What is the minimum draw weight that can be used on a bow to kill a deer? I have a bad shoulder but i would like to be able to b

[mderee]

What is the minimum draw weight that can be used on a bow to kill a deer? I have a bad shoulder but i would like to be able to bow hunt still.

[T]

In most states, including mine the limit is 40 pounds but I believe in Louisiana the limit is 30 pounds. Check with a conservationist for your state or look up your conservation site.





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[herbie57_57]

Most states have minimum legal draw weights. I believe Kansas is 45 lbs. A well places shot is required with a lighter draw weight won't penetrate bone. Check your states regulations or check with the local game warden. You also might check into a cross bow, a little different but still allowed during archery season if you can prove your injury.

[Ruff Grouse and Woodcock]

In depend on what state you live in. In Minnesota it use to be 40 pounds. But the changed it to 30 pounds.

[TheEasternShoreHunter]

In maryland it is 30-35 pounds I think

[Manbearpig]

IF your shoulder is bad enough you could get a note from your doctor and be able to get a crossbow. But my dad draws about 40lbs and that is more than enough to blow threw a deer with a well placed shot.

[kvlazer22]

In New York State the bow must exceed 35 pounds.

[DeerHauler]

in my state of Illinois it is 40 lbs. my lil bro is trin to get strong enough to pull back 40 lbs.

[Smitty77]

Just go to youre states DNR website and look at the minimum poundage for hunting deer.

You could also get a slip from the doc giving you permission for a crossbow permit.

[Del in KS]

I would not go less than 40 lb. Get a compound with 80% let off and try that. If it's too much suggest you go to a crossbow. Some states allow xbows for disabled folks if you get documentation from an MD. Kansas is one for example

[mdhager115]

I'd say about 30 lbs.

[kjflorian]

I agree with 40 lbs. Plus you might want to check your state regs. on crossbows.

[CPT BRAD]

It varies from state to state it is 40 pounds in AR, you need to cousult you local game and fish regs and they will tell you. If I had a bad shoulder I would definitly look at crossbows, they are nearly as fast these days and almost as leagally excepted.

[Big C]

I think in most states it is 40, but you will have to check to be sure.

[maj1996]

40 Lb is the litest i would use.