It’s a tight match between these two broadheads. When comparing the two broadheads you should also reflect on how you plan to use your compound bow - as a powerful hunting tool meant to take down big prey, or a fast and able weapon to match against smaller prey.
No matter the reason, both broadheads have their advantages and disadvantages.
Yet let us quickly break down their key features for us to get a clearer view on what both can offer:
Advantages:
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Rage Trypan |
G5 Outdoors Deadmeat |
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Large cutting diameter |
Versatile parts replacement |
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Titanium ferrule construction |
Excellent two-part ferrule construction |
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Slap cut efficiency |
3 blade design advantage |
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Shock collar secures blades |
Disadvantages:
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Rage Trypan |
G5 Outdoors Deadmeat |
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2 blade design may result in clogging |
There is a risk that the blades will not be deployed upon impact |
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Shock collar limits broadhead usage |
Tight competition, right? A good option is to use a broadhead that will best suit your current circumstances. In this case, the Rage Trypan is for the perfectionists, who can make every shot count. On the other hand the G5 Deadmeat is a good and economic choice due to the better reusability.
Before reading on, note though that both of these broadheads come in both a compound bow and a crossbow version. Red collar variants are for the crossbows, while the blue/grey are for compound bows. We have tested the compound bow variants.
- May clog upon impact
- Needs a new shock collar for every shot
- Blades might not deploy
- Makes good slap cuts
- Shock collar helps installation
- Versatile
- Two-part ferrule construction
- Blades can be replaced
- May clog upon impact
- Needs a new shock collar for every shot
- Makes good slap cuts
- Shock collar helps installation
- Blades might not deploy
- Versatile
- Two-part ferrule construction
- Blades can be replaced
Rage Hypodermic Trypan Review
What makes the Rage Hypodermic Trypan a great broadhead for compound bows is not only its known cutting power. It also shows a great penetrative stance, which mostly only fixed broadblades are known for. This broadhead also combines a nice mix of archery tech and enhancements that assure better flight performance, blade deployment, and durability.
What does make this broadhead a really impressive product is its slap cut capability. Not only is its cutting diameter wide - the slashing motion of the blades reverting back to the rest position allows for even deeper and fatal wounds.
Do take note that these broadheads aren't meant to be reused. The shock collar, though efficient in assuring better blade installation, also means that it’s a one-time thing with these broadheads. There is no way to use these blades for practice, so you better make sure that your shots count with these broadheads!
Nevertheless, these are broadheads that prove to be capable features to complete an efficient compound bow setup!
Rage Hypodermic Trypan Broadhead Technical Specifications and Features
- 100 grain
- .039 blade thickness
- titanium ferrule
- unique super swept back blade design
- comes in three broadheads per pack
Reviewing the Rage Hypodermic Trypan
Getting the most out of your compound bow also means focusing on the broadheads that you'll use. You'd want to have blades that do not only pierce prey easily - you also want those that fly true whenever you're shooting. Let us find out if the Rage Hypodermic Trypan does the trick for compound bow users.
Construction and Durability
This broadhead does not hold back when it comes to being a durable option for your compound bow. Incorporating a titanium ferrule, strength is apparent in this broadhead. Even with a smaller ferrule, bigger blades can be incorporated - the smaller frame of the ferrule also helps in better flight. In fact, even the simple 2 blade design is an impressive feat when it comes to producing results.
Additionally, the blades of the Rage Hypodermic Trypan are thicker than conventional broadheads, adding an additional layer of both durability and power when shot out of a compound bow. The blades also incorporate a unique slip-cam tech feature. This tech allows for the blades to stay as flat as possible against the broadhead's ferrule. Deployment is smooth and easy - blades slide back through special grooves found on the ferrule upon impact.
Also, the Rage Hypodermic Trypan has an efficient shock collar. This is a collar used to help hold down the blades by the ferrule. Made out of polymer, blades are secured in a more efficient manner in this broadhead. Also, the shock collar is keyed in such a way that the blades can only be set in a certain position. This means that only the right (and most efficient) setup is assured whenever using this broadhead for your given compound bow configuration.
Cutting Power
This Rage Hypodermic Trypan maximizes penetration and cutting power - even more than other mechanical broadheads in the market. This broadhead incorporates a unique swept back blade configuration. This configuration allows the blades to create the best damage output possible.
This broadhead has an impressive 2" cutting diameter. The 0.39 thick blades (made out of stainless steel), offer a great advantage when piercing even the largest prey in the wild.
Considering the blades' sharpness and thickness, clean and massive blood trails are expected from this broadhead. This is exceptionally impressive, especially if you are going for a more ethical approach in hunting.
Additional Rage Hypodermic Trypan Broadhead Enhancements
Let us go into more detail on this broadhead's enhancement features:
More on the Shock Collar
As mentioned, the Rage Hypodermic Trypan's shock collar helps hold down and secure the blades by the ferrule part. Aside from giving a shooter the peace of mind that only the right installation can happen in this broadhead (which is perfect for beginners), the keyed feature also means that once installed, deployment will only occur upon impact.
More on the Slip-Cam Tech
Working in conjunction with the shock collar is this broadhead's slip-cam tech. Aside from helping in proper blade retention and deployment, this tech also helps in accuracy. By properly securing the blades in the ferrule's grooves, a slimmer and more aerodynamic profile is created, which greatly affects arrow flight and boosts accuracy.
Miscellaneous Information on the Rage Hypodermic Trypan Broadhead
And here are other helpful details to know on this broadhead's other features:
What's with this broadhead's name, Trypan?
Trypan is actually derived from trypanophobia. This is essentially the fear of needles and sharp objects used in medical operations.
The wordplay shows just how efficient this broadhead is. A sharp and penetrative force to behold, the Rage Hypodermic Trypan also instills fear on prey!
How large of an entry wound can the Rage Hypodermic Trypan cause?
Because of the unique way on how the blades are deployed (the blades expand upon impact, then fold back to a resting position after deep penetration), a deeper cut is made. Called a slap cut, the entry cut can be as large as 2.5", with a succeeding slash of 2" once the blades revert back to the rest position.
Reasons Why this Broadhead is Recommended for Compound Bows
Here are the reasons why this is a great broadhead for compound bow users:
Solid Penetration
Power is truly outstanding with the Rage Hypodermic Trypan broadhead. The materials used in its construction down to the thick blades were all made to assure maximum and clean damage on prey.
Excellent Flight Performance
The Rage Hypodermic Trypan flies true towards its target. Made to fly as smooth as possible, this broadhead creates a nice balance between accuracy and power.
Local Power
The Rage Hypodermic Trypan is made in the USA - it’s always a good idea to support local companies!
Issues that May Not Make it the Best Choice for Compound Bows
Let's put the spotlight on an issue that needs to be addressed with this broadhead:
The Catch in Using the Shock Collar
Although the shock collar does have a really great advantage for shooting purposes, this feature also comes with a detrimental factor: you cannot rely on it for practice. With the blades locked in with the shock collar, there is no way to reverse the procedure. This means that once you have keyed the blades in, the only way for these to be retracted is after the broadhead has been shot.
G5 Deadmeat Broadhead Review
In essence, the G5 Deadmeat offers a practical yet efficient take on compound bow broadheads. Its best feature is its versatility - able to have its blades and collars replaced, you can expect to use these broadheads for a long time.
Also, the excellent construction of the ferrule brings a nice and versatile way on how broadheads should be made. It’s tough yet flexible nature improves both its flight performance and durability. Additionally, the BMP edge is an excellent touch on using these broadheads. You get the right feel on how these broadheads are shot with the BMP!
Although great in cutting (yet still shorter in diameter as compared to the Rage Trypan), the G5 Deadmeat broadhead does suffer from a rather serious technical glitch - there’s a chance for the blades to be deployed incorrectly. Worse, the blades wouldn’t deploy at all!
Again, it may be a subjective observation, but the blades not able to deploy is a serious matter to consider. Without these blades, proper bleeding wouldn’t occur.
Yet still, if you want to focus on practical usage, then this broadhead should be perfect for your compound bow setup.
G5 Deadmeat Broadhead Technical Specifications and Features
- choose from 100 and 125 grain variants
- 1-1/2" cutting diameter
- made out of 100% steel
- integrates Snaplock technology
Reviewing the G5 Deadmeat Broadhead
Let us now check the opposite end of the spectrum when it comes to competing with the Rage Hypodermic Trypan. Here are some technical aspects that may give the G5 Deadmeat an advantage over the mentioned broadhead above.
Construction and Durability
This broadhead is small yet tough. Made out of 100% steel, the G5 Deadmeat is a durable broadhead that can withstand the harshest elements out in the wild.
Incorporating a 3 blade design, the blades of this broadhead are actually kept hidden within the ferrule itself. The ferrule, which is made out of two parts, combines two steel materials of different quality to better shoot and contain the blades within. The front area contains a tougher steel; the other a more flexible piece to better hold the entire fixture together.
The blades of the G5 Deadmeat were meant for reuse. A blade is snapped into the ferrule notch with the Snaplock tech. Replacing a worn blade is easy - essentially, the overall construction allows for long-term usage and easy maintenance.
Cutting Power
In terms of cutting and penetration, the G5 Deadmeat offers lesser power in both penetration and cutting diameter when compared to the Rage Hypodermic Trypan. Although, this broadhead does commit in getting the job done with its own unique properties.
The replaceable mechanical blades are also sharp enough to slash through tough materials. Blood trails are also excellent with this broadhead. And in the slight chance that the blades aren't deployed, the ferrule itself has a chisel-like feature that can still pierce through prey in an efficient manner.
Additional G5 Deadmeat Broadhead Enhancements
Here are other fine features that make this broadhead great for all sorts of compound bows:
BMP Wonder
The G5 Deadmeat comes with a single practice tip. Called the BMP (Ballistics Match Point), this ballistic tip offers an exact simulation on how this broadhead should actually perform in the wild. With little to no tuning involved, it is as if you are really shooting a G5 Deadmeat broadhead with this!
All About the Snaplock Tech
Essentially a collar fastened on the ferrule, this essential material allows for the baldes to be properly secured on the broadhead itself. It is tough and both easy to be installed, which does revolve to the overall ease of use of this broadhead.
Miscellaneous Information on the G5 Deadmeat Broadhead
Find out more about what the G5 Deadmeat broadhead has to offer below:
What can be replaced with this broadhead?
Aside from the blades, the Snaplock collars that secure the blades on the ferrule can be changed as well.
What's the preferred prey for this broadhead?
Considering this broadhead's construction and power, deer can easily be taken down by it! Larger prey, such as grizzly bears, should be taken out of the equation.
Reasons Why this Broadhead is Recommended for Compound Bows
Check out these factors on why this is an excellent broadhead for compound bows:
Great Reuse Value
Just the thought that both the blades and the collars can be replaced opens up versatile options in using these broadheads.
3 Blade Advantage
As compared to 2 blade broadhead setups, using 3 blades lessens the risk of clogging.
Issues that May Not Make it the Best Choice for Compound Bows
Here is an issue that should be addressed when opting to use this broadhead for compound bows:
A Case of Deployment Problems
Remember that the broadhead can still pierce through prey even without the blades deployed? That was mentioned because there does seem to be a case of blades not being deployed at all! Although subjective, it is disappointing if this happens - you are expecting a wide wound to happen, not a simple poke!
Read More
Here are other helpful links to learn more about these broadheads:
- This Archery Talk forum thread proves that comparing the G5 Deadmeat and the Rage Trypan is tough!
- Here’s an excellent video on what makes the G5 Deadmeat an excellent compound bow broadhead choice!
- Leading Edge Archery showcases just how amazing the Rage Trypan’s power is in this video.