With a total length of 32 7/16″, we can plug these numbers into the Archer圜 FOC Calculator and find a net FOC of 1.06%. Using my balance block I found the exact balance point on a bare shaft to be exactly 16 9/16″ from the back of the shafts. With the difference in gpi between the forward section covered with BuffTuff and the back section that is partially bare, there should be a net FOC (Front of Center) on the bare shafts. In theory the front section should weight more per inch than the back.Ĭareful measurements resulted in the sections with the camouflage weigh approximately 8.91 grains per inch (exactly as stated for the manufacturer’s specs) and the bare section 8.24 grains per inch with the label contributing a nearly negligible amount. Maxima Hunter shafts are coated with the BuffTuff camo to within 9 1/8″ from the back, with a label that covers both the transition of weave patterns and the BuffTuff. The back of the shafts have a much larger weave pattern that is about 9 1/8″ long from the back. The shafts have very definite and distinct patterns of weave on the front and back of the arrow: (these photographs are of the Blue Streak shafts since the Maxima Hunters are partially coated with the BuffTuff camo that obscures the front carbon weave pattern.) In order to have a complete review, let’s take an in-depth look and some measurements of these shafts. There has been a lot of questions and some controversy over exactly what this means. The fusion of two different carbon materials creates 2 spines in 1 arrow, resulting in rapid recovery and guidance control. Weight Forward Dual Spine Technologyĭual Spine Weight Forward technology is a breakthrough in arrow design that delivers unparalleled accuracy and performance. However, when shooting the shaft it grouped with the others out to 60 yards with no noticeable inaccuracy. I measured this shaft multiple times with nearly the same results every time. Both sides 2 and 4 (opposite each other) showed an excess stiffness. There was a total difference of 0.004″ and a range of +/- 0.0014″ across all of the dozen shafts with the exception of shaft number 4 which definitely showed some extra stiffness through one plane. Carbon Express Maxima Hunter: Spine ConsistencyĬarbon Express’s spec for spine for the Maxima Hunters is +/- 0.002″ for a span of +/. These arrows do not disappoint in their ability to have a high tolerance on straightness. 005″ StraightnessĮvery arrow of this dozen fell within specifications on straightness. The stated specification for straightness on the shafts is +/. Carbon Express Maxima Hunter: Straightness The average grains per inch of the uncut shafts is 8.71″ however that is over the entire shaft length, part of which includes the BuffTuff camo coating that adds some weight to the shaft. These shafts fall well within the weight tolerance. The actual weights for the dozen Maxima Hunter shafts under test are as follows for uncut shafts: Weightįor this dozen shafts, the weight tolerance is to +/- 0.7 grains the manufacturer stated tolerance is +/- 1.0 grains. The pattern is Mossy Oak Treestand and is not a paint or decal, but rather some type of special wrap.Ĭarbon Express Maxima Hunter: Weight Consistency Maxima Hunters come coated with the BuffTuff camouflage finish that covers the arrow from the front edge to within 9 1/8″ of the back end. The Maxima Hunters come either as bare shafts or pre-fletched with Bohning Blazer or Norway Fusion vanes.Īll versions come with inserts, nocks and Bulldog Nock Collars (even with the added weight, I really like these and they have saved many an arrow.) SizeĪt the time of publishing this review, the average price for a dozen shafts was around $150 and for fletched arrows $170. How to Measure Arrow Shaft SpecificationsĬarbon Express Maxima Hunter: Models, Price and Availability Read along as Archery Report analyzes this arrow, the manufacturer’s claims and see how they fare!įor comparison, Archery Report previously reviewed the Carbon Express Maxima Blue Streak arrows and shafts.įor an explanation of how all measurements for this review are made, see the following article: However, the latest version of the Maxima Hunter has stirred up some controversy with its claims of Dual-Spine Weight Forward technology. These arrows and shafts have long been known for their tight tolerances and overall great performance. The Maxima Hunter is one of Carbon Express’s premier arrows and a staple for many hunters.