Quiver Selection

[jbaugher]

I am new to traditional bow hunting so this could be kind of a ridiculous question. How many people use a back quiver and How many people use a quiver that attaches to the bow? I would like to know the pros and cons of each. I suspect that I will be doing more still hunting with a recurve bow. Is one louder than the other? All opinions are welcome. Thanks for any info!

Jeff

[JAM]

Hi Jeff,

I used both.

I have a Great Northern strap-on quiver that's very quiet. However, it makes my bow heavy when it's loaded with arrows. It also affects my shooting, so if I'm going to use it I have to practice with it full of arrows
on my bow.

I also have a Cat Quiver II. It's a back quiver that has a small "pocket" made of fleece. They make a few different models with different sizes of "pockets". They have 2 shoulder straps. They're kind of like a back pack. Mine can carry up to 8 arrows (I think) and the broadheads point down. The feathers are covered by a "hood". I like it and think it's quiet, but I've heard others say that they're noisy. I also like the feathers being covered and kept dry even in wet weather.

Just my 2 cents.

Jill

[woodencanoe]

Hi Jeff,
I use a side quiver by neet, belts on, arrows clip in. Arrows are easy to see, and reach. Shoot'in with the quiver on the bow effect's my shot alittle to. Practice alot with whatever you chose, and know your range when ya take to the woods, Good Luck, it's a thrill!!
woodencanoe

[Recurve]

I started with a hip quiver and didn't like walking through thick, waist high, brush or weeds with it. I changed to a longer belt and strung it over my shoulder, after I reached my stand I could easily take it off and hang it. That worked better for me but still not what I wanted. I finally settled on a Selway Soft-Kote Limb mount quiver, with a Rawhide Cup. It looks good, it's easy on and off and holds 4 arrows. They also make a 5 arrow model and you can attach a piggy back arrow gripper to either model for a judo point if you want. A limb mount does add some weight but you will get used to it quickly. Practice with it full before hunting.

Black Widow has a neat Quick-Draw quiver that is designed to be used with a hip or shoulder quiver and keeps one two-blade broadhead on the bow and at the ready, without having to fumble in your shoulder quiver. That's what I like about a limb mount bow quiver, the arrows are easy to reach. For those that don't like the extra weight, the Quick-Draw might be the solution.

If you do decide on a limb mount and you don't have holes on your bow, I would advise against drilling and go with a slide on or quick detach model of some type. Drilling your bow will make it less attractive if you ever decide to sell or trade. Stock is best for resale!

I have a nice deer hide, hair on, that I would like to make into a shoulder quiver for show.

[flatsman]

I use a back quiver. But beware they can be noisy when arrows start rattling around.

[osage2orange]

Welcome Jeff,

I like the limb quiver because the hip model and the back model seem to get caught on thick brush easily. So your choice has to do with the type of terrain you plan on hunting. There is no doubt if you use a limb quiver you need to pratice with it on and full. But as far as weight goes it is still far lighter than a compound bow with a quiver. Remember pratice is essential to success with a recurve or self bow.

LATER
OSAGE2ORANGE

[Stinger]

I use a cat quiver IV. I have been using it for almost nine years and like it because it keeps the feathers nice and dry and doesn't allow the arrows to rattle around. The cat quiver I use is big enough that I can carry everything I need for a day of bowhunting including a vest or sweater should the weather turn. Whenever I decide to go bowhunting everything I need is in my cat quiver ready to go. That includes binoculars, flashlights, extra gloves, tp, cell phone, rope, safety belt, knife, note book and pen, lunch, tab etc. I recommend them without hesitation.

The only time I didn't use a cat quiver is when I hunted caribou in Alaska. I used a side quiver because we needed a bigger back pack than the cat quiver has(hard to put two hind quarters in a cat quiver).

[This message has been edited by Stinger (edited 01-16-2001).]

[Rich M]

I like the hip quiver. It's quiet and easy to draw from. I carry many different arrows when hunting - broad heads, judos and flu-flues, so I am prepared for any opportunity. With a hip quiver I can quickly get the arrow I need.

I do a lot of stump shooting for practice in the summer and have learned how to move around without having the arrows get hung up on brush. Basically moving sideways when I'm in a thicket using my body to protect the arrows. What ever you decide to try be sure and practice with it a lot before you use it for a hunt. Good luck!

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Rich M

[STONE FLY]

I MADE A BUNCH OF LEATHER QUIVERS. MY CHOICE IS A FLAT POCKET HIP QUIVER( WITH A POCKET ON IT FOR JUNK) ON A SEPERATE BELT W/ PLASTIC QUICK RELEASE BUCKLE, THAT WILL HOLD UP TO 6 2 BLADED BEAR BROADHEADS( I USUALLY TAKE 4).THE ARROWS STAND TO YOUR SIDE AND THE FEATHERS ARE BEHIND YOUR BACK.YOU CAN`T BEAT IT FOR SNEAKING AN ARROW OUT, AND THEY`LL MOVE THROUGH THE WOODS RIGHT BEHIND YOU.THE QUIVER WILL TIP TO GET THROUGH REALL TIGHT CRAWL SITUATIONS,I`VE BEEN USING THIS SETUP FOR 15 YEARS, I USE THE SAME THING FOR TARGET SHOOTING ONLY NOT CAMOED.IT`S ALL I`LL EVER USE! HOWEVER, NOTHING CAN COMPARE TO THE FEELING YOU HAVE WEARING A NICE LEATHER TOOLED BACK QUIVER AND WORKING YOUR WAY THROUGH THE WOODS!!!!! HAPPY SHOOTING....

[Drake]

I have both a bow mount and a back quiver . The bow quiver I have mounts with a velcro strap and a small square of rubber attached on the quiver it really isn't to bad for stillhunting but sometimes the feathers do catch brush and make noise . The back quiver is great for stump shooting or sm. game hunting [flu-flus, rubber blunts] . But I would have too agree with Rich M but use a side quiver , Three Rivers Archery makes one that I want to try that I've heard about its the Open Plains Quiver . Look them up at www.3RiversArchery.com they have a very nice catalog.