I'm looking to buy a new bow and I wanted to run a few choices by anyone that might have any opinions.

I've spent the last few days shooting many bows and I'm overwelmed by all the choices out there. I need a RH 30"/70 lb.

I'm looking for a good quality that doesn't come with the cost of a few such as the Mathews Drenalin or PSE X-force.

So far I really like the Hoyt Vectrix and the Fred Bear Truth. Any opinions on these or other suggestions.

 

I persoanlly shoot a Bowtech Pro 40, but it's one of the only bows I like that fits my draw length of 33 inches.

When choosing a bow, just keep what your doing, testing all that is out there. The name of the bow doesn't matter as long as it feels good to you. Matthews, Hoyt, and Bowtech( The big three) are all good bows, but so are the some of the other companies. Don't just buy a bow because it's the latest and greatest. With the technology avaialable in bows and archery today, I don't think you can make a wrong choice deciding which bow is for you.

Good Luck,

jrbhc8

 

Go to a good bowshop to purchase as well. They will not only help find what you do / do not need, they will set it up to suit your draw length / weight, etc. And continually help you as your skills improve along the way.

Best piece of advice on bows is my most given:

"Learn to shoot a bow that's properly set up, don't set-up a bow to fit how you shoot"

 

the best way to do it is go and pick up bows and shoot them dont worry about name or price but what you think feels the best. i did that and ended up with a fred bear. i shoot it as good i mean better than friends with bows twice as much. you can get spend more but not be comfortable with it and that screws with your confidence and in bow hunting i found confidence is most of it just my opinion with todays tec they are all pretty close.

 

I just bought a Mathews Switchback XT for $685. The switchbacks have come down some since the drenalin came out. Nothing shoots like a mathews!

 

I want to get back into it again. I have to do some research on it. I've been out of touch with bow hunting for a couple of years now. Im mainly into rifles. But since the deer season is much longer for bow I figure why not? Something I enjoy doing and will sharpen my skills.

I have to look into a portable tree stand too! Any tips on buying them??

 

Thanks for the suggestions. I ended up getting the new Fred Bear "The Truth". I found a sweet deal on it brand new on ebay w/ warranty. Even if the $$ wasn't a factor that bow shot just as good as the Hoyt, Mathews, or Bowtechs that cost much more. Now I get to "Mod" the bow.. Its always something.

 

Don't skimp on your sights or release!!!^^^^^^^

Arcticatf7,,it really depends on what you want for a tree stand??There are so many models and styles i don't even know where to begin.
I like the Gorilla treestands myself for the money.I also always buy the ones with the big platforms.
For climbing stand i prefer the Summit Openshot.It is completely open so i don't have to worry about anything getting in the way.Most people like the security of something around them though so depends what you want?
Once in awhile you can find decent deals in sportsmans guide.I usually wait until they go on sale!!
Oh and you can find great deals on Ebay for used stands!!!

 

I'm looking for a tree stand for weekend hunts. SOmething easy to go up and come down. Something that will fit on an ATV as well and is light.

I'll check out Bass Pro and Ebay.