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Post by sd51555 on Dec 5, 2019 11:49:59 GMT -6
Everybody is wrong.
I'd take the dollars and buy a higher end used bow vs a lesser quality new bow. I bought mine used in 2006 and I'm still slaying deer like the terminator with it. Matthews Classic.
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Post by benmnwi on Dec 5, 2019 11:51:36 GMT -6
I get my bows free from my buddy, so I can't speak to the cost of things. The bow I'm shooting now is a Bear and it's awesome. I believe they are lower cost than most other options, but they are very good in my opinion. To be fair though, I've never shot any of the other bows listed though.
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Post by wklman on Dec 5, 2019 13:14:30 GMT -6
Bows loose value in a hurry(like half its value in 2 years) so if you're not in a big hurry and find what you like I'd see if you can find it used.
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Post by batman on Dec 5, 2019 13:16:23 GMT -6
Bow shop to figure out draw length then buy used bow. I have A Mathews icon right hand 60 70 lb sell you for $100
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Post by kl9 on Dec 5, 2019 13:49:03 GMT -6
The problem with this question is that the technology and capability in bows is constantly changing unlike that of rifles which have remained relatively unchanged in recent history. You may certainly be able to find a good value today but as mentioned above it will certainly depreciate as well as likely be outpaced in technology quickly
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Post by kooch on Dec 5, 2019 13:50:09 GMT -6
Thanks everybody. I stopped by the local bow shop in Burnsville. The guy was really helpful. Next season I may have a bow.
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Post by daydreamer on Dec 5, 2019 13:55:04 GMT -6
The problem with this question is that the technology and capability in bows is constantly changing unlike that of rifles which have remained relatively unchanged in recent history. You may certainly be able to find a good value today but as mentioned above it will certainly depreciate as well as likely be outpaced in technology quickly Honest question as I've been thinking about this lately as well. Is bow technology truly still advancing or have we hit a peak?
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Post by badbrad on Dec 5, 2019 14:09:35 GMT -6
The problem with this question is that the technology and capability in bows is constantly changing unlike that of rifles which have remained relatively unchanged in recent history. You may certainly be able to find a good value today but as mentioned above it will certainly depreciate as well as likely be outpaced in technology quickly Honest question as I've been thinking about this lately as well. Is bow technology truly still advancing or have we hit a peak? I believe we have now peaked with regard to riser and limbs and cams. You have to rob peter to pay Paul now for speed vs smoothness and good draw cycle. The only thing really making strides is bow accessories IMO. The bow itself is pretty much what it is with very minor advances.
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Post by badgerfowl on Dec 5, 2019 14:30:54 GMT -6
I noticed a big difference between my 2001 Mathews ultra max to the 2012 helim. Haven’t tried any new ones but I’m not sure how different they could be.
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Post by kooch on Dec 5, 2019 14:35:41 GMT -6
I shot a couple arrows with a "midrange" Hoyte today. I'd never shot a bow in my life. I was amazed I hit the target. I mean, I'm no Olympic Champion, but I feel like I could get decent enough to hunt with a little instruction and a month or so of practice.
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Post by terrifictom on Dec 5, 2019 14:45:29 GMT -6
I shot a couple arrows with a "midrange" Hoyte today. I'd never shot a bow in my life. I was amazed I hit the target. I mean, I'm no Olympic Champion, but I feel like I could get decent enough to hunt with a little instruction and a month or so of practice. If a bow is set up right and fitted properly, with a little coaching by the pro shop you should be drilling bullseyes by the time you leave.
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Post by Bwoods11 on Dec 5, 2019 15:09:41 GMT -6
I shot a couple arrows with a "midrange" Hoyte today. I'd never shot a bow in my life. I was amazed I hit the target. I mean, I'm no Olympic Champion, but I feel like I could get decent enough to hunt with a little instruction and a month or so of practice. Welcome to the addiction, nothing like it!!
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Post by Tooln on Dec 5, 2019 15:13:21 GMT -6
Go to a local archery shop in shoot several different makes and models. Pick whatever feels best in your hands. I did that when I bought my first bow, I narrow it down to three out of about a dozen. I shot the last three with my eyes closed didn't care about name or brand. I picked the one that worked and felt the best in my hand for me it ended up to be a Hoyt.
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Post by kooch on Dec 5, 2019 15:30:31 GMT -6
I shot a couple arrows with a "midrange" Hoyte today. I'd never shot a bow in my life. I was amazed I hit the target. I mean, I'm no Olympic Champion, but I feel like I could get decent enough to hunt with a little instruction and a month or so of practice. Welcome to the addiction, nothing like it!! I'm sort of worried I may get in too deep. I don't do things "part-way" very well.
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Post by kl9 on Dec 5, 2019 16:05:53 GMT -6
The problem with this question is that the technology and capability in bows is constantly changing unlike that of rifles which have remained relatively unchanged in recent history. You may certainly be able to find a good value today but as mentioned above it will certainly depreciate as well as likely be outpaced in technology quickly Honest question as I've been thinking about this lately as well. Is bow technology truly still advancing or have we hit a peak? Sure seems they keep getting better. More speed, easier to draw and shoot, etc.
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