I have shot the Drenalin but not the AlphaMax. I try to shoot as many as possible. Everyone shoots differently. So far I have not found a bow I shoot better than a Hoyt. I feel (FOR ME) it is because of the Tec riser. The bow has always felt rock solid in my hands and to be honest EVERY bow I have shot has been shock free once you load them up with a good stablizer and such. The BowTechs are a close second for me and I will be shooting them before I figure out what I will be getting for next year. I am looking for an all black setup for turkey hunting out of a blind. Just something I have wanted for a long time and this year I will do it. Good luck with your decision. Choosing is half the fun.