I would like to get a chrono so I can look at different setups for kinetic energy and to see how fast my setups are. How much $$$ and what do I need?
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I would guess that about $400 and your Hoyt you should be able to trade up. Then you dont have to worry bout all that stuff.

I bought the one out of Cabelas and added the light kit.

I've been using a chrono pro (or is it pro-chrono?) for SEVERAL years now and it just keeps on ticking.
I paid ~$120 for it way back when.

I've read that the ones that attach to the bow aren't as accurate (varried results) as the ones that mount on a stand.

I have the f-1 crony cronograph here is a link to the site I brought it from.

http://elitetacticalsources.com/Chrony_Chronographs.htm

The url to the exact page of the one I brought.

http://www.elitetacticalsources.com/client/details.php?pid2=GRChronyF-1

I have the same chrono as Aussie.

It works well.

I own the F-1 as well, I realy like it, it works great for all my archery and gun/reloading needs.

Rob
Why exactly do they need a light?

Without a light they won't work indoors or when it get's dark/shady outside.
Funny thing is mine seems to add 1-2 fps or so when it's really bright outside. The closer it gets to dark the more i notice my arrow speeds taper off.

For those who have purchased the F1, is there a stand designed for this sold separately? if not, what did you devise for it?

I really like the price tag on that F1.