bow setup to my hunting partner to elevate his game! Lets go 100K!!!
@juanrodriguez-mu7ko8 ай бұрын
Awesome love the videos I’m learning from all of you guys especially Josh so thanks 🙏
@Alberta_MTN_Bear8 ай бұрын
Dan is probably my most favorite KZbinr and channel on the KZbin.❤
@brysonhollar11 ай бұрын
Woody's lighted nocks blow everything else away. Give them a try. They're also cheaper and have replaceable batteries.
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
We need to Check those out.
@reignsix853811 ай бұрын
Love your team, friends and content. When I’m deployed y’all make me feel at home and when I’m in our beloved USA it keeps me informed and motivated. Keep grinding and never ever quit doing what you love..!!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Love that!
@ghaugsness11 ай бұрын
Love the Podium components! Hands down one of the best! Do agree that it would be great if manufacturers would stop including components and let people pick the components.
@konatriathlon11 ай бұрын
Love to see you guys showing Day6 some love. I love those arrows.
@michaelbushey278711 ай бұрын
I stopped using fmj for that bending reason. I shot a small whitetail and it bent from hitting the ribs!! lol I went to gold tip black label. But I'm going to try some new arrows this year.
@Cooldibs11 ай бұрын
Ordered a dozen rip tko's to be built by you guys with your titanium inserts. Can't wait to get them!
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak8611 ай бұрын
I mean I've been using 4 mm since 2019 into 2020 and I really loved all of it. I was using Pierce platinum's and then I found the vap TK TKOs. I think it is the 4 mm. I really like them but yoon's guys got me talked into the 5 mm saying everything that injure using. I started using them. I like them but I don't know man. I really like my micros a lot. Like you said though it was the inserts and everything and then if I wanted a lighted nock there wasn't a good option at all for a while but it looks like there is now. So thank you it's very much fellas
@papaschuette11 ай бұрын
Once again, I learn something I didn't know. I'm switching to .204's for next season because of watching what has worked for you guys. I will be using Podium inserts and some Elk Shape vanes for sure. Thanks for all the fun of 2023.
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Good stuff
@tommyreed570311 ай бұрын
I use rip tko 27.5 with podium archery 30 grain titanium half out at 405 grains because of you guys they blow threw black tail and turkeys thanks for all the tips and testing
@vancejohnson177811 ай бұрын
Awesome stuff guys, going on a mountain goat hunt in 8 months and planning to upgrade my arrow set up so this video is good timing 👍
@andrewkieper561311 ай бұрын
Just made up new arrows Friday night...B.E. Spartan 300, 27" carbon 3-fletch AAE Max Stealth... finished weight is exactly 420gn... will adjust front weight accordingly to speed and tune when the rx8 comes in
@royhoglund132211 ай бұрын
Love it guys! ABT
@donfrance311 ай бұрын
The lightest arrow is a good question. For anyone striving for the super speed maximum for your setup there are careful considerations to ensure you still have an ethical and realistic opportunity to shoot thru the elk's vitals "triangle of death". There is an advantage to having speed. There is an advantage to having the durability that comes with heavier arrow shaft builds. Most guys don't find the performance flat trajectory that is possible but instead go so heavy that every tenth of a yard on the laser rangefinder makes a big difference on your margin of error. In timber it is much easier to thread the needle with a light flat shooter, but you must have the ethical angle thru the kill zone. It is unreasonable to specifically shoot an animal positioned where heavy bone is likely to affect arrow penetration, heavy or light. JUST AVOID the bad angles and this arrow weight debate becomes less of an issue for penetration and boils down to what's more accurate. What's more accurate for you and your setup is totally personal as a choice. Any set-up getting above the 280 fps speed producing at least 80lbs of ke at the bow is enough for elk, assuming you have draw length or ability to pull the draw weight to accomplish this. If not then it is better to design a mid-weight super penetrating broached style and reduce/limit the length of shot taken. From a guide's perspective - the moment of truth tells a lot about the hunter. Hunter is either prepared for the task as his bow and arrow combination is capable - or the hunter is not ready; or the hunter compromises in the moment and forces the bad angle shot; and ultimately blames the equipment rather than themself. It is really more up to the hunter than the arrow. kzbin.info04w0BquZoPs?si=i4QeX6MHdPdih9NN. see more
@warrenruppart856711 ай бұрын
Nice walkthrough, giving me good things to think about. Thanks!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Glad to help!
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak8611 ай бұрын
Good choice of music bro. I really like a lot of that inserts and all that stuff you're using. I got to go back and write down everything of what it was and whatnot so I can check it out myself. But thank you for making this video and showing me all that cool shit. I appreciate it. It helps me out
@Pstratis54111 ай бұрын
I’ve been shooting 4mm axis match grades with ti half outs 125gr exodus 450gr taw for over 18 months and they’re still my favorite. Super tough, super straight and hit so damn hard.
@shanefredrickson923511 ай бұрын
I love using VAP TKO shafts. I get excellent performance at 430 total grains. 50 grain insert 100 grain broadhead.
@KilleenHunting11 ай бұрын
It’s funny you said the Rip TKO included insert is garbage. I threw those on my 6 pack since I wanted around 50gr insert weight. Let my brother shoot my bow and he sailed that stick straight into a concrete wall. Punched a hole in the cinder block, ruined the tip, but the arrow is still perfect. I was actually impressed by how tough it was.
@RicardoSanchez-xy5kp8 ай бұрын
Same thing happened to me and nothing was wrong with my arrows, except I sailed mine because I forgot to move my slider back! Lol arrow perfect and still spun true!
@jcarry52144 ай бұрын
I just talked to my pro shop about this yesterday, we were saying the same thing. They designed it to bend and not break the 20 dollar shaft. That'd what the shop owner runs, jsut the 50 grain aluminum. He says guys will come in madder about a bent 3 dollar insert than losing a 40 dollar total unit. I think I might slightly prefer the 60g Stainless shok for a shorter application but I don't understand the problem. Super easy to install square too. They protect the hell out of the carbon.
@briansteele137811 ай бұрын
Halfout with a collar is exactly what I've been looking for. Arrow shaft to halfout, halfout to collar, collar to broadhead=three points of contact. VS HIT insert (no contact with end of arrow shaft) to collar and collar to broadhead=two points of contact. I'm going to take a wild guess here but three points of contact will be more forgiving on impact than two points of contact.
@robbyfrazier774511 ай бұрын
I’m ready to come to Spokane baby! Let’s go! I was telling my wife we should look for some property in the area, I want to replace Clem. Hunting and grinding, doesn’t get any better
@ronaldirvineII11 ай бұрын
Just got my elkshape hoodie today. Dan I'm honestly impressed with the quality and how well it fits. No lie I was hyped it fits how I like and was telling the wife well might as well order a few cuz they Fit so well. Thanks brother and keep up the hard work. Would love to drop by Spokane valley archery sometime but it's pretty far from the west side of Washington
@goldtip3411 ай бұрын
Good stuff. I would run a airstrike for lite weight setup and a Kaos for a heavy setup.
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Right on
@sierraridgereaper11 ай бұрын
Good luck on the 100k, its close... 👍 As far as arrows, I'll keep my 2315's w/125 razorheads for my compound and my woodies w/160 razorheads for all my trad bows. theyve killed everything Ive shot over the last 50 yrs. Maybe about 90% pass thru. If memory serves me my longest shot w/compound was 51yds and closest was 7 yds. Trad bow longest is 25yds and closest was 8 yds. I'm a murphys law kind of guy, if it aint broke dont F with it, no point in complicating something that works...😉
@redbeardracing92558 ай бұрын
New to the channel and loving the content and info! Thank you guys for putting out good stuff!
@ElkShape8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@philipentwistle11 ай бұрын
Great info! More of this 🤙🏻
@cadelelon11 ай бұрын
Perfect video to lead in to an off-season of tinkering
@NathanLusk-eg1fc11 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Really enjoyed it guys!!!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@-lovefromnh5 ай бұрын
I still like my Tooth of the Arrow 125gr XL Solids. I am running 4mm Axis this year. Thanks for the tip on those Halo Micros! Ill be running those too.
@Cparchery...11 ай бұрын
For a .166 ID arrow (4mm) you should check out sirius archery orion you can choose all different options for inserts witch are all made by ethics and a 300 spine is only 8.09 gpi
@Orr_s11 ай бұрын
Sounds killer, i have Ethics insert and collar combo on my VAP SS….wish they did titanium components though also. Maybe they do now but i built these almost 3 seasons ago
@thudson39197811 ай бұрын
Really like this video. I want to tinker with arrows more but it cost so much to just try a different set up. I have all the tools but components cost so much.
@derrickprest815011 ай бұрын
you guys are awesome I love all the content, you guys really drive modern day archery and make it possible for everyone to learn the ropes. thanks for all the work you guys put into it!
@coltoncassell263911 ай бұрын
I shoot x-impacts alot for field archery. I ended up using Josh's Ti 50gr inserts and halo nocks for hunting this year. Extremely impressed with the halo nocks. I shot the absolute guts out of them, more than some people probably shoot in a lifetime. Total setup with a Grim Reaper weighted 390gr. Killed a coyote with it. I then switched over to a RIP TKO setup with Josh's insert, total arrow weight 433gr. Killed a doe, so far, with a shwacker Levi edition on the front. Full pass through at 40yds with 1" entry wound and 2" exit. Dead in 3 seconds with a massive blood trail.
@keephammeringprospecting11 ай бұрын
Appreciate your work mate, Watching every upload from Australia and learning each video 🤙 Keep up the good work You deserve 100k and some
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@jakesander543811 ай бұрын
I’ve always been curious about the mounts on the walls. Josh’s dad was a hell of a hunter. Would be cool to see a little “story time” videos and tell a little story behind a few deer, elk whatever. I love watching both your and Josh’s content.
@lisavanhouten780611 ай бұрын
Love what you're doing! 🤘
@nicfield689511 ай бұрын
Josh should get you to shoot that straight up VAP. They are all the things that make a great 4MM, and they are bullet proof suited with the right components.
@Wolf61518 ай бұрын
Remember it's always easier to make an arrow heavier, than it is to subtract weight. Shoot the lightest properly spined arrow shaft and adjust overall weight with components.
@Wreck69873 ай бұрын
Ive been around that 430-450grn out of 70lb prime. At 275fpsish. Its been great for muleys and elk.
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak8611 ай бұрын
Dude, as much as your workout would kill me I would try to survive. But I would love to have that opportunity at winning that let's go 100k
@jeradlene173210 ай бұрын
That would be an awesome give away not sure about the workout ive seen how you work out lol lookin forward to it
@justinalexander393111 ай бұрын
Awesome info guys! I’m over here in Vancouver island and would love to make my way over there one of these days!
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
You should!
@helodriver2011 ай бұрын
Nice video Dan. And congrats on the channel growth! 100k by Jan 1 !!! Let's go! BTW, when you get your KZbin plaque, shoot an arrow thru it!
@thomasfox215010 ай бұрын
Really hope you hit 100k great videos as always
@ElkShape10 ай бұрын
So close!
@wesschubert11 ай бұрын
Love this stuff! ABT!
@keithcheever818611 ай бұрын
Great video thank you for doing vap tko is what I'm tinkering with with easton titanium inserts and so far impressed definitely going to buy Josh's inserts to try
@alexreutov94968 ай бұрын
Thinking about doing this excact setup but shooting with fixed broadheads. Whats your experience with broadhead with the vaps
@spodyr611 ай бұрын
Great information ! keep up the good work
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@michaelvstheworld368011 ай бұрын
The toughest arrow I own are my Grizzlystik 240's, which are made by Victory for those who do not know. I run Ethics stainless steel components up front and a very big ridiculously heavy 400 grain Tuffhead single bevel. They are purpose built African dangerous game arrows that I have used on Whitetail as well, but with a 200 grain head. Those things are literal meat missiles. My normal Whitetail arrow is the Procomp 250 w/ Ethics components.
@juanrodriguez-mu7ko7 ай бұрын
Ok I’ll see you at 100k!!!
@HanzAndFranzTV11 ай бұрын
Killer content my doods thank you, what’s your target FOC% if you had to pick an exact %? 10% good? 15% gooder? Orrr… thanks man
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
15% ISH…
@wyatthill9211 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the great videos! Been on a deployment for about 3 months now and download the videos I missed when I pull in to port! Keep up the awesome work!
@stevep686011 ай бұрын
waiting for you to hit 100K LFG!!
@EntryLvloutdoors7 ай бұрын
Switched from GT hunters with 125gn head to GT black label quantums, Easton 75gn insert, collar and 100gn head. Same 445 arrow weight but 190 up front on the quantum
@Nimrod_Archery11 ай бұрын
Keep an eye out for our 4mm arrows we are about to release soon! 🧐😎
@pumaa710 ай бұрын
Yeah baby next stop 100k
@Bowhunterlake11 ай бұрын
I can’t wait for you to get to 100k
@elliott___w11 ай бұрын
Im doing the RIP TKO with MFJJs 30g half out. With lighted nock 100g head etc im coming in at 420g TAW. Fast and hits hard
@parkerlipetzky11 ай бұрын
I'd like to see a video with all the different after market grips available. Chris bee, elk shape, and the new ones Tim Gillingham has available.
@keegan_mcwethy11 ай бұрын
Can we get a link to the 5mm components Josh uses?
@rickd03209 ай бұрын
I’m just starting to peak down this rabbit hole so I’ll only ask one question, what are the benefits of half outs? I think they look cool and my educated guess is it’s a way to add weight to the front of an arrow but something tells me there’s a little more to it. Love your vids guys! You’re my go to for learning more about archery.
@Rossmanchurn11 ай бұрын
Love it guys 💪🏼💪🏼
@DustyAlexander11 ай бұрын
Come on 100K!
@AustinSacriste11 ай бұрын
Great video! Love the deep technical breakdowns. I’m very new to archery hunting, how does this information or the general philosophy of arrow weight change (if at all) when you start hunting smaller quicker animals such and white tail or antelope??
@IIDASHII11 ай бұрын
Firsly, white tail and antelope are very different, IMO. White tail (the majority of my experience) tend to be shorter shots (inside 30 yards) in, or near areas of tree cover, at relatively known range. Antelope tend to be more open shots that are longer by necessity and less forgiving. Generally, just know that you can drop the arrow weight a bit. Any well-made arrow over 350gr will do as long as there is a sharp, quality broadhead on the front, and as long as it flies straight. Personally, I like to run a bit heavier than that for white tail (430-450). I'd probably run on the lighter side of that (375-400) for antelope, given open ranges and longer shots, but at the end of the day, it comes down to experience (knowing when NOT to shoot) and being able to put your arrow where you are aiming. Your personal setup makes a big difference as well. Draw length and draw weight are big factors in arrow speed. I'd focus on building an arrow that is hitting at least 280FPS out of your setup for a forgiving trajectory, especially for antelope. For white tail, it is more about your pre-season scouting and shooting practice than it is about arrow speed and weight. I've killed several white tail with a 490gr arrow that starts at 266FPS. One of those was at 52 yards (this is a RARE shot, and I only took it because conditions where perfect. I don't recommend it.). That setup blows through deer, with the arrow burying itself 5+ inches into the ground on the other side. It is overkill, but it flies well. My point being that tinkering is great, but if you've done your homework (scouting, tuning, practice), any setup over 350gr can work.
@granttruax783911 ай бұрын
Always great videos from both of you, can we get a more in depth video on half out collars and incerts and their difference/purposes.
@5MinuteMaj0r11 ай бұрын
Killer Give Away! MFJJ: “It’s OUR podcast”. Dan: Ahh, that’s cute. - Tim Watching - *breaks his coffee cup*
@ElkShape11 ай бұрын
Ha! It was the way Josh said it - no shade thrown at TC, we got love for everyone! -DS
@5MinuteMaj0r11 ай бұрын
agreed 👍🏻
@jons7e11 ай бұрын
I still like 5mm better. It would be great to have a complete rundown with the whiteboard like that with the 5mm as well.
@BlakeMcallister-f2p11 ай бұрын
Hey, I have been watching your videos for some time now. And I really like them!! I was wondering if you have heard of the broadhead KUDU points?? I would love to see you put them through your Broadhead test?? And her thoughts? They are made locally in my state, Oregon USA!! Thanks for the videos!!
@JoeWalterOutdoors11 ай бұрын
I’ve been waiting for a video like this! I am glad MFJJ talked through his titanium components a little more. I shot the lift 33” the other day and they had me at 31.5” draw, which means when I finally make the purchase of a new bow I will need to get new arrows. The FOC talk has gone in many directions in the past two years (how long I have been in the bow game). What is MFJJ magical FOC % and how would he go about making a cross over hunting and 3D target arrow at 31”.5 draw length? Dan I would like your input too!
@jac91911 ай бұрын
Good stuff.
@justinlancour36411 ай бұрын
Have you ever looked at the Exodus .204 arrows? I'm curious what you think. Good videos. Enjoy them.
@davidgeske47984 ай бұрын
I have never hunted elk with a bow (would love to someday) but I’m chasing speed for deer. Current sitting at 409gr taw at 17% using X-impacts 300 spine. I want to see if I can get away with 350 spine to drop even more weight while keeping above 16%
@Cparchery...11 ай бұрын
They also have some 5mm arrows that are great I've been shooting there sirius Gemini witch are 8.65 gpi a 28 inch arrow with a 75 grain insert 100 grain point nockturnal and 3 bohning x3 vanes is 470 grains
@JustinPeters-jt1qt3 ай бұрын
How do you guys feel about the g5 megameats and deadmeats??
@brentlovell_outdoors9 ай бұрын
Dan, love your videos man! Quick question tho…. Why don’t you use Sirius arrows? Especially the Sirius Orion? Would love for you to tinker with those and kind of review those. I’m sure you’d love them. Thanks for being awesome man!
@wademoulton510928 күн бұрын
So I understand what FOC is but I haven't seen anyone explain why there is so much emphasis on it. Is it penetration, is it accuracy, is it only important long range ect. Also how much difference does it make. Most people make extreme changes to gain or loose a few percent. My main goal is a tighter pin gap and I can do that by going from brass to aluminum for my insert and I think that would change my foc from around 13.5% to 11% what is more benificial? Foc or trajectory? For reference i shoot a lift 33 31 inch draw at 80lb 80% let off with a 30" sonic 250 total weight 470g with 50g insert 100g tip.
@cedricohara79311 ай бұрын
Hey Dan, do a review of the Triple Point Clovis Helicut Broad heads! I’m curious what you think💪🏽