NEED HELP ON DECIDING ON NEW BOW....

[BigFish 22]

I need some help on deciding on a new bow for this year. I've had mine for several years, and i am just ready to upgrade to a faster and quiter bow. I've been looking at several different bows. I would really like to have a mathews but I dont have the money for one of them right now. I'm running on a tight budget. Some of the bows I have been looking at are: Redhead Kronik, PSE Stinger, and Bear Charge. Just give me some ideas of what some good bows for a descent price are, or where I could go to look at and shoot some. Thanks.......

 

[Timberghost]

i love my BEAR attack bow, before i got this one i had a bear lights out and i loved it. Mathews are good bows im sure but over priced for no more than they are and id shoot my attack against ANY mathews anyday.. dont try to buy a name,buy you a bow you are comfortable with and feels good to you. just my 2 cent worth

 

[AThornton]

Best thing for you to do is to go to an archery shop and shoot some bows. All manufactured compounds these days are "good" bows, meaning that they all will accomplish the goal. Some are just better than others.

I shot Mathews for about 10 years and never had the slightest complaint out of any of their bows. Quiet, smooth, and fast - which are the 3 main characteristics that I personally want in a bow. Mathews never let me down and they had great customer service anytime I had any questions.

Having said that, I was ready for a change 2 years ago and I switched over to a Hoyt Alphamax35 and I haven't looked back. Unbelievable bow. I also had it sent to Johns Custom Archery in Danville, Va to have it custom strung and tuned. John's the man!

I'd also look around at some shops for some used bows. A lot of guys think they have to upgrade every time something new comes out, which is just retarded. But there are a TON of great bows hanging in archery shops right now looking for a new home. And you can get them for a great price compared to what the new ones are running.

But like I said, go shoot a handful of bows so you can compare them side by side. You will know when you find the right one for you emoThumbsup

 

[churly]

I've got an older Parker. It is not the fastest, quietest, or lightest. But it is a dependable and most importantly, forgiving bow. I have considered upgrading to one of these new bows, but my old girl always puts them where the red bead sits and thats what counts in the deer woods.

 

[Sniperchoke]

My neighbor is trying to sale his Matthews SOLO CAM that is loaded out for $400.00 if you are interested send a P.M.

 

[MooreEagle]

Go to Turks in Ooltewah across from Countryside Cafe and shoot some of his bows.

 

[AreTheyBiting]

I love my Hoyt bows

There are many very good bow companies but personally no matter how many I have tried I always ended up going back to Hoyt
I find that Hoyt may not be the fastest but it is usually the most accurate, at least for me

My whole family shoots Hoyt now

John

 

[Hook1]

Try out Grant's Sporting goods in Dalton. They always have some used bows and a good selection of new bows in stock. At least you could handle different makes and models and see which you like best. Just like what was said before, dont just pay high dollar for a name. I saved a TON of money by getting a PSE Excelerator because it was very forgiving and shot awesome. Just my .02

 

[turkey killer]

if u cant afford a mathews save ur money ....remember u pay for what u get ...not saying there are not good bows but mathews is very reliable and customer service is excellent.......i have a z-7 and love it .....

 

[sm7mag]

one for sale in classifieds....mathews....$200 for everything

 

[herefishy]

A year ago I picked up a used Diamond by Bowtech "The Rock" at Turks. It shoots great, fast, smooth, and quiet. Until I got this all i shot was PSE. But like someone said before me it's all about comfort. What feels good in your hands will also shoot good in your hands).

 

[blackbetty]

Sticking with high country had the tssr the lightest bow i have ever held i still have it but bought the speed pro x10 this year and love it. Shoots 360 fps at 66 pounds.Mathews are great bows but are over priced just buying the name pretty much. I saw one on ebay set-up for 400.00 looked good.

 

[Justfishin]

I have shot High country for years not a good forgiving bow but its fast and small but get what you are comfortable with and shoot it confidence is the key

 

[BigFish 22]

thanks for all the replies. I guess I will just have to go shoot different bows and see which one is comfortable to me and go from there. I will be by Bass Pro this weekend so I may have to pay them a visit.

 

[frazier2209]

Take a trip over to Turks and shoot a few...you can't go wrong. There are several advantages to buying from an local shop rather than a big retail chain. Might even cost a few more bucks, but the customer service and bow tuning is more than worth it.
The difference between a new bow and an older model is night and day.
I recently upgraded from a Bowtech Tribute to the Destroyer 350 and couldn't be happier.

If you aren't at least shooting parallel limbs then you really are missing out...

 

[turkey killer]

Go to Benton shooters if u wanna go pm e and I will hook u up they are Good peoolevl And I will back em a And I will stand vmbegind en

 

[Old School]

Make sure you go over to Choo Choo Archery and shoot a Bowtech Assassin - Great bow for the money.

 

[ryantaylor]

I agree shoot as many as possible but make sure and shoot the bowtechs at turks. If you are looking for a fast, short a2a, 7 inch brace height adjustable draw length bow try the Assassin. For the bow with all the accessories it is around $600.

 

[jimbow]

BigFish22, You have been given lots of good and accurate advice. If your current bow is more than 7 to 10 years old, you'll be amazed at how much better the newer bows have gotten. Since you are budget minded, I'll share with you what I found and like. At Turk's, a buddy and I were shooting ALL his bows and at the end of our session, we compared notes and both said our favorite of all was one of the cheapest. It was the Parker Wildfire. We both could shoot most anything we want but we both own 2 Wildfires and several of our friends do to. They, at the time were around $325.00 but are now around $400.00 (I think). They aren't super fast by todays standards but they are accurate and forgiving (7 & 3/4 " brace height). As Churly stated earlier, they hit where you aim and that kills the deer. Turk can be a bit grouchy but he's good and he'll do you right. Good luck and good hunting.

 

[STOUTBASSIN]

churly - 8/4/2011 8:59 AM

I've got an older Parker. It is not the fastest, quietest, or lightest. But it is a dependable and most importantly, forgiving bow. I have considered upgrading to one of these new bows, but my old girl always puts them where the red bead sits and thats what counts in the deer woods.

I would have to agree totally on that sir if it does the job why change?