frequently asked questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Product Specs

How heavy is the 1Vane and 1Wing?

Each 1Vane weighs 23–26 grains. Each 1Wing weighs 17-21 grains.  Minor variation is due to color pigments.
Within a package, individual vanes are highly consistent—typically within ±0.2 grains.

Sizing & Fit

I run Victory RIP TKO (300 spine), with or without a wrap. Which size should I use?

  • With a wrap: Standard works well
  • Without a wrap: Micro is preferred

Micro vanes will stretch to fit. If using rubbing alcohol as a lubricant (especially with wraps), Micro is the better choice.

Rival X shafts — Micro or Standard?

Use Standard size, with or without a wrap.

Will 1Vane fit a 4mm shaft?

Yes. Use the Micro size, especially if running a wrap.
Be sure to secure it with double-sided tape or a small drop of glue to prevent movement.

I shoot Altra 204 arrows. What size should I order?

Use the Micro size for 204 shafts.

Will these fit Easton 5.0 shafts?

Both sizes can work:

  • Standard: With a wrap using double sided scotch tape.
  • Micro: Tight fit; can stretch using rubbing alcohol.

If you’re using a wrap, go with Standard.
If unsure, micro is the safest and easiest option.

Installation

Are these tension-fit only, or do they require adhesive?

For most shafts, 1Vane and 1Wing will friction/tension fit effectively and will not require any additional adhesion.  For those few shafts where a micro is too tight to fit and a standard slides down the shaft on impact, we recommend using double sided scotch tape as is mentioned in the video.  Glue is never really necessary.

Installation videos are available on our YouTube channel.

Performance

How do they perform with a whisker biscuit?

1Vane performs well with both:

  • Standard whisker biscuit
  • New V-style biscuit

With a standard biscuit, expect approximately 5–6 fps slower speeds compared to traditional vanes.

How do they compare to Blazer vanes?

1Vane provides:

  • Comparable stabilization
  • 3–4× faster spin rate, improving forgiveness

Trade-off:

  • Slight reduction in downrange speed

The increased spin helps correct inconsistencies, especially in less-than-perfect setups.

Are 1Vanes more accurate than traditional fletching?

It depends on your setup:

  • Well-tuned bow: Comparable accuracy to traditional vanes
  • Imperfect tune or windy conditions: Often tighter groupings

In these situations, 1Vane’s higher spin rate can stabilize erratic flight—keeping arrows grouped even when flight isn’t perfect.

Real-world testing (including high-volume shooting and machine testing) shows performance at least equal to traditional vanes, with the added benefit of eliminating the need for traditional fletching.

Quick Recommendation Guide

  • Small shafts (4mm / 204): Micro
  • Mid-size shafts (5.0): Micro will fit tight without tape.  Standard will need a wrap and double sided tape.
  • Large shafts (above 5.0): Standard
  • With wraps: Standard (generally easier)
  • Want tighter fit: Micro (use alcohol for install)

Still Not Sure?

Tell us your arrow shaft, spine, wrap (yes/no), and setup—we’ll point you to the exact fit.