Reading Jeff B.'s thread about the new bows he has shot, and comments on the draw cycle, I thought it was about time we started another one of these posts that used to get good discussions going, and take several pages of info. So here goes!

What do you prefer in a draw cycle? I know that you can get used to almost anything, and then it feels right to you, but what do you really prefer? I will try to get this started. Hope we can all have some fun with it.

I prefer a draw that loads up pretty quickly, rather than peaking later. I feel I am stronger in the beginning of the draw. I really like when a draw loads quickly, but the transition is smooth as the cam(s) start to roll. I would rather have a decent dwell at a lower draw weight than a quick peak at a higher weight to get the same performance. The draw can hold peak weight pretty long into the cycle, as long as there is no increase in draw wt. late in the draw. The transition between peak wt. and valley (letoff wt.) I like to be smooth too, and not sudden. I like a little bit of a valley, being mostly a hunter. A valley that is 3/4-1" long is plenty, but I dislike that "no valley" feel like I had with Martin Nitrous X cams or the Bowtech Patriot Dually. A good solid feeling wall is a great plus, but as long as I can feel a pretty good stop to the back of the valley, I'm OK with it.

I've had a lot of bows from round wheels to the Patriot Dually. I've had a lot of bows that were very close to what I really like. Never had one that felt perfect though. Pet peeve? Pretty much like Jeff B's. A hump at the end of the draw with a sudden drop into a short, 80% valley has me make 1, maybe 2 draws, and then it goes back on the rack.[:@]

What do you like?