Admittedly, of all of the bows and manufacturers I listed in my post Darton is the one I know the least about. I wanted to include them because I believe as a company they are worthy of consideration, but I have no first hand experience with their bows this year. RJ, what you said makes sense and is consistent with Darton's way of taking the standard and improving on it. I have no bias toward any company and my ignorance of their product was evident. Thanks for clearing it up.

Preacher Tony, I have shot the Drenalin and it was with no stabilizer or noise suppressing devices other than what is on the bow. Hand shock may not be the best descriptor, perhaps bow jump? There was some action to the bow when I shot it that I did not feel in their previous offerings. They still have that sweet draw though.

GMMAT, I disagree and the one magazine I have subscribed to for years is a perfect example. I get Bowhunting World and I cannot remember the last time that they did not have a Mathews as the bow of the year. Maybe other mags are different, but BW loves them some Mathews.

Also, I'd like to say that my post was by no means gospel and based on my experiences and preferences which are obviously very subjective. All of the bows mentioned would certainly go home with me if offered for free and I'd be happy as a clam. Just once though I'd like to see a "Bow of the Year" go to a company that is unexpected and has a product deserving of the title. I think any of those companies mentioned could do that if given the opportunity.