I don’t think there’s a “best arrow for whitetail”, but assuming you’re new to bow hunting there are a few general directions you can take.
You should spend around $5-$10 per shaft. Any less and you can’t trust the quality any more and you are either getting ripped off or getting more than you need. Beman ICS bowhunters, Golt tip Hunters and several carbon express arrows fit this requirement.
You should aim for a heavy ish arrow. 450-600 grains is optimal in my opinion but if you’ve done any research at all you’ll get 100 different opinions. NOT EVEN FOR PENETRATION here are the reasons you should aim for a heavier arrow. 1. Higher GPI = a tougher arrow. There’s more material in the wall. (Handy if you miss) 2. Shooting a slower bow will make you more accurate Especially if you are new. 3. Heavier arrows are quieter in a hunting situation. Black eagle carnivores, Element typhoons and Easton axis are all great in this regard. GPI should be between 9 and 13.
Honestly this should be most important and up top, but PICK THE RIGHT SPINE AND GET YOUR BOW TUNED. It’s pretty tough to pick a spine that won’t tune in a modern compound. Assuming you’re pulling above 60 lbs at more than 27 inches go 340 or 300. (Higher number is weaker spine) (carbon express has a different system) (always check the manufacturers spine chart)
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