They are 2117 so really a 400 spine but at 22.5” they are stiff enough. They group consistently with broad heads and field tips. I shoot 100 gr Muzzy broad heads. Going to try 125 gr next but I already had the 100’s so I went with them. Another thing to note is I shoot at 125 lbs not 150. I don’t see the need for 150 because my hunting yardage is never really over 30yds. Mini has plenty of speed at that range and with the red dot zeroed at 25yd I’m killing anything out to 30 without holding high or low (although I do adjust).
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Hickory Creek Koolaid
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Thanks. I am shooting 175 gr broadheads. I wanted to try 2219's.
Did you have to adjust the spacing on the arrow rest?
Would you guys say the mini is safer for kids to shoot than an normal xbow? Let's say under 10 that can't fully grab the front and back Handel.
The concern is hand placement. If you keep it under the rail on a crossbow, everything is fine. Having to place one hand towards the front near the moving limb, in the back, and the loop is open on one side seems like you have to pay a little more attention to where they are at. Anyone come close to having the d loop pop off?
Since your drawing it closer it seems, could their be more potential for long hair to be snagged in the string? Maybe no more than a normal bow?
Would shorted arms tend to flex into the path?
If I had my 8 year old shoot it, could I hold the front, and could he safely keep his hands in the back? Or could he grab something that could be in the travel path?
Can you adjust the front Handel?
Your thoughts..thanks
The concern is hand placement. If you keep it under the rail on a crossbow, everything is fine. Having to place one hand towards the front near the moving limb, in the back, and the loop is open on one side seems like you have to pay a little more attention to where they are at. Anyone come close to having the d loop pop off?
Since your drawing it closer it seems, could their be more potential for long hair to be snagged in the string? Maybe no more than a normal bow?
Would shorted arms tend to flex into the path?
If I had my 8 year old shoot it, could I hold the front, and could he safely keep his hands in the back? Or could he grab something that could be in the travel path?
Can you adjust the front Handel?
Your thoughts..thanks
I've been wondering the same thing. My 7 yo isn't quite big enough to shoulder it and reach the front handle comfortably so idea is on hold over here. I have also been debating making some sort of clip on "guard" that goes from the front handle to the shoulder. Will keep you posted if I ever get that going/figure out how to make one that doesn't interfere with using the sight
I would not let a young kid shoot the mini.
The safety is not appropriate for someone not paying full attention to what they’re doing.
To manipulate it, it’s necessary to move your finger around inside the trigger guard(if it has one), and you’re contacting the trigger with your trigger finger to do it.
It’s fine for an adult who pays constant attention to what they’re doing, and less of a liability in a hunting situation I reckon.
It’s the only knock on the bow that really matters to me. I tolerate it for myself. No chance I’m letting a young kid have that thing.
The safety is not appropriate for someone not paying full attention to what they’re doing.
To manipulate it, it’s necessary to move your finger around inside the trigger guard(if it has one), and you’re contacting the trigger with your trigger finger to do it.
It’s fine for an adult who pays constant attention to what they’re doing, and less of a liability in a hunting situation I reckon.
It’s the only knock on the bow that really matters to me. I tolerate it for myself. No chance I’m letting a young kid have that thing.
I didn’t have to adjust the rest. It’s snug on the brushes but not bad. 2219’s probably would need adjustment
I'd suggest putting a horizontal xbow on a tripod rest. Make sure they keep their hands on the tripod, stock, grip, etc. At least until they develop the upper-body strength to manage ine offhand; the weight is farther forward than a rifle.
My 7YO was crushing bullseyes while I held the shooting stick steady. As soon as she was in charge of holding everything in place, the bolts deviated and she started crushing the buckeye tree behind the target lol
View with using the single point sling attached at the front grip. Plenty of string clearance. 
Next up is for me to figure out how to rig a reliable and quiet drawing bow holder for my JX3. Hanging it on the tree is too far to reach when surprised by deer in close. Holding it on my lap or face all hunt, or at least during extended prime times is not enjoyable.
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Someone posted a picture in another thread of himself with his xbow in a 1-point sling, in his saddle. The way it hung it was like it was in a crossdraw holster, off his support-side hip. Out of the way, but with the grip in his grip hand's arc of motion. Do you have a sling on yours?
I do not.
I'm picturing a 3d printed item that attaches to the loops on the bridge straps and receives the knob of the Mini just big enough to hold the bow securely but easy to draw.
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Shout out to @Dman75 !!! I saw the pictures he posted of the offset quiver bracket that he had made and asked if he would sell me one...he did, at a totally fair price- and even included the longer screws needed. Bracket is great! It totally solves one of the biggest problems of the Mini, the inability to cock it with the quiver in place. I've actually missed an opportunity at a shot because of the problem. I can also attest that shouldering the Mini with the quiver in place with D's
bracket does not obstruct sight or operation. Super excited about this!
bracket does not obstruct sight or operation. Super excited about this!
I found that the stirrup was too small for a size 13 boot, and it was in field of view of the red dot reflex I use.
So I removed and replaced with a flexible stirrup that is longer, and can be moved out of the way once cocked.
It does not interfere with quiver while cocking, and does not interfere with field of view.
So I removed and replaced with a flexible stirrup that is longer, and can be moved out of the way once cocked.
It does not interfere with quiver while cocking, and does not interfere with field of view.
Interesting solution! My first thought was I would lose the ability to shoot left handed with a right hand bow without the stirrup, but I forgot I could just reattach the large lock knob and use it for that purpose (not using it now since I keep the lock nut on and never take mine apart for transport).
For those that haven’t tried it, you can easily shoot left and right handed with this bow without having to move around the tree much at all. Takes away all those discussions about “platform side pressure” and “weak side” shots. There is no weak side unless you can’t shoot amphibious!
Those of you using the Hickory Creek Mini, will a regularly tied D-loop (like on a compound) work? Or does it have to have the trails with the wrap? Those of you who may have had to replace your string, who did you get to tie on your D-loop?
Thanks for any help!
Thanks for any help!
You definitely have to have the tails served in. Otherwise, you're going to have terrible nock pinch. You also have to have the d-loop the proper length. If it's too long, it will interfere with the anti-dryfire mechanism.