Love these shafts, the Gold Tip Velocity XT's are a fast dependable shaft that fly's well at a price I can afford. They helped me take this nice 10 point Whitetail on October 23rd 2011. A 42 yard double lung shot, deer ran about 100 yards. Shaft was still good just cleaned it up and it's ready to go again. By far the best hunting/3D arrow in this price range. Thanks Gold Tip