How Much Draw Weight To Kill A Whitetail Deer

AJA Newsletter: mailchi.mp/f408676c38a9/avera...
AJA Decals and Tuning Cards: averagejackarchery.square.site/
Kinetic Energy Calculator: www.goldtip.com/calculators.aspx
Buy some gear!
Diamond Infinite Edge: amzn.to/2VENkQ2
Magnus Stinger Broadheads: amzn.to/2YAuknF
Mandarin Duck Recurve: amzn.to/2EkJ5mC
Get OnX Hunt: webmap.onxmaps.com/create-acc...
Facebook: / averagejackarchery
Instagram: / averagejackarchery
Email: [e-mail]
Bowhunter Box Club: bowhunterboxclub.com
Gear I Use!
Bows: Elite Energy 35, Elite Answer, 30" draw, 50-60 pounds
Optics: Maven C.1 10x42 amzn.to/2HwBEuZ Vortex Diamondback 10x42 amzn.to/2EjXIXm
Arrows: Easton Axis 300 amzn.to/2LXkH0U Easton Camo Hunter XX75 2315/2415 amzn.to/2wiWqb3 Gold Tip XT Hunter 300 amzn.to/2Enb2dA
Releases: TruBall Stinger amzn.to/2ElkLBp TruBall BT Gold 4 Finger amzn.to/2HwBRON
Rests: QAD HDX amzn.to/2LXTyej Trophy Ridge Whisker Biscuit amzn.to/2VC3J7L Trophy Ridge Tack Driver amzn.to/2VRoHVe NAP Nighthawk amzn.to/2LTWvMM
Broadheads: Magnus Stinger/Buzzcut amzn.to/2LW5Qnu Black Hornet/Ser-Razor amzn.to/2VC1j96
Vanes: Blazer, Fusion X Qii, Bohning X Vanes
Sights: Trophy Ridge Peak V5 amzn.to/2EmfwkI GWS AR-19 Single Pin amzn.to/2JTsgDg
Quiver: Bohning Lynx 4 Arrow amzn.to/2HsAPDh
Bow Press: Last Chance Archery EZ Green amzn.to/2HrgOwS
Targets: Morrell Targets High Roller 21 amzn.to/2VC202c YJ 450 amzn.to/2WjAivs
Treestands: Gorilla Climbing Treestand XOP Vanish Treestand amzn.to/2LX1tIK API Outdoors Huntin' Sticks with Lone Wolf Versa Button rope modification
Camera: Canon Rebel t6i amzn.to/2HuQsdy 18mm-55mm kit lens
Mic: Movo VXR10 amzn.to/2VWmvvO Full Saddle Hunting Setup:
11mm Static Line: www.rei.com/product/472262/bl...
8mm Accessory Cord: amzn.to/33zYRVW
Carabiners: Black Diamond, amzn.to/2KzzRqp Mad Rock, amzn.to/2YPGXjk
EZ Hunter Sit Drag: amzn.to/31FWdME
Ropeman MK Ascender: amzn.to/2Z6xr6H
Foam Pad: amzn.to/2Z1kcUR
Primal V Step: amzn.to/2H7KTAO
Black Diamond BOD Harness: amzn.to/2H2fGPJ

[@sparky6200]

Putting the arrow where it needs to be is far more vital than its FPS

[@beakeman9531]

where is most Vital? In the ass?

[@greenhoodedvigilante458]

@@beakeman9531 Just above the leg, behind the shoulder.

[@ijaxon6675]

Completely true. 10 pounds if not less. If you could get close enough to a deer and stab him with an arrow in the heart it would kill it. So yes a 30# bow can kill a deer with a well placed shot.

[@Ranger_k16]

You're not wrong however there is a caveat you overlooked. If the arrow is not traveling as fast, it will have a steeper arc and will take longer to get to the target which can translate to striking a branch ect it also gives the animal more time to get out of the way and could result in poor placement

[@jacksonquick88330]

Not nesasarily

[@michaelwade4756]

Thank you for a great video. Makes a lot of sense as an extremely amateur hunter, planning for my first hunt next season.

[@MrHummingbirdbassist]

brother, this is clearly the best bow information and clear explanation ive read so far!!!!! im subscribing,,, keep em coming

[@averagejackarchery]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoy the content. God bless.

[@blackr0se]

This is a youtube video done right. SUPER informative and not a lot of the extra filler. thank you. Subscribed!

[@kovuk9]

Excellent post, TYVM for your insight. God Bless and best of luck to both you and your wife this year here in PA.

[@thomaswright2030]

I found a Barnett youth bow at Walmart for more than half off on clearance and picked it up on a whim. I figured it would be good to target shoot with along with my sons. It was set about 43 lbs from the factory and that felt just fine to me. My buddy hunts and as humbling as it is, I've never even been able to draw his bows back. I'm only 5'-6" and not super strong and the youth bow feels just about right to me. I had to dial it back to about 25 lbs for my wife and oldest son to be able to pull it back but I know I can always crank it back up to the max for myself. I don't see a need for much more, because I'd probably struggle too much with it. This is just for backyard target shooting anyway.

[@swamphunt]

Just the video I needed....The second I clicked I see a Penn State hat, I though ok this guy got that part right he is worth a listen......then you added a PA hunter (my home state) made this extremely informative to me just getting into archery at a later age (40+) having filled many many rifle tags over the years my son is now hunting making rifle season more of a learning time for him, so I wanted a hunt I can call my own. Not that I mind showing him in any way. Its just a Dad thing I have spent many years on my own hunting so now I have to learn just like him. So I figured why not pick up bow hunting for some :me time" in the woods. Grab one of these adjustable compounds like Diamond pro or Bears G2 that way when I am better he gets my old bow to start his learning cycle with. Great stuff!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JoseMorales-hz1op]

Like your videos, before and after gratitude for the sport and creation its self. Keep up the great work.

[@varg8696]

i use 45. they all die every time.

[@blbreptiles4126]

i use 50 cal hahaha

[@stangsoutdooradventure8716]

80 lbs is overkill but I figure why not

[@jasonmiller5030]

consistent pass throughs with 45lb modern longbow for a while now. Just bought a 40lb and am very optimistic with it as well.

[@GrimOutdoor]

it is 40

[@blainedeyager3287]

VARG damn I use 60. Lbs and I'm 11

[@SpeedyStevesChimineySweeping]

Hey I am binge watching all of your videos as i have been interested in bow hunting all my life and finally have the freedom to seriously invest time and money into it. Anyway I would just like to say a massive thank you for the comprehensive advice that you share in all your videos, as a beginner I find that a lot of people talk to us noobs like we are idiots. You have given me hope for the archery community and rekindled my passion and drive to get into the sport by teaching in a precise and respectful way. So thank you from New Zealand. Keep up the amazing videos! You have gained a loyal subscriber.

[@averagejackarchery]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I hope to put forth some more gear work/hunting footage in the future. Feel free to comment with any questions or video topic suggestions! Good luck and God bless.

[@jayleebritt6765]

someone just got divorced? haha. i did and now i get to practise and hunt pretty much when ever i want. loving the single life.

[@MsCas3]

Really well explained and thought out video, nice work

[@jtsoutdoorsandmore8136]

great video bro . i know how it is here an PA , it's cold your cold and the muscles don't want to work , it's easy to be over bowed in those conditions .

[@RICK-fs6yi]

I use 60lb my old man has done it for years with a 45lb recurve.

[@Flisix]

Has he killed anything though

[@BxbyRxmbo]

Can a 60 pound kill a bear? I got one... And Lol my gfs account

[@DrGeorgeAntonios]

How close did he have to get with a 45#?

[@greenhoodedvigilante458]

@@DrGeorgeAntonios 20 yards and under for most trad guys.

[@jihlnabaat6329]

you get a sub for a pink compound

[@honchobrown5309]

Ryoka Narusawa haha

[@Lyl321]

That's the bow of his wife.😂

[@3obardThawn3]

I love your videos... keep them coming... great videos...

[@travismoore2495]

good video and info, people need to remember your pass through or penitration relies relies heavily on kinetic energy from arrow weight. people often increase poundage to increase speed but the problem is your only going to gain 7/8 fps for 5 pounds of draw weight, and often require a heavier stiffer arrow. it's not all crank your bow up and call it a day. the biggest factor is your cam design and how fast it can release the energy.

[@abwigim]

The hand me down PSE I shoot was and still is set at 70. I used to shoot at 55. I could definitely tell the difference in the 15 pounds. I still draw back the 70. I'm a big dude so I'm comfortable with it and I like how much faster the arrow gets to the target at distances. By the way I really enjoy your videos. You have yourself a new subscriber. :)

[@averagejackarchery]

Matt Wigim So glad you enjoy the content! God bless.

[@SJBetkoski]

Good advice. I read somewhere once that most american indian bows averaged around 35 lb.

[@lastcall8286]

Thanks, I know nothing about bows so I am looking to get my first bow for archery and mibe up to hunting.

[@RickSuaz]

I use a 30 to 40lbs compound bow. Life's good.

[@rossbrown9156]

I know this is an old video, but I think it is very good and I enjoyed it very much.

[@bigpop3170]

This was recommended to me on July 2nd, the day he made this video

[@kevinbugg9543]

I have a 30 draw recurve , excellent for smaller game but did get 152 lbs buck last year...no luck this year

[@bobpeck7927]

Thank you 🙏 for sharing all of your knowledge with us.Yes we are family and being an older hunter I use a crossbow with much success out to 30 yds and as close as 13 yards (whew!!). I know that god is on my shoulder and when it’s time I’m ready ..Keep sharing your expertise with us..🦌🏹

[@djrubberducky5178]

I just bought a brand new bear cruzer g2 rth a few days ago. It's a great bow. I highly suggest is. As it's set a 30lbs since it is my first compound bow. I'm still happy with it

[@fendergibson5222]

The Best Of All you have just started out? I'm new to compound bow... I'm a 6ft guy 190lbs...what would been a good poundage for me to start out?

[@ericetjulialoiseau]

*Love how straight they fly. Havnt tested them on an animal yet but Im sure they will perform as good or better than the Swhacker Spitfire XXX ive used.*

[@fuzean1]

ill never looked at pink color the same way again

[@ggkoutdoors4568]

It's about the broad head not the bow and shot placement so I do agree. I've killed many dear with a 32lb bow and a great two blade broad head. Cuz two blades have the best penetration for low poundage bows.

[@MrSmoothasf]

I haven't been shooting long and the first time I used my compound bow I thought my shoulder was going to cave in at 55ibs. I dropped it to 45 and after 2 weeks of getting my technique right I was able to put the bow up to 70 and I pull that with ease. The let off is enough that it doesn't affect my accuracy. My point is with the correct technique there's no need to be using 35-40pound draw weights and taking the risk of injuring rather than killing.

[@MyPlaymaker]

I appreciate your video. I am a heart patient and can no longer pull my old bow. I am thinking of buying an Infinite Edge so I can keep shooting. BTW, I agree with your assessment of bow weights: I've killed four deer with a 40# recurve using the old Bear Razorhead with no insert. I also like your reference to God's creation.

[@Aaron-ud6wk]

Jan Dunnick Maybe you should consider a cross bow. Compound not fiberglass. It'd be easier on you and your heart. Except for the Cocking

[@Jn42318]

Aaron 117 he could use a crank to dock it

[@blanebarnes0559]

I have a diamond infinite edge, it is so good

[@vf12497439]

When I first got into the sport I went all out for an 80# setup. I was elk hunting in the west so I justified my decision because of the size of my game. Later I picked up a Martin bow to be my target practice bow, it maxed out at 70#. My groups of practice shots tightened up immensely at 40 and 60 yards. I discovered that I was using so much energy pulling and holding the draw weight that it was negatively effecting my shooting ability. I routinely shoot 65#, 70# bows now as a well placed shot will always be more lethal than a poorly placed more powerful shot.

[@vf12497439]

+Nikolai Kravchenko when I first got into archery hunting draw weight meant faster. Now the bows are so fast that you can choose. I had a Person Spoiler 80# bow with an over draw and shooting a 26 inch arrow I was getting speeds of 250 fps. That was pretty fast in 1990. Now with the newer bows and carbon arrows... Well you know lol

[@vf12497439]

+daimon hellstrom lol, I never did tree stands but I'll be 45 on my next birthday and I'm stiff in warm weather! Lol

[@vf12497439]

+daimon hellstrom I've had good results, I've often wondered about tree stands but in my area it's tall timber and tight underbrush. You could sit on a good trail for a week and not see an animal and sometimes they might travel that path daily. One Hunter can run a heard of elk out of an area and they might not come back for weeks. Basically the herds are scattered after opening weekend and you might spend several days locating a herd after that. And if a lead cow is killed in a herd, that herd could scatter into two or more small groups. That being said I've wondered but never wanted to stay stationary. Most people on the coast range of Oregon stalk instead of using stands.

[@Jiraiya-Sama482]

I did not know stated had a minimum. I've always been into archery just never been able to get into it because of my young age but now that I can make my own money and buy my own equipment it's going to change. thanks for the information

[@averagejackarchery]

Ero Senin You're most welcome!

[@chrisconger264]

Great video well said

[@isaacaubel9656]

Great vid!!

[@augustusanagnostou2528]

Thank you it did clear it up a bit but when I said a arrow rest I don't mean the arrow shelf I mean a arrow rest that is usually found on a recurve usually made out of a bit of wire of plastic

[@averagejackarchery]

Augustus Anagnostou Ah, I see the angle you're coming from. In the trad world (of which I'm certainly no expert) it seems to be at the greatest a 50/50 split between rest shooters and shelf shooters. My experience is that it's predominately shelf shooters, such as myself. Goes to show you that you can't judge a bow by its rest! Haha.

[@augustusanagnostou2528]

Average Jack Archery haha yeah sorry for the trouble and as I write this I've just realised that it might be quite late for you as I live in Australia 🇦🇺

[@augustusanagnostou2528]

Average Jack Archery also what Hoyt and pse bows do you have? I have a bowtech fantic 3.0

[@gasemupoutdoors8706]

I killed my first deer with a bow at 9 years old. I was useing a bear apprentice pulling 22lbs at a 19 inch draw. Deer only went 30 yards

[@simobarret]

Amazing, for a 9 yo kid and such kind of a bow... What a shot dude.

[@fillantaufan4058]

22lbs for a deer ? That's wild !

[@gasemupoutdoors8706]

Fillan Taufan doesn’t take much with the modern bows and broad heads, all you gotta do is make a hole 👌

[@southpawhammer8644]

I bought my bow second hand! It's a great way to get expensive equipment on the cheap!

[@cyberspino6277]

Especially becuse stuff like bows don't wear down with use that much

[@southpawhammer8644]

@@cyberspino6277 as long as the riser is in good condition anything can be replaced pretty easily.

[@Trout2TrailOutdoors]

I’m looking into getting my girlfriend a bow because she wants to get into bow hunting. She is probably going to be shooting right around 35lbs (NJ legal weight too) and probably is going to have between a 25 and 26 inch draw length. I was wondering if you had any advice on arrow set up, broadheads or anything else I may want to take into consideration to make the bow as ethical and lethal as possible?

[@samivey8416]

I've shot almost all weights up to 80 pound longbow and I prefer the 55 to 60 range in trad and compound. With the heaviest arrows I can get to fly

[@remytanner9440]

subbed. you are a different breed of you tuber and hunter and like minded.

[@averagejackarchery]

Remy Tanner Thanks so much! God bless.

[@kenrudder9784]

I use browning recurve 55#. Too much for me now at 71 so I’m going down to a 35# for whitetail. No draw weight in Texas but they recommend 30 to 40 minimum.

[@tytraulich4987]

ROFL 10 yards max

[@ethanboyd5276]

I have my bow at 55 and i consider it fairly easy to take a shot at under 30 yards. However I wouldn't shoot farther than that at a deer. If you watch my latest video you will see a picture of where my deer will come and that is a good visual of the range of a 55-60 draw weight bow.

[@steveyd101]

I shoot a 55lb recurve with a 675 grain arrow going maybe 170fps. It will go through any bone on a whitetail. I have no problem shooting a deer quartering towards me. If you have a heavy arrow, you can get away with even less draw weight. I know several guys that hunt with 40-45lb bows with really heavy arrows and have no problem getting passthroughs on deer even through bone.

[@BigBeerus]

65lbs long bow myself 500 (I think) grain razor arrows

[@hegz1484]

shit spot on vid... a lot better than i expected ---> subscribed

[@TexasRigged]

Just picked up a Barnett Vortex Hunter from Wally world for $74 bucks. Stoked to start learning archery

[@gecko22335]

TexasRigged ever shoot a deer with it yet?

[@jessiecaplette2242]

I just bought a 50 pound recurve. First time bow. Feels to light. I could draw it back with my right and left hand. I need a 60 pound recurve.

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Jessie Caplette , no, you pull a 50 easily.. Stay with it! Archery/ bow hunting is not a test of " manly show off strength", nope.. It's about finesse, accuracy n perfect shot placement for a clean ethical kill! How do I KNOW this , been an archer since 1957 n my 1st hunt was in September off that year.. I'm 67 this September! A life long student of all things Archery! C Ya out in the field!

[@slingshotmexican2484]

Great video

[@crazycarl6922]

I do mostly carp shooting and I had arrows bounce off with 50lb but that's a whole different story

[@shipmastershadowofintent5249]

I never really payed attention . I used a 20 pound recurve at 30 yards . iv had clean kills all my hunting career. I did however go up to a 45 pound compound couple years ago.

[@duane-vw9nh]

Most First Nations bows were 20 lb for hunting for war a 50-60 lb bow for farther range

[@angelbowman1486]

Thanks for this video jack. Sadly bowhunting is banned hear in England. However we are hoping to get overseas and hunt soon

[@kerajohnson1505]

That's crazy man it was once a time where men from age 13 and above would practice shooting their bow every Sunday

[@angelbowman1486]

Kera Johnson not any more. No one goes to church and no one bowhunts. Well any church that teaches the word right. This nation has gone. How I pray for righteousness to come to our once great nation

[@ebylongoutdoors9281]

do you ever shoot your compounds instinctively? I just started myself and so far so good.

[@averagejackarchery]

I leave the instinctive stuff to my recurves and longbows. The compounds I've shot too long with a mechanical release I don't think I'd ever risk going with my fingers. :)

[@georgeparamushchak1733]

I want to get a 40lb bow do you have advice I want one for deer hunting under 150$ thx

[@Shazzkid]

I use a 70lb, but i also shoot at a further distance than others

[@Warongpustaka]

Is there any different if one use 45 pound traditional bow instead of recurve or compound?

[@jaredflynn3750]

I'd say a traditional bow would be a little harder to master but if it puts out the same amount of force I don't see why you wouldn't be able to use it

[@lilnahtzeeproductions3911]

I going to use the blood sport spitfire doublecross broad head is that a good broadhead

[@MrZeerix]

Awezome vidio dude! I'm from sweden so and there hunting with any kind om bow is illigal. I just resently bought a secondhand hoyt pro comp elite XL target bow, i would Love to traven to America some day to Hunt! So My question is: do You think it's any Idea to Hunt with a target bow? Sry for the bad english, Hope You understand ;)

[@justinsidervag1643]

Shot placement is key. You can kill em with a hammer ,but only if you hit the right spot.

[@rorynelson7548]

I really appreciate that when you begin your videos, you don't say, "Hey what's up guys". Drives me crazy man sometimes I just change the video when they say that

[@averagejackarchery]

I appreciate that@

[@MrAngryTwinkie]

Mass + momentum > poundage and speed

[@richardpeterson3753]

pink beaver balls. hmmm. never thought I'd see that one lol

[@duanevigue1603]

I know you touched on it, but ALWAYS check your local laws. Here in Maine, draw MINIMUM weight when hunting deer and bear is 35lbs. Moose, 45lbs. You are ALSO required to be using a broadhead with a MINIMUM of 7/8 inch width.

[@slingshotmexican2484]

I use 45 lb coumpound

[@josephjohnson7113]

Slingshot Mexican same

[@thatsjuslogan2025]

Watching because i was thinking to let my son go hunting with his 40 pound draw weight tomcat 2 and was going to let him kill his first buck

[@bigpop3170]

I just turned 15 but I use 70, i can go up to 80 but it's a little difficult and i don't want to mess up my shoulders

[@lilnahtzeeproductions3911]

I'm 13 and I use a 29" draw with a 65lb draw weight is that enough to effectively kill deer and elk

[@thatdudethecommenter1012]

@Rgd200 Davis but never overwork yourself,shoot maybe 12-14 times and then take a short rest and about the elephant killing thing,it is true....i think

[@WorldsBestFisherman152]

Lil Nahtzee Productions i don’t believe that shit

[@xdivineHART]

@@WorldsBestFisherman152 right? Not saying it's not possible, but you sounds a little boastful

[@richardpeterson3753]

jokes aside, I'm pretty sure there are dynamic differences between bows and crossbows, so my question is, if I'm looking for a crossbow that can reasonably take up to large game, what would be the ideal draw weight? not asking for an extream end lol. I may need to make the bow prod, and I also don't want to draw a 175# draw crossbow repeatedly all day. can a 75-100# prod work? I'm not totally sure what differences are between bows and crossbows in terms of draw weigh, and energy of projectiles, but I know the two won't be identical just by nature of the design. I don't need to seige a castle, just drop a deer. so what is the reasonable ranges in the crossbow world?

[@andrewwolflethecatfishmast790]

I use a 180 lpound crossbow. I'm only 13. I use rope cocking aids to pull up the crossbow string to the trigger lock. I pretty sure you will be fine. Pick the bow that appeals to you. Shoot and practice with it. You will do just fine.

[@bossmcasskick4051]

What if you made an arrow out of a steel pipe (with the diameter of an regular arrow) and drilled a shit ton of holes in it so that the blood could gush out through the arrow itself? The arrow usually blocks the wound channel and you have to rely on the cutting of the tip to do the killing. With a pipe it would be like an open wound that can't close. I'm guessing it could also channel blood into the lungs if you hit those. Has an arrow like this been made before?

[@averagejackarchery]

As far as I'm aware no one has ever devised a "swiss cheese" arrow before, although the concept is intriguing. However, in practice, it would be much more lethal for the shooter than for the animal he was trying to harvest. An arrow relies on its ability to transfer the bow's energy equally along the length of its shaft. If there are any weak spots (i.e. holes or cracks) all the momentum and energy gets focused on the weakest spot and the results are catastrophic.

[@MyLonewolf25]

Boss McAsskick in all reality you'd only need a few holes near the bottom and top of the shaft

[@seangabrielson8224]

where ya live in PA? Ever hear of raystown lake?

[@Chriskelly19067]

Happy 4th man

[@thesecondset]

I use 25 does that works

[@naturallyaspirated78]

I'm 13 and use a 70 pound draw weight and it shreds enough to kill anything in Montana up to 50 yards or even 60

In Hungary, the law about hunting says 50# draw weight is the minimal for big game hunting for the man. Women don't have the same legal limit. 50# is very sweet. This is not too much for small game and enough for big game and also in competition, you can use it for everything.

[@ghazet77]

you can change the poundage and not stuck to old user choice

[@midgardjarl8282]

I always try to get close

[@lovetohunt3613]

I use 55lb. Easy to hold back Incase you have to hold back a few minutes and it’s a very clean pass through everytime.

[@603Hunting_Fishing]

i shoot 70 and i get pass throughs when i shoot deer in chest and broadside shots

[@joshnano8326]

Here in VA ur bow just has to be able to shoot 120 feet so u could hunt with like 20 pounds lol

[@tytraulich4987]

50-55 3 blade heavy 17 - 21 yds

[@travelcompass591]

Hi, can you give me some tips for second hand compound bow buying? I have not found a video on it.

[@averagejackarchery]

Check out my video on buying second hand or used equipment!

[@judeabrams723]

Can a 22 pound draw weight kill a dear

[@jessewilliamson6596]

Great vid. If you think about it, native Americans have hunted deer and other species of animals for a long time and obviously they didn't have the technology of todays modern bows, arrows or mechanical or even steel razor blade broad heads. Yet, they were able to harvest game successfully. I agree the poundage isn't necessarily what gets the job done, its shot placement.

[@colinnickels5525]

Ay I live in pa too

[@dustinhinzman]

dude that recurve is lethal out to 30 at least. its just being accurate that's the hard part

[@karlmitchell9940]

I just got a 70pound compound

[@dhooter]

Where in Pa are you to see -10 degrees? Also where do you see deer? They are almost extinct where I hunt in Pa.

[@johnkertzman3223]

Back in the late 80's and early 90's I used to hunt with a Hoyt bow set at 85lbs we had to shoot that weight to get any kind of speed for long range shots (50-60 yards). But with the technology of todays bows and the development of carbon arrows thier is no need to shot anything over 65lbs. Unless you are hunting the bears of Alaska or African dangerous game todays bows deliver more than enogh energy to kill anything in the lower 48.

[@hph.outdoors1850]

i have a barnett vortex and i shoot 40 pounds with mechanical broadhead and i drop boats and that thinner skinned big game

[@hph.outdoors1850]

i mean boars

[@bdoggy2315]

i am a beginner archer, i weight 5'7 155 pound, medium small frame but i am fairly strong, what pound draw do u recommend? my goal is hunt small game

[@averagejackarchery]

Somewhere between 35-45#

[@coltinlaplante7400]

That being said if your comfortable pulling that 70lb don't be afraid to do it either

[@volgwithtyler1539]

same but my draw wight is at 28

[@xKingofDaNorthx]

I got a Bow Tech I pull 50 lbs and it shoots as fast as my dad's bow and he pulls 70.

[@joshuasuddethjs]

Mine is set on 65

[@volgwithtyler1539]

I use gold tip

[@stizan24]

Illinois is 40lb in 29 inches. I shoot 63 and will probably have it up to 65 by October. I'm going to have it at 70 by next year because I'm going moose hunting and I might have to reach out to 50 yards to tag him. Besides my bow is 60 to 70 and I like the heavy draw. It makes shooting more fun if you can only shoot 6. Besides how many shots do you need to kill a deer? 1.

[@ngnmech]

Actually Illinois has dropped the minimum to 30 pounds this year.

[@WildernessBoys]

Haha it's funny that I'm watching this 4 of July 2017 any one else?

[@Jbro1851]

I'm 9 years old and I pull 90# with my teeth.. Is that good?

[@bonniekarundeng2606]

Jbro1851 yes!

[@terrelllarue927]

Hey can a 60 pound bow with 240 fps compound bow kill an elk

[@the270hunter]

Southwest Outdoors yep

[@007-Bond]

I use 10lb bow with explosive tip. It kill them but blow them in half. The meat taste funny afterward and I have ringing in my ear for week. Anyone know why meat taste bad?

[@bmaki2472]

29lbs👌