TRUTH About ARROWS, BROADHEADS & FOC! Bow Setup 2021

PSA: The truth about arrow set ups! Over 30 years of Bow Hunting Experience, trial & error, blood trails, and full freezers have gone into the making of this video. Waddell gives his opinion about the popular and trendy topics of FOC & Heavy vs Light for bow hunting situations. Michael also gives us a look at his Hoyt Ventum and arrow set up for 2021.We know there will be a lot of opinions on this one. Let's hear your success stories, arrow set ups, and more! The brotherhood is strong and hunting is FUN! Never make Excuses and let's all hunt the way that we want to 🙌🦌🏹

[@michaelwilson6742]

Waddy laying it on ya son. One of the last real ones out there!! Thanks bother!

[@BoneCollectorTube]

💪🏽 Thanks for watching! We're not just making this stuff up. Happy hunting!

[@nockreel1190]

This man is literally one of the reasons why some walmarts have quality hunting gear. Just saying

[@virginiaballistics8330]

I had to reread this comment Bc my Walmart is shit

[@dustinhoffman9843]

@@virginiaballistics8330 so is every piece of hunting gear sold at any Walmart anywhere

[@russelllangworthy994]

@@dustinhoffman9843 Agreed. My local Walmart sells Rage broadheads. Garbage.

[@BoneCollectorTube]

@@russelllangworthy994 There's a lot of critters killed with rage broadheads every season..

[@russelllangworthy994]

@@BoneCollectorTube Haha. I know. I was being facetious.

[@frankgrill1694]

I don’t care if it’s KZbin or outdoor channel I will always love listening to and watching Waddell and I agree with him

[@user-cx8fn4id4t]

"I enjoy a good blood trail, I love dishin out death" probably one of the best quotes I've heard 😂😂😂

[@refuel84]

You're spot on with this. I shake my head sometimes when I post a picture I am proud of for a piece of equipment I buy etc and all you see is people coming on your post trashing your equipment. I am 100% with you. You have to use what you can afford and what works best for you within the budget you have. And at the end of the day those of us in this outdoor world should be lifting each other up and high fiving each other not tearing down and discouraging others. I appreciate what you guys do and the message you speak. Keep on keepin on!

[@josevijarro9972]

This was one that needed to be put out there. Fun, thats what is missing. Yes, weve learned alot over the years & trial and error has helped pass the out come of what works to include helping one determine what is right for themselves. So in closing loved it and say hello to all thanks for a nice vedio.

[@ashesofamerica3753]

I lost my Uncle Mark this year to Covid. I learned everything I know about hunting/archery from him and my dad. He said you don’t pick one spot on a deer you pick one hair on a deer 🦌 and that’s your spot. Thank you for being a beacon of light 💡 for the hunting/shooting and out 2nd amendment rights. Keep on keepin on brother. I met you in Clair Michigan when you did realtree road trips and I loved that show and the Brotherhood you have.

[@richardbeto1615]

Very sorry for your loss. I also lost my 56 year old father in 2021 due to him taking the jab. He died 1 day later. My dad was my hero, my only friend besides my wife and my savior. I miss him every day and I curse our government and doctors for telling so many lies in the last 2 years.

[@tylersweeney22]

They was correct about that aim for a hair, I learned in the infantry when you aim small you miss small, yea you may not get that particular hair but your more likely to get very very close to it.

[@trirobb1]

“ I’ll stomp grasshoppers! “ Waddy 😂 . Love you Waddy

[@BoneCollectorTube]

😅 Tell it like it is! We love this life.

[@TaterRidgeWalker]

Folks like Waddell are a dying breed. From this Georgia boy, Hope y’all have a hell of a year!

[@buckeyemoosehunter]

Also, unfortunately, I am guilty of being critical of others when it’s actually none of my damn business how they do or live their lives. This video has been an eye opener for me.

[@indianaboy3166]

we all are

[@aaronavendt360]

I love the brutal honesty!, we lack that these days

[@BoneCollectorTube]

No kidding!

[@27outdoors12]

Louder for those in the back! Thank you Waddell for speaking for the people who don't have your platform! A bone to pick!

[@chadbooth4371]

There needs to be a lot more of this positive attitude/mindset preached out there in the world of hunting these days. I’ve been bow hunting for 30 years, and just like you Michael, I certainly have my opinion of what kind of setups I think perform best, I absolutely refuse to tell anyone else that the setup they like sucks. There’s way too much of that BS out there already. When I get asked what I think about a setup I gladly share it, but my end goal is always to encourage the youngins or less experienced. I appreciate that same thing about you Mr Waddell!

[@Hogheadsforbreakfast]

Agreed, my local bow shop (the only one around) those guys are snobs. They turn their nose up at you EVEN THOUGH you’re paying them for their services…… Amazing! Actually turns people away from archery.

[@titansfan2104]

I'm loving this. I never thought he would go on a rant like this and I love it!! This is the real talk!

[@dillonprater2652]

Humble, kind and educational is what I love about this channel and your legacy. My by far most looked up to hunter I've grown up watching!

[@wayneperry8008]

Keep up the good work. I live for hunting and fishing . When I cannot go I am watching videos on hunt and fishing . 40 years of hunting and still learning. You all are awesome and I know the passion that you are talking about .

[@tsfootball69]

Well said Waddy! I love hearing your passion and thank you for telling it like it is! Cant wait to see more content from you fellas!

[@nathanwiles7141]

The nut behind the trigger is the biggest issue in nearly every bad shot. Hunting is fun! I been watching your videos since the VHS days and the 2 wheel drive extended cab Nissan truck got stuck in the mud hole. Thanks!

[@scottharrison3461]

Preach on brother Michael !!! It’s all about going out to hunt and have fun with it. Like you said “Do what works best for you “ I have bow hunted for a long time and watching you or Tbone I learn something new all the time !!! Have a great season and be safe

[@chriskitchen8839]

Waddy, what you said is so true. I love how down to earth all of you at bone collector are. I’ve been watching you all for many years and love all the content that you have put out. Good luck this season and keep putting um in the back of the Chevy.

[@reginalddavis6748]

Outstanding content , glad to see a good man speak from his heart.

[@swooyate4412]

Happy to see an OG cut through all the BS. Bested most in all hunting situations and having fun as well. Still keeping it real. Blessings!!!

[@allenlightner6052]

What a mentor you are for every outdoors man/woman !! Keep on keeping on waddy .

[@terrymccleery3707]

Very refreshing. I watched this video because I saw FOC but then I got to listen to you talk about a lot more and it was very refreshing. Thank you guys for all you do.

[@thomsbooth4906]

I agree. My dad first took me deer hunting when I was 10 years old. I am 70 years old now and have slowed down a bit but I still try to get out there during deer season. I have always been a rifle and shotgun hunter, although I have bow hunted when I was younger. I enjoyed it. I have shot just about everything in North America that is legal to hunt and good to eat. I agree that you should do what you enjoy and what is legal , be it bow, rifle, shotgun, whatever works for you. I still use my Remington chambered in.308 that I bought used in the '70s and I still use the K-Bar knife that I carried in Vietnam as my hunting knife. I suppose the haters will tell me that they are old and out of date, like me. B.S. Too many armchair experts out there trying to tell people that their way is the best way and the equipment that they use is the best. It makes me laugh. Great video. Keep up the good work and I wish you luck on your future hunts. Sorry for the long winded post.

[@OrionARS]

Amen brother. I catch a lot of flack for using a crossbow, but what most people don't know is that I developed target panic really bad like 10 years ago with a compound. So now I shoot recurves instinctive, and also use crossbows. I literally cannot ethically shoot a compound at animals. If anyone's ever had target panic, then they'd understand

[@aidanmccoy5964]

Check out Joel Turner from Shot IQ. He has a lot of stuff in shot panic that will change everything!

[@libertyordeath1287]

I had target panic years ago and went to a back tension release and now use a hinge release and both took care of it.

[@nicolaalberti7736]

Give 200 bucks to Joel Turner, have a lot of work and determination on your part and TP will slowly become a bad memory. Nothing wrong with the crossbow.

[@patg2544]

This is why I love this guy. Tells it like it is and I feel the same way.

[@travisdevor]

I dont often comment on these videos... but I was fortunate enough to meet you this past weekend at Wellsville,Pa. You signed me and my uncle's old Hoyt bows. It was great to meet you and awesome to hear a pro talk about the difference between new and old. I thank you for that. There was never any issues about today vs yesterday... I'm still learning every day and appreciate all the education you're delivering all the time. Thank you Sir!

[@jonathancoley8112]

Great video Michael! Never apologize for what you know works. Our younger guys just coming in to the sport get so caught up in the latest and greatest just because that’s all someone is pumping and they just don’t know. I’m so glad I had people like Chuck Adams, Noel Feather, Ben Rogers Lee, Joe Drake, Joe Kelly to learn from. Don’t apologize to anyone for trying to help our new young hunters coming in to the sport.

[@joshuawarnock369]

I love this attitude. Coveted tag and setting up for success! Great attitude. I live in Utah and I’m glad you touched on how far the “ average shots” are in the west. Thanks a Ton .

[@johnpettley766]

Warnock!! Yeah buddy

[@littleliz7331]

I grew up in Columbus Georgia watching Bill Jordan and later watching you. I picked up my first bow in 1995. Today I still primarily hut with a bow. I've made more mistakes than most but have killed a lot of deer too. I don't have any trophys hanging on my wall yet but I'm still plugging away trying to learn and improve. Thank you for all the years of enjoyment and learning. Keep doing what you do and bringing us along for the adventure.

[@TheBowhunter8]

Amen brother. Do what works best for you and don’t let other’s opinions affect you. May God continue to bless you and give you all a great season this year👍

[@devonmyers6630]

First year bow hunter. I needed to hear this video.

[@progun2012]

Man I wish we could get more of this from the icons of the hunting industry! We need this kind of access from Will Primos, Waddell and so on. We need the originals to not just make shows but show us who they are and let the world know it’s ok to hunt your way.

[@buckeyemoosehunter]

I love this video! I’m 38 years old and have been watching you on TV for most of my life. I want to congratulate you. You may not see it or even know it yet, but you are already a legend in the hunting industry. Michael, you’re name does and will always go hand in hand with hunting and the outdoors. Rite next to Chuck and Eichler and all the greats that you mentioned. Thanks for the pep talk and have a great hunting season!!!

[@jasonadkins9943]

I've met Waddell a few times. I love his passion for hunting. He is great to talk hunting with.

[@gerald9364]

I have watched you when you couldn't grow chin hair, twenty years later we both are wearing grey beards. Mine is total you got aways to go,😄👍 respect to you Michael. To old to get out there but through you I'm still twanging that bow. Luv ya MIKE. T ONE RESPECT TO YOU ALSO

[@dustywarren6710]

Thanks Michael for a few minutes of down to earth common sense on KZbin, especially with all the archery videos floating around. Any new bow Hunter would be lost as hell when trying to figure out what to use now a days if they looked for advice on KZbin, I know because that was me 2yrs ago after 8yrs away from bowhunting. One thing i know for sure is of all these know it all’s up here, as far as a hunting situation you would know more than any of them as far as what works.

[@Skbowling2003]

Sounds like the most honest personality in hunting. Great outlook and advice. Stay doing what your doing. Best of luck this season

[@billward6478]

Love it brother! Much as I love watching and learning from you guys, sure would be nice to see you hunt with those recurves you talked about

[@joelzelko1537]

Problem is most guys aren't from the good old days, when you couldn't buy a pre tuned bow. Waddy said it best when he said "student of archery" back in the day you had to shoot all year and experiment to find a good set up. I remember when aluminum Easton's were almost a half inch diameter and we used overdraws to lighten our arrows up. You have to experiment for what's best for you.

[@597914]

That's the thing...nobody needed to lighten up their arrows. We were sold that idea by the industry types. People keep trying to reinvent bowhunting. Who needs all this junk to hit an animals vitals at 20 yards? At 30 or 40 yards? People are missing out by stretching out their shots. Nothing is more exciting than a bear at 9 steps.

[@therichie9916]

I've followed you since the very early days of you association with Real Tree. You definitely know you're stuff. You are a major influence in my hunting life bro.

[@BoneCollectorTube]

Thanks for the support! Means a lot. Been blessed to have a platform, but just a good ol' boy keepin' it real. Happy hunting

[@therichie9916]

Thank you brother.

[@xBobby]

I just started getting serious about archery and now bow hunting and am I glad I found your channel and shows. Boy you guys are something else, funny as hell and knowledgeable as well. Keep on keepin on guys. Love it

[@PITDAWG1977]

Glad you are now on KZbin since not having the outdoor channel for awhile I missed watching your show met you guys at the hunting expo here in Florida a few years back and you guys were really down to earth great video keep them coming

[@bamikefoxtrot561]

I’m bow hunting for the first time this year… digging through all the bullshit online gets so confusing sometimes. Thanks for being honest!

[@jeffboutilier5075]

I really appreciate this. I've been hunting for 35 years, dozens and dozens of deer and bears. I love the rage hypodermic but I hear from lots of young hunters how rage is garbage, funny, every deer I've shot one at has died within 50 yards.

[@clintonlambert6924]

Thank you Michael for what you do for the outdoor world Me and my family absolutely love. I have hunted since I was old enough to walk in the late 80s . And have looked up to you for years. God bless you brother hope you have a very blessed hunting season

[@joeykessinger6464]

Man I just love that you haven't let fame blow up your head. Awesome seeing you and pops still making gut piles. God bless and good luck to yall!

[@justinmotley8444]

Waddy all the negative comments are from haters who are jealous of the level of success you have reached. Keep doing what your doing buddy, proud of y’all at bone collector.

[@quintonwinborn7026]

Don't let them get to you. I've been watching you on the outdoor channel since I was very young.

[@jaymeyers950]

Been archery since 15 yrs old now 62 still gets excited

[@jespublichunting2965]

AMEN!!! One of the best videos I’ve ever watched!!! Everything I hunt with I love and I don’t care what anyone else thinks cause it’s not theirs!!!

[@pottskii]

This is what we need! Love the real deal Waddy no BS

[@brianvandyke5175]

First off, I am a big fan been watching the brotherhood for a long time. I agree that alot of what's out there will work as far as arrows and broadheads and I agree that it's a balance of what's important to you (accuracy and wind drift or penetration and bone breaks). However I do have some disagreements that I hope you'll look into. While yes the guys shooting hogs at 20 yards are using 800 grain arrows, it's for their situation. There are also guys hunting public land @thehunting public. That have found a balance in the 550-650 grain area that is a great balance of bone breaking (including that front leg bone because they literally sheared a mature bucks humorous in half last season) and distance. My current setup is 580 grains on a 65lb Ventum and I can get 90 yards on my sight tape. I can't help but wish as a consumer that instead of being fired up about the wave that is coming, maybe you should be thinking about contributing to it (ie. Designing a single bevel G5 or the world's first expanding broadhead over 125 grains) I agree shot placement is key but hunters are unfortunately human and bad shots happen. I'd rather have the confidence to bust hard stuff if I torque my bow 5 inches left on the biggest deer of my life or even a fat doe because I still get excited of those too. Love ya Waddy.

[@johnt9490]

Rage has a 150 grain for x bow.

[@lrpsoteria]

Very well said

[@dmorgan724]

Im sorry I can only "like" this video one time. I am thankful I found this channel awhile ago and grateful you do what you do. You are appreciated Waddy! Thanks for everything Man! Best wishes for this season and many, many more to come for you and all the Bone Collector Crew! Ill be following along

[@SpecklebellyHQ]

love your Honesty, Entergy and PASSION.. Thanks BC crew and Michael.

[@joehouchensii1433]

“Everybody that I’ve looked up to has given me the opportunity to refine what I like the most”...well said Michael. I’ve applied parts of what the guy down on the ranch subscribes to...particularly cut-on-contact heads because it makes sense with my setup. But I’m not a full disciple of the million-grain arrow build. The reality is my 10 year old son took his first archery doe last year with a 28# bow, 25” 600 spine arrow, 100 grain old school Muzzy 3-blade, 15 yards quartered away shot out of a tree stand...she went 40 yards and dropped. Even found broken a rib during the “autopsy”. So, maybe we’re overthinking far too often? Same goes for fishing. I can’t recall how many times we’ve used a strategy that’s totally counter to what the experts and conditions usually call for...yet we have a great day anyway. Pick your weapon, dial it in and go hunt! Good luck to all this season!

[@wcoutsiden863]

Way to go to your son!!! I cant tell you how many deer i killed with a 40 pound bow with short, lite aluminum arrows pushing a thunder head 100.

[@joehouchensii1433]

@@wcoutsiden863 Thunderheads and aluminum? That’s the archery equivalent of monofilament fishing line...you can’t use those with any success. I bet they love you at the pro shop (sarcasm font needed).

[@wcoutsiden863]

@@joehouchensii1433 hahahahah very true. Well i need to be more clear, that was 30’ish years ago, my brother ran the pro shop lol now i shoot gold tip arrows and rage broadheads, i still have a lot of the old arrows and broadheads it did take a while to talk my dad into the lighter carbon arrows he never did make the switch to expandable broad heads, still shoots a razorback 125! He said when they stop killing Arkansas deer he wouod swtich, hes hard headed too hes made several comments on the blood trails a rage makes and the holes They leave.

[@paulshumate2904]

This is the best content I've heard on this subject ever... I'm so glad you told it like it is Brother Waddy... More people need to be like you, your as real as they come.. Good luck this fall and as you say HAVE SOME DAMN FUN DOING IT. You only live once.... Best of luck to the BONE COLLECTER CREW 🦌🦌🦌🦃🦃💯💯🦃🦌👍

[@andrewm9454]

Probably one of the best truthful statements out there. I have experimented with many different broadheads and arrows. I have found my best set up that works for me. I have even given away what didn't work for me to buddies because it worked for them. Keep up the awesome content brother. I have been watching you guys for years. You guys are my favorite hunting group out there.

[@bamablk79]

Michael I been watching you guys since Monster Bucks Series on VHS in the 90's. It's such a great feeling to see quality open opinions on hunting. Thanks for this great video, keep up the great commentary.

[@mountaintroll7864]

didn't you bounce an arrow off a Booner last year

[@colbykinney5633]

Yes he did..giant expandables suck

[@ArcherDelux]

Sounds to me like his sense of reality is being threatened.

[@mountaintroll7864]

@@ArcherDelux people must have stopped buying all his cheap plastic china junk

[@calebbateman8298]

Out here calling out the ranch fairy without saying it. Love how passionate this guy is. Been watching him since I was young. Love it.

[@JW-uj3we]

Great words, your experience comes through so well because you speak with conviction, love the passion.

[@austincondon1294]

This has been much needed everyone is stuck on their way. Get out there and hunt is what it's all about enjoying it.

[@patrickhaney7540]

I remember seeing one of his broadheads bounce off of a buck just last year.

[@davidsno1981]

Watch the podcast from last week where he talks about shooting low poundage and a light arrow that season… well until that happened.

[@skeemask4933]

“No ones listening to what I’m tryin to sell them anymore!!” 😭😭😭 What I heard….. 😘

[@dimebag117]

Bingo!

[@joshsinglefooter]

Trolls!

[@skeemask4933]

@@joshsinglefooter I’d say it to his face ur face or whoever! I’m old school punk

[@skeemask4933]

@@joshsinglefooter if u need an address let me know sweetie 😘

[@joshsinglefooter]

@@skeemask4933 since you know so much look back at their bow set ups since they been on KZbin. Ohhhhh so that was a threat you just issued?

[@NorseIrish76]

This is why i have the utmost respect for you, yes i want to learn from you but what you said about hunting how you want is perfect

[@pottsiesr.7773]

That right there is PASSION... Love it.. I feel the same, shoot what you wanna shoot, if it's right for you and what you're hunting, it's right period.

[@drewduncan7822]

I like when the arrow bounced off that Buck

[@skeemask4933]

Me too!! 😂😂😂😂

[@trooper1293]

Nah man, that stand was just cursed is all!

[@ryanallen1023]

Love it! Have been watching waddy since moster bucks viii! Have shot everything from muzzy, grimm reaper, rage, shwaker, ect, ect, light arrows and have leaned to the heavier side, but guess what its all shot placement! They all kill genuine pigs! And whatever else gets lung butter on them! Thanks for all the great years waddy!

[@jonostrowski2674]

Now that's what I'm talking about!!! That hit home in more ways than what thanks for making this video man! and good luck to everyone this season.

[@njd624]

Excellent content. Definitely keep it real! Thanks for all you do for the industry.... it is desperately needed!

[@garrettrowe7917]

Aaron from THP was shooting a single bevel cutthroat and the arrow hit a limb, deflected and hit the head of the humorous and it split it in two and buried in the off shoulder. Plan B worked out. Like you said, wouldn’t happen with a mechanical.

[@Schnot]

Yep. That mechanical G5 wouldn’t have done that.

[@sethboyce9832]

I have a hard time trusting anything else that comes from a person who says they think a certain mechanical is the best broadhead ever made. I’m surprised they put tbones 10 ring bucks that Michael ended up shooting later and Michael’s arrow bouncing off that bucks ribs on tv. Props to em for that. Makes for bad advertisement for g5 mechanicals tho lol

[@ArcherDelux]

Yeah this guy sounded quite defensive for the whole video. No consideration for plan B.

[@garrettrowe7917]

@@ArcherDelux got to do something when all of the quality heads like cutthroat, tuff head etc are all sold out and the ol flappers aren’t selling anymore. 😂

[@inthemountainswithmeachum3256]

I don't like supporting Communist China which is where all these mechanicals are also made. I'll stick with American made fixed blade high carbon heat treated steel.

[@steveyd101]

I've been shooting heavy arrows for years (500-650gn), but I always tell people "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". If you have been killing deer with a 400gn arrow consistently, don't change a thing.

[@clowninonufools]

This is what the sport of hunting needs. Real as it gets. Subscribed right off the bat. No brand endorsements just real life. As a very passionate bow hunter ive always loved the tv episodes of you guys. Stumbled upon this KZbin and it’s golden, love it more so than the tv because it’s as real as it gets. You talk about Fred bear and all those guys you look up to but you have a lot of guys that will be throwing your name in that hat right along with those other guys. Keep up the good work hand. 💪🏻

[@jimmyshockley2128]

I'm sure glad you said what I've wanted to say for awhile THANK you for being such a great inspiration to our youth and me God bless

[@garrettrowe7917]

I use broadheads that won’t mangle like you said your G5’s did.

[@michaelcolthart4006]

Thomas Sowell, one of my favorite economists and an extremely brilliant man, says there are no fixes to dynamic problems but only tradeoffs to various actions you take. The archery public would do well to adopt this concept and instead of always looking for a panacea, understand the tradeoffs and build the setup that you find best fits your situation.

[@CormierTC]

Great point. Everything is so polarized these days and unfortunately it has crept into the hunting world. I can’t stand people bashing heavy arrows or bashing light arrows. We are all bow hunters so let’s unify around that and understand that we should be building an arrow to suit the hunt and game we are after. Hunting elk at potentially longer ranges? Maybe you want a lighter set up. Hunting hogs or deer over a bait pile at 20 yards? Sure, shoot a 700 grain arrow. Like you said there are trade offs to both and you have to find the balance that best fits your needs.

[@coltonbeasley9195]

“I hope y’all assholes have a good fall too”😂😂😂😂. Man I love you. I grew up watching you on tv and now as an adult with a family and farm of my own there’s still no better person in the industry Stay you brother

[@aaronunderwood3545]

Love this video. Absolute real one!!! I did shoot a mature doe this year. 35 yards, vector customs HMR arrow 250 spine. 100 grain insert outsert system, 175 grain iron will wide fixed head. 14% FOC. Paper tuned and flying straight. 725 grain total arrow weight. I go real heavy because I will rarely see a shot over 40 yards here in New York. Heavier arrows quiet the bow down and forces it to shoot smoother. Hoyt ventum 33 70lb. Quartering away shot. Blasted through two ribs and then blasted through a shoulder bone, passed through and hit the dirt! Was insane. That head cut through the shoulder bone with surgical precision. The bone was cut so precisely that the bone itself was so sharp it cut one of my fletch in half. Maybe I was just lucky but I’m confident I could get through a shoulder bone 90% of the time. I also love the experimenting thing so when a ton of people told me I was “crazy” for shooting so heavy I was just more driven to go heavier lol. Absolutely love this video and your position on setups. Going to build a 600 grain arrow in the next couple weeks and shoot a little lighter and faster next season. So far I love fixed heads but that may change who knows. Gotta experiment. Thank god for the 1C doe management program they just keep sending me tags! My freezer and many friends are blessed!

[@mjk208]

I think maybe there might have been a misunderstanding. Maybe I'm wrong, I haven't watched every hunting video on KZbin, but I don't recall anyone saying there's only one way. I absolutely agree that there are many ways to complete the task. I absolutely believe there is typically a most efficient way to complete the task as well. You mentioned higher foc has greater potential for penetration. You also mention you shoot higher foc because it has greater potential for precious. Why not use your platform to encourage bow hunters to be as lethal as they possibly can? The optics of higher recovery/ kill rate is good for the longevity of the sport and your livelihood. The more lethal we are the better it is for all of us.

[@ArcherDelux]

The Fairy put out a new video today showing how cheap broadhead hold up. I have shot many fixed blade broadhead that were totally destroyed despite a complete passthrough

[@mjk208]

@@kelvin7316 I feel works and worked are two totally different things. That low quality broadhead screwed into a flimsy shaft worked but it's not what's likely to work over the broadest range of circumstances. A whitetail rib shouldn't cause an arrow to deflect and it certainly shouldn't stop the arrow yet we see it all the time. When asked about the arrow system they more often than not refuse to answer and attack you for asking or go full defensive mode to as to not anger their sponsors.

[@mjk208]

@@ArcherDelux those cheap broadheads can end up costing more in the long run than a quality head.

[@mjk208]

@@kelvin7316 sponsor money is why...

[@paulcrave3112]

You should see a 650 grain arrow smack an Elk at 80 yards. HAMMER!

[@ryanturpin5971]

Love it brother! I’m here in GA setting up bows for a living. 20+ years. Thank you!!!

[@ronwalker197]

Amen. I constantly hear know it alls telling us we're wrong for using a set up different from theirs. I use what works for me. Thank you for your honesty and keep on doing what you do. I know a lot of people that pay attention and learn from you.

[@robertsophiea05]

This guy is right on the money. I have a 500g arrow going 290fps according to "the experts" I need to upgrade to "adult arrows" meanwhile my arrow is 10" into the dirt on the other side of the deer.

[@BoneCollectorTube]

@@kelvin7316 Exactly!

[@zhickman338]

I kept watching thinking there was going to be some technical advice at some point 🤦

[@jeffreyswanson8153]

This was awesome!!! Even though l’m laid up with horrible sciatica on the couch. I laughed out loud. Great presentation, the only thing missing was a mic drop at the end. You definitely got your message across. We’re the same age, I remember watching your stuff from my dorm room at Central Michigan back in the 90’s. It was great seeing you in this stripped down non-sponsored, speak your behind, real talk. Over the years you’ve consistently dropped great knowledge. Excellent video as always. Good luck this season. Cheers to “Happy gut piles”.

[@southernway8132]

Lol we need more of you here on KZbin keep it up please!! Great info and honesty!! Shot placement is the biggest key! God bless y’all and good luck to everyone this season!

[@cjrichfishing]

Y'all needed to do this. The KZbin community really has been hurting Bone Collector and other sponsored hunters and companies like G5 and Rage because of the negativity they are pushing with their biast views and agendas. Like, "you're not a man if you shoot a light arrow and a mechanic broadhead." (You know who I'm talking about.... Ranch fairy (Clears throat)). People! Do what makes you happy! Don't let people tell you how you can or cannot do something!

[@bambam2533]

You tubers aren’t hurting mainstream with negativity. They are hurting mainstream with videos dedicated to proving why they use what they use through field tests. Mainstream doesn’t give you that. At least they didn’t 2 years ago when I still watched mainstream. They just give you highlights of hunts with equipment that’s sponsored. Mainstream sponsored products obviously work. Nothing wrong with them. But if you want detailed trials of all the best products head to head to know what is the best of the best for your situation, there’s a KZbin video somewhere for it.

[@cjrichfishing]

@@bambam2533 yes, I think that is well said

[@deadeye1911]

We need a podcast with average jack archery.

[@austinphillips9966]

Average jack doesn’t know shit

[@ryanwindham2997]

@@austinphillips9966 🤣🤣

[@c.sutton13]

Heck yea well put. Good luck this year to everyone who is hunting

[@caydenmoreau4969]

I know for a fact your talking about that damn ranch fairy 😂😂 you spoke the truth waddy!!

[@jasonexplains]

I love that "y'all assholes" line hahahaha

[@dirty828shocker]

Looked for this referenced comment. Lol, let me add, he wished them genuinely a good fall. Lol

[@nitro1275]

I really appreciate the honesty and all the great content . Keep it up Boys!!

[@stevenhicks815]

I will say you changed my mind on fixed and mechanical if it is the right mechanical! Thanks for the great video!

[@rickster6.0]

WHOOO…THE INDUSTRY HAS BEEN TRIGGERED!!!!!!!

[@mossyhornhunter7022]

The Ranch Fairy has got all you guys doing videos on FOC now .

[@russelllangworthy994]

You think FOC is something new? Chuck Adams was writing about FOC back in the late '80s. All of these KZbin "experts" are standing on the shoulders of archery legends and passing off information as their own.

[@lrpsoteria]

Hilarious

[@royhoglund1322]

What a great message. Right on point! Thanks for posting and keep the videos coming!

[@tory_lovin_da_owtdoors5823]

Great video, it’s always a pleasure watching you hunt and giving us your knowledge 💯

[@mikekupetsky6879]

Man I have much respect for you buddy.I have watched you for years. But when it comes to hunting weight arrows I feel lightweight and mechanical broadheads have no place in the woods a friend of mine and myself who are better-than-average shots lost 7 deer in one season because of Rage broadheads that did not deployed or opened in flight. I am a staunch proponent for heavier arrows and I don't mean 700 grains and cut on contact or at least a very Stout fixed blade. Personally I shoot around 520 - 550 grain and use only cut on contact and single bevel broadheads prepare for the worst expect the best . We never planned to shoot those heavy so-called impenetrable bones but s*** happens you know as well as I do and that is why I don't believe we should be using lightweight mechanical all that garbage . Even though deer are a thin-skinned you're going to wish you had that plan B Arrow. Leave those lightweight arrows on the 3D course. Brothers of the bow....mike

[@stevespagnola831]

If it works for you than great. I shot more than 7 deer all with a 400 gr arrow and mechanical heads and never lost one as a matter of fact all were pass thoughts except one. All about shot selection and placement.