Do any of ya'll use this, and, if so, how well do you like it? I was thinking of trying it for kicks on a couple of arrows sometime.
I know plenty of guys swear by that configuration. I've tried it with a couple dozen arrows and liked it. I still use the 90degree config because I just find it easier to replace individual feathers. I have not seen any difference in flight between the two but that's just me. I say go ahead and give it a try you might find you really like it.
A friend made up a set the first time for me about 4 years ago and they work perfect.
Tracy has some info on his site (Foxfire Traditinal Archery) about the differences, he's a wonderful and knowledgeable gentleman to talk with and a Sponsor.
Good luck.
http://www.arrowsbykelly.com/
here are some explanations if you scroll down a bit..
http://www.arrowsbykelly.com/Other_Tips.html
I've shot 60 X 120* 4 fletch off and on for a number of years. Recently I bought 3 JoJan indexers from 3Rs and went back to 4 fletch 90* with the small 2.25" feathers. They shoot great on my aluminums, and 4 --3" or 4" fly great at 90* on my woody's. I think I like 4 at 90 better now. Might be mental :-) Bill G.
Interesting. Thanks guys!
The true effect of 60/120 can only be achieved if you lower your nocking point during the process. This is the main reason for going to this fletch orientation-to obtain the lowest possible nocking point.
I have used (and still do) the 60 X 120 set up. I shoot only vanes, and love rthe setup. It also gives better fletch clearance than the 90 x 90. I use 4 - 3.75" vanes. This comes out to 15", the same as if you used 3- 5". THe vanes give a lower provile that the 5" also. I fletch them in a hard left hand helical, and use a florescent "hot pink" color. Very easy to see in flight, and find if you miss.
I have used this configuration since the late 60's when I was shooting NFAA tournaments. Of cours back then it was shorter fletch and with feathers.