I don't have any hard data to support my opinion, but I believe that bow companies are responding to their customers needs better these days (some for years) then any other time. Their customers are demanding it and they know it.

Yes, the many companies are smart in raising the up front price of the product (as long as the consumer is willing to pay) and delivering what the consumer wants.

I once had a Parker Compound bow, I believe a 2000 model. I went though two sets on limbs on it in one year, and never abused the bow. After the second set went though, I gave the bow away to a friend mainly because it was unreliable IMO. But I guess the company came through for me.

The only small problem that I have with the up front high priced warrantee is the chance that caters more tothe person that abuses the bow more then the person that doesn't.

But then again, I don't expect to buy another compound anytime soon, so take my opinion for what its worth.