Making changes?
 

Are any of you guys planning on making changes this year? I don't mean you guys that get a new rig every year. You guys and gals that keep the same bow for a few years. Are you planning on any upgrades to your equipment? I have been debating a few changes although I also wonder if I should fix what ain't broke. I'm currently using a Tru-Fire Hurricane release and that is the first thing I will replace if I do make any changes. I'm also debating a change in BHs. I've wanted to give Slick Tricks a try for a while now but I've had great results with the 100 gr 3-blade Muzzy's I've been shooting since I first screwed a BH onto a shaft. So like I said why fix what isn't broken? So convince me what release deserves my cash and why should I change from a proven BH? I am looking for ideas although I may leave well enough alone.

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If I don't decide to get me a whole new outfit, I am definately getting a new sight. My trophy ridge just doesn't stay bright long enough in the evening. I was thinking about the Viper, but they are really expensive. The extreme is basically the same sight but for a lot less cash and very bright, Plus I can get it locally instead of ordering something I haven't seen in person.

I use a Cobra release and have no complaints. It has about an inch of adjustment on the arm and you can pivot it out of the way and tuck it in your sleeve when not needed.

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I am far from the expert, but I made a few change to my set-up this year, in order to get a little bit of last enjoyment out of my old rig before a new bow or crossbow next year. I changed from mech NAP's to fixed crossfires, but more importantly changed releases to a true ball copperhead XT. I truly love the copperhead and glad I made the change.

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I have switched arrows brands, an I am getting some new camo most likely 2 new suits. I will most likely get one more climbing stand.

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Well, I am keeping my Old Glory this year, first time in probablly 6 years that I have kept a bow for more than one season. I love the Old Glory and just couldn't justifying buying a new bow when this things is perfect for me. I have been tossing around the idea of a new sight, I have a Cobra Sidewinder LX Mystic on it right now and I was looking at the Viper sights, but the Sidewinder is a good sight and I am not sure if I can justify spending money on a new sight when the Sidewinder already performs great for me. The only thing that I know will be updated is the strings, still have the factory on and after a year of heavy shooting I feel its time to upgrade to either a WC or I'll get ahold of Gibblet and see what he can come up with! I also plan on taking off my STS system and just going back to string leechs, the STS is just extra weight that I don't need!

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I have upgraded:

My release (Tru Fire X-Caliper to a Scott Lil Goose) - January

My arrow rest (Cavalier Stinger to a Trophy Taker Shakey Hunter) - May

Up next is my sight. I love my sight but I want a longer arm so I can convert my 0-20yd pin to a 0-30yd pin. Impact Archery makes a 6" extension that should do the job.

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I have had the same bow since 04, may change in 2010.

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Well I came across a roller guard arm for a switchback and put it on my outback (yes they are the exact same size) so basically added harmonic dampners to my guard arm. Also upgraded my string, cable, a new idler wheel and pins, new syle string loop, and set up a few custom arrows. Taking it bear hunting in September up in Ontario.
I am waiting for a new Mathews bow to impress me enough to upgrade, but really like my outback so not quite time to change yet.

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I am always changeing things out and expermenting and thats what I call fine tuneing. It all depends on what kind of demands you put on yerself, do you want 1" groups or are you satisfied with pie plate groups?:eek:

Bobby

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I don't shoot groups. Arrows cost to much.

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I shoot two arrows at a time whenI practice,besides I like lung shot groups.

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MD: I bought one for my Impact jumbo and it will do the job and look great too.

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I know this post is intended for those who upgrade their current setup. I usually get a new bow every 5-6years. This year will be the first time I purchase I high-end bow from one of the top companies. I usually spent around $400 for a bow, now I'm ready to spend $700-800 on just the bow.

I never shot a "drop away rest". I plan on purchasing a limbdriver. Until a year ago, I never heard of a sts a similar device, one will be on my new bow. Also I plan on shooting blazers for the first time this year.

5 years isn't that long, but boy in the bowhunting world, it is like an eternity.

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Greg, trying to convince anyone to upgrade their stuff is tough, specifically when what they have works. I will offer these two things since you're looking at them already. First off, the ST's are awesome and I would definitely give them a shot...you won't understand until you try them. Second, for the releaselook at something like a short 'n sweet. Personally I like it just becuase you don't ever have to take your eyes off the animal to hook your release on the string and it doesn't make any noise at all, because it doesn't open and close.

I guess the other argument to 'don't fix what ain't broke' is that 'you won't know if you like something better if you don't try something new.':D

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I'm "upgrading" to a new stabilizer (10" fuse axiom). We'll see how it works out.....but I like it for the 3D I've been shooting a little (shooting a frined's).

I'm going to upgrade my sights with fitz fibers after turkey season is over.

Besides those.....I'll be going with the same bow I ended my '06 season with. It'll be my first full season shooting Bowtech (ally). I've already seen SEVERAL deer, turkey hunting. It shoud be another great year.

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new sight forsure, new rest (possibly)

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I wasn't planning on making any changes this year, but some sore back and shoulder bouts have me looking at a smoother drawing bow. So this year I'll be toting a Mathews Drenalin with a QAD LD dropaway rest, Extreme RT1000 sights, a Fuse Axiom stabilizer, and I'll be shooting Rage broadheads. Also, after the leaves are down I'm going to give my new Predator fall grey suit a try.

Hopefully the deer will cooperate and give me a lot of chances to try my new gear out.

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Excellent choice![8D]