85 gr. vs. 100 gr. broadheads

[afootorhorseback]

I need some input on this topic as I am a complete novice (never considered anything other than 100gr.) Looking to optimize my set up for the '07' season (Muley & Elk). What are the pros and cons of each. How much velocity can "really" be gained with the lighter set up. All opinions and advice welcome. Thanks in advance for your time with this matter.

 

[canhunter]

It would depend on you ended up with for a FOC percentage and overall arrow weight. Check the actual chronographed velocity thread to get an idea of what FPS will be lost or gained. There are several with different arrows from the same bow. I would not want to give up the cutting diameter, and am not a super fan of the short with steep cutting blade angle.

 

[grizzlyplumber]

I agree with can, especially on elk and large muleys, I would not want anything less than 100 grains. Those bigger animals need as much kinetic energy as you can get to blow through them and make a blood trail.

 

[swbuckmaster]

85 grains heads are pretty light. If you are shooting them you are shooting a light arrow with low bow poundage. Can said it correctly check you Front of Center on your arrow this will tell you what kind of head to attach. For field or target 8 to 10 percent is good. As for hunting a higher percent is better 10% to 13%. The broad head will have less steering affect with a higher FOC. It will also be less affected by wind.

Large cutting heads are great for close shots 15 to 25 yards. You need a lot of KE to push a big blade through a deer or elk at the longer shots 25 and up. I know I will encounter a longer shot so I go with a smaller cutting Diameter, cut on contact tip and fixed blade for deer and elk.
If you are shooting a light arrow with low bow poundage shoot a long cut on contact long tapered two blade it will surprise you.