Bow help?????

Linejerk · 09-17-2008, 09:56 AM

I am looking to get my first bow so that I can get out and do some elk hunting before the season end's.... hahahh just kidding guy's I have read all the post's about the guy's that do this. But I am looking at getting a bow mostly to start shooting at the ranges, I am not sure if I am going to be hunting with it or not but I would like to get one that I am able to if at some point down the road I decide I want to start, so my question is one that of course will bring up a lot of different opinions but I am just trying to narrow it down, I am six foot four so I am assuming I have a long drew (not sure yet what it is) and I would like to get something for around $500 or $600 just so I can see if this is something that I even want to get into, I really like the idea of a Bowtech being that they are a local company but I have heard a lot of bad things about there limbs. So what bow do you think would fit this bill?????

ORsouthpaw · 09-17-2008, 10:36 AM

Almost every manufacturer has had a limb issue at one time or another. Some of them have only been isolated instances while other like the Bow-Tech limbs were an actual material flaws. At least that's what I understood it to be. They recalled several bows to correct the issue. Some of the manufactures that have had problems over the years never issued a recall and only replaced limbs when they failed. That's more scarry to me than a company that has taken the initiative to make things right. I have shot PSE, Hoyt, Martain and Bow-tech. Personally I like my Bow-tech Tribute the best. It's a couple of years old now so I cannot speak of the new bows that are out on the market today. If I were looking for a new one right now I would likely try the Mathews, then Bow-tech, then Hoyt.

With any bow it comes down to what fits you well. Different axle to axle lengths and brace heights can greatly effect your ability to be comfortable. Whether or not you decide to hunt being comfortable with your bow is one of the most important aspects of being accurate. Also do not get caught up in the draw weight challenge. Shoot a weight that is comfortable and that you can hold in place if needed. Start out low and work your way up. If you haven't shot before you may just avoid an injury by doing it this way. Go to a repetable shop and learn good draw form. It can also help in your overall stability and ability to hold on target. Let us know what you get.

Eagleclaw · 09-17-2008, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ORsouthpaw

Almost every manufacturer has had a limb issue at one time or another. Some of them have only been isolated instances while other like the Bow-Tech limbs were an actual material flaws. At least that's what I understood it to be. They recalled several bows to correct the issue. Some of th emanufactures that have had problems over the years never issued a recall and only replaced limbs when they failed. That's more scarry to me than a company taken the initiative to make thing right. I have shot PSE, Hoyt, Martain and Bow-tech. Personally I like my Bow-tech Tribute the best. It's a couple of years old now so I cannot speak of the new bows that are out on the market today. If I were looking for a new one right know I would likely try the Mathews, then Bow-tech, then Hoyt.

With any bow it comes down to what fits you well. Different axle to axle lengths and brace heights can greatly effect your ability to be comfortable. Whether or not you decide to hunt being comfortable with your bow is one of the most important aspects of being accurate. Also do not get caught up in the draw weight challenge. Shoot a weight that is comfortable and that you can hold in place if needed. Start out low and work your way up. If you haven't shot before you may just avoid an injury by doing it this way. Go to a repeatable shop and learn good draw form. It can also help in your overall stability and ability to hold on target. Let us know what you get.

Well said

Blacktailfiend · 09-17-2008, 10:50 AM

I say start with a good used bow til you can get a better idea of what you like.... It will save you a lot of money in the long run. Also dont buy the first thing you shoot try a few different pro shops and try some different brands out. Most pro shops are biased to whatever they sell and you could be missing out on something in a different bow that you wont even have knowledge of because they dont sell it at that particular pro shop.....Good luck.......

Big Unit · 09-17-2008, 10:59 AM

http://www.ifish.net/board/showthrea...ght=martin+bow

This one is ready to go!

BU

Linejerk · 09-17-2008, 11:03 AM

Sounds great thx so much for the help. What do you guy's think of Archery world in Vancouver thats were I was thinking about going to look and shoot them?? Also I know that Sportsmen's warehouse sells and has a place to shoot bow's but I think I would rather go to a
specialty shop, am I on the right track with that??

Big Unit · 09-17-2008, 01:28 PM

In the very little I have dealt with Archery World, they were nice and helpful.

BU

Cliff · 09-17-2008, 01:39 PM

bowtech allegiance... great bow!

beardbuster · 09-17-2008, 03:37 PM

I'm 6 foot 2 and have a 31.5 inch draw length. At 6'4" you really narrow down your possibilities to shoot many bows on the market.

If you are looking in the BowTech market, you'd probably be shooting a Commander which can accommodate your long arms. If you are still in the market of looking for a bow for next year. Maybe you should wait a couple months until the new bows hit the market. You never know what will be available and this way, you wont have to worry about saying, "I wish I would have waited". You can compare side by side the draw cycles, the weights of the bows and the performance. Make a decision then, if you choose last years bow, your going to get a better discount in 60 days than in three days time.

dyhrdelkhntr · 09-17-2008, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ORsouthpaw

Almost every manufacturer has had a limb issue at one time or another. Some of them have only been isolated instances while other like the Bow-Tech limbs were an actual material flaws. At least that's what I understood it to be. They recalled several bows to correct the issue. Some of the manufactures that have had problems over the years never issued a recall and only replaced limbs when they failed. That's more scarry to me than a company that has taken the initiative to make things right. I have shot PSE, Hoyt, Martain and Bow-tech. Personally I like my Bow-tech Tribute the best. It's a couple of years old now so I cannot speak of the new bows that are out on the market today. If I were looking for a new one right now I would likely try the Mathews, then Bow-tech, then Hoyt.

With any bow it comes down to what fits you well. Different axle to axle lengths and brace heights can greatly effect your ability to be comfortable. Whether or not you decide to hunt being comfortable with your bow is one of the most important aspects of being accurate. Also do not get caught up in the draw weight challenge. Shoot a weight that is comfortable and that you can hold in place if needed. Start out low and work your way up. If you haven't shot before you may just avoid an injury by doing it this way. Go to a repetable shop and learn good draw form. It can also help in your overall stability and ability to hold on target. Let us know what you get.

Weather or Knot · 09-17-2008, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Linejerk

Sounds great thx so much for the help. What do you guy's think of Archery world in Vancouver thats were I was thinking about going to look and shoot them?? Also I know that Sportsmen's warehouse sells and has a place to shoot bow's but I think I would rather go to a
specialty shop, am I on the right track with that??

Go to a BOW SHOP for sure. THat way they can honestly answer your ?'s and help you pick out a good bow for you. If you get one that doesnt fit you, you start making bad habits.

Brandon

where's your bobber dude · 09-17-2008, 10:16 PM

Your first sentence got me so upset I started replying before I read any further. Good thing I looked back at it.

Adjhunt · 09-17-2008, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by where's your bobber dude

Your first sentence got me so upset I started replying before I read any further. Good thing I looked back at it.

hahaha.... I just start laughing!

ORsouthpaw · 09-18-2008, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Linejerk

Sounds great thx so much for the help. What do you guy's think of Archery world in Vancouver thats were I was thinking about going to look and shoot them?? Also I know that Sportsman's warehouse sells and has a place to shoot bow's but I think I would rather go to a
specialty shop, am I on the right track with that??

I have never been to Archery World so I can't say anything about them. The shop closest to me is Broken Arrow in Milwaukie. I have had good luck when dealing with the owner, Chuck. I don't know who's down there now. I only drop in once and while to check the trophy board or to purchase arrows. For all of my other supplies and components I usually hit Sportsman's WH as they are much more competitively priced. Most pro shops will be higher priced in general because they usually are factoring in that they will be spending time training you and giving you range time. Since I had been shooting for a while, didn't see the need for the x-tra hands on and typically shoot in my own yard, I saved myself over 100.00 dollars and bought my last bow from Sportsman's. If you have no experience it would probably be worth going to a pro shop just so you get a good basic understanding. Check out www.archerytalk.com also.

Linejerk · 09-18-2008, 09:24 AM

Thx for all the info guy's Ion top of what you have said on the post I also got some great PM's that realy helped all keep you posted when I make my purchase, I would realy like to get in on one of those IFISH bow shoot's that you guy's get together and go to a range at some point. Thx again for all the help.

Eagleclaw · 09-18-2008, 09:37 AM

buy your bow in Oregon and you won't have to pay sales tax.. every little bit helps..