Aluminium

Before the first carbon arrow shafts came to market around 20 years ago, aluminium arrows ruled. 

Today, they are still held in high regard.  Some of the best archers in the world still use aluminium arrows for indoor archery.  The best aluminium arrows offer exceptional accuracy.  But for long distance shooting the thinner carbon arrows have the advantage.  

With the exception of indoor archery (where there is no wind), the aluminium arrow is ideal for beginner level to intermediate level archers.  

They are often recommended by clubs for novice archers because they are easier to find with a metal detector, and overall still offer a great price/quality ratio.