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Bow selection

by IdahoSteve
(Hailey, ID )

I'm going to bow hunt for the first time this year. I'd like some help on selecting a good compound bow. My budget is kind of middle of the road. I don't want a cheapie, and I don't have the money for a state of the art bow. I'd like to get something reliable and quality for a fair price. Any suggestions? What should I look for in a bow, other than a good fit? Thanks in advance for any help/suggestions.

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Aug 20, 2011

Pse ax 7
by: Elk mafia

These guys are right what matters most is what bow feels most comfortable in your hands. I shoot the PSE ax 7 which costs about $640 for the naked bow. It is rated at 337 fps which is plenty fast enough. I absolutely love it. It is deadly accurate. At forty yards I consistently have 3 inch groups with five arrows.

Jul 12, 2011

When it fits buy it.
by: konger

All these guys are right.I had an older Hoyt.I got drawn for a 6-a Arizona bull tag for Sept 2011,so I decided to upgrade.I shot some bows for the money and speed I went with the P.S.E. Stinger, Gold Tip Hunter arrows,and Magnus 125 grain snuffers nothing fancy, all good products.

A lot of guys out there will tell you to save your money to buy top shelf, I don't think they have shot a Stinger. I'm glad I shot other bows. At the indoor range my $399.00 bow was a little faster than the $800.00 bow I was shooting next to. His was a week older than mine. Both were very accurate, but the stinger was a little more compact at 30 3/4".

Shoot the one that fits you, not someone's opinion that is stuck on their brand or model. Good luck. Konger

Jun 16, 2011

Mechanical Release
by: Dave, Elk Hunting Tips (MT)

Yes, accessories are important. I was using a lower quality release and doing OK, but when I went to a more expensive Scott release I started shooting better. BUT, I bought the release used from a bow shop owner who psychologically could not handle the hair trigger on the thing. He would jerk in anticipation and could never get it down. It was just too nerve racking for him.

The same is true for many people who buy the fastest bow on the market with a very short "valley". If the valley is to short, the power of the bow can pull your hand forward before you releasae unless you maintain a very firm hold on the "wall". That more relaxed valley is called "forgiveness". The more "forgiveness", the more speed you lose.

All this is why it is so important to actually shoot a bow and try out different releases and sites, peeps, etc, to make sure it will all work for you.

Jun 16, 2011

Bow Accessories
by: Montana Archer

I know you are asking about the bow, but don't forget accessories. My experience is that the more simple and bomb-proof the better. When you are out in the woods chasing elk, you don't want to have to worry about delicate equipment, things coming loose and so forth. It is not like going out and sitting in a tree stand. The more doo-dads you have, the more that can go wrong. Also, weight and bulk of the bow and accessories is more important when elk hunting. Walking a half mile to a tree stand on flat ground for a deer hunt is one thing. But after carrying a bow for many miles through rough terrain, the weight and bulkiness become much more noticeable. In summary, don't forget to keep enough $ to get good quality accessories.

Jun 12, 2011

Bow selection
by: Skip Shephard

Hi, I know the feeling regarding picking a bow for the first time. There are a lot of very good compound bows out there; both new and used. You might start by going to an archery pro shop if there is one you can get to and try shooting a few different kinds of bows. The pro can help you with your draw length(critical) and draw weight; i.e. how much weight you can pull back. A good bow to look at in the medium price range (100-300 dollars) would be a Mission, made by Matthews. I have the X3 and l love it! However, PSE, Hoyt, Alpine, Quest, Proline are just a few of great bows. Lastly, if you have an idea of what kind of bow you want; consider ebay as a way to see a lot of new and used bows. I have had pretty good luck using ebay. I bought 2 brand new bows for reasonable prices. Good luck.

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