Hey Cougar,
I will let you in on my current findings on the matter. First off, plain and simple, let me say that 9 times out of 10, I believe that the longer bows are more accurate. Contrary to what most people think, it is NOT the shorter axle to axle length that makes the shorties less forgiving. It IS the lighter mass weight. This has been my experience.
I have shot a Hoyt Vortec (ATA 36"
for the last year and a half. I shoot about 4" groups out to 40 yards with it.
Now, I just recently purchased a Hoyt HavocTec (ATA 32"
. I simply CANNOT maintain my normal (Vortec)groups with this bow. Let me add that I was NOT having left and right problems only. I was hitting low, high, left and right at times. After thinking that I was canting the shorter HavocTec, I did some experimenting to find out just what the problem was.
I proceeded to cant my Vortec AND HavocTec on purpose, and then release the shot. Amazingly, I found that I can cant the bow and unbelievable amount, and still hit dead on. I would cant the bows shot after shot, and I could still hit the X easily. The Vortec still grouped much better. All along, I have felt that I just wasn't as stable while at full draw with the shorter, LIGHTER bow. The HavocTec only weighs a mere 3lbs 4oz. The Vortec is heavier, not by much, but enough to make a huge difference. I then added a good bit of weight to the HavocTec with a 9.5" Vibracheck Isolator stabilizer. My groups soon improved, to that of the Vortec's.
As a result, I really don't like having to shoot such a big stabilizer on the HavocTec, to make up for the mass weight difference. It just isn't balanced to my likings.
I have a new CyberTec on the way, that I should recieve soon, and we will see how it does. My prediction is that it will shoot just like the Vortec, but a little more recoil-free. I think the CyberTec will be the greatest bow I have EVER owned. All in all, if I had a huge buck in front of me, YES, I would rather have my Vortec in my hands, instead of the HavocTec. This does not mean the HavocTec isn't accurate enough for hunting, it just means that it doesn't have the accuracy of my Vortec. Actually, this REALLY means that I (the archer), am not as accurate with a lighter mass weight bow. Let me end in saying, that the above stated information has been my personal experience, because I know someone is going to go crazy defending short bows. Hope this helps.