What bow would you guys pick? The Fred Bear Code, Instinct, or the Reflex Super Slam? I hunt from climbers, ladders, blinds and i still hunt. I am leaning heavily towards the Instinct because of the short axle to axle. Any experiance with these bows? Who is the best built? Other than Hoyt and Matthews. I can only swing 600 bucks for every thing.

I wouldn't just look at those bows, since new lines are still coming out. I heard that Matthews has brought out a new line of less expensive bows, starting in the 350.00 range. Something in that line would be worth a look. The name is Mission Bows. http://www.missionarchery.com/.

Pearson Venom H2, Pearson Pitbull, Pearson Spoiler, Pearson Z-34.

All shoot between 310 - 320 IBO. All are priced below $500. All come with lifetime warranties. All are very quiet and shock free.

Also, don't forget about the Pearson Vigilante limited edition model. It shoots 315 IBO, 32" ATA, 3.5 lbs, 7.5" BH. Also with a lifetime warranty. All this for $325! Pic below...

I would find a shop that caries a good array of bows in your price range and start shooting them till I found one that stood out amoung the rest !!