Elk Arrows, Broadheads and Shot Placement - With The Ranch Fairy
Troy Fowler, 'The Ranch Fairy,' joins Cliff Gray to dissect the heavy vs. light arrow debate and share field-tested truths about improving lethality in bowhunting. From the science of momentum to the importance of broadhead durability, this conversation is packed with insights to help you make better gear decisions. Discover why heavy arrows might be the key to more ethical kills and how small adjustments can lead to big results in the field. Don’t miss this deep dive. Check out Troy's YouTube channel: / @ranchfairy [00:00:04] Troy Fowler & The Heavy Arrow Debate [00:05:13] Lessons from Failure in Bowhunting [00:09:40] Momentum: The Key to Better Shots [00:13:02] Why Broadheads Matter Most [00:23:01] Misjudging High-Stakes Shots [00:36:31] Light Arrows: A Setup for Failure [00:39:36] Arrow Penetration & Quartering Shots [00:49:15] Single vs. Double Bevel Broadheads [01:03:04] Shot Placement Misconceptions [01:16:06] Long-Range Shots: Ethics & Reality [01:18:32] Preparing for Animal Reactions [01:22:09] Momentum vs. Speed in Archery [01:34:52] Choosing the Right Broadhead [01:40:15] Consistent Arrow Flight Wins [01:46:27] Lessons from 300 Elk Shots #archeryelk #archeryhunting #elkhunting #pursuitwithcliff - -- FOLLOW CLIFF on INSTAGRAM: / cliffgry Professional Hunting Gear Designed by Cliff: https://store.pursuitwithcliff.com/ Hunts/Seminars: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/experien... Pursuit With Cliff Podcast and Interviews of Cliff: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/intervie... SUBSCRIBE TO CLIFF'S MEMBERSHIP GROUP (FREE and Paid Options, 1,000+ Members, 90+ Hours of Content): https://pursuitwithcliff.com/membership/ Cliff's Gearlist and Discount Codes: https://pursuitwithcliff.com/gear-list/ (The links below are affiliate links. They do not change your pricing, but they do give me a small commission. Buying through these links is a great way to support the content I produce. Thanks!) Duckworth Wool (The simple wool hoody I wear in many videos.) - CLIFF for 20% off - https://www.duckworthco.com/products/... Kifaru - The packs Cliff has used for 15+ years - https://alnk.to/fws0FRH UnCharted Supply - CLIFFG 10% Off - https://alnk.to/7X5f0pq Cliff’s OnX Maps DISCOUNT: SAVE 20% — CODE: CLIFFG https://www.OnXMaps.com Biltong Depot - https://biltongdepot.com/?ref=CLIFFGRAY - Code CLIFFGRAY for 10% off WATCH MORE FROM CLIFF: Hunting Skillsets - • Hunting Skill Sets E-Scouting Series - • E-Scouting Hunting Gear - • Mountain Hunting Gear Glassing - • Glassing Catch, Clean, Cook Adventures - • Catch, Cook, Clean Adventures Hunt Preparation and Logistics - • Fall Hunt Preparation Hunting Horseback - • Horseback Mountain Hunting Marksmanship - • Mountain Hunting Marksmanship Wildlife Tracking - • Wildlife Tracking

All About SUPPRESORS FOR HUNTING

The Biggest Lie in Modern Bowhunting

170. The Mindful Hunter | Jay Nichol

OVER FIFTY Colorado PUBLIC LAND BULLS - Lessons Learned with Elk Guide Evan Koster

"MFJJ Debated Ranch Fairy" MFJJ x Tim Connor

EP. 84 - From Canada in the Rough to Giant Bull Moose | Paul Beasley

30 Years of Hunting The Most Pressured ELK ON EARTH With Bob Terwilliger

Heavy Arrows and why MFJJ HATES them.

I Had No Idea How I Was Going to Hunt This Buck | 🎬 GRITTY 4K FILM

Ed Ashby's Rhino's and The Natal Study Detail

Mechanicals on ELK... Should You? Let's have a discussion...

Optimal Reticle Use for THE HUNTER - Thomas from THLR

HOW-TO Make BROADHEADS Fly Like FIELD POINTS w/Ranch Fairy

10 Years of Killing Public Land Bulls For a Living - With Evan Koster

Elk Hunting Q&A Marathon – 30+ Questions on Gear, Access, and Strategy

Inside Zach Ferenbaugh’s Mind | Whitetail Research Podcast Ep. 3

Why didn't medieval LONGBOWMEN switch to RECURVE BOWS?

Mountain Hunting with a Cargo Drone | THE PROFESSIONAL HUNTER

The Bear Archery Podcast Ep. 207: The Fairy

