strongly thinking of getting the bowtech 82nd
 

I really like the way that bow looks, how do you guys feel about it, would you recommend it, and how much does the bow it self weigh?
Also how quite is the bow, does it need any silencing effects?

thnx

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I can tell you my thoughts on this bow....after about 100 shots through it.

1. It's fast.
2. It's REALLY fast
3. It's heavier than the Ally (my '07)
4. The draw cycle on my 82nd at 62#'s is comparable to my Ally at closer to 70#'s.
5. I don't see a difference in forgiveness.
6. The invelvet finish is AWESOME!
7. More to come.........:)

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I think it weighs 4.1. It is super quiet a fast as hell. Its what im planning on getting asap.

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Its so fast that it will tear a deer into two peices:D. I haven't shot it but everyone who shoots it likes it so it must be good.

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Did Jeff mention it's fast? ;)

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Im not sure I would say super quiet? It's not the quitest bow out there and certaintly not the quietest Bowtech, but one thing for sure its FASTNow you add some goodies and you can quiet it down. The bottom line is if you want speed go get it!!

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GTO, shoot this one also;)

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Personally, I could take it or leave it.

It's fast, but speed isn't everything. It isn't any more accurate than my Allegiance. In all honesty, I think they're kind of ugly. Can't tell you exactly what it is about them I don't like, but there's something...

The one thing I like about it over my Allegiance is the finish. That Invelvet is some cool stuff and I really think its the turning point in bow finishes.

I'm not jumping up and down over it.

Just my opinion on it. ;)

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Bowtech lists the 82nd at 4.2# The Invelvet finish this year is Awesome. The Bow is really fast. I have an 82 on order in APG-HD The guys I have talked to that traded up to the 82 this year have been very pleased.

Dan

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Dan,
Are you sure you're talking about the 82nd??? It don't look hardly a bit different than an Allegiance except it may be a tiny bit more (beyond) parallel.

http://www.bowtecharchery.com/82airbourne.php

http://www.bowtecharchery.com/allegiance.php

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I'm positive, Doug.

To me, they look different. Like I said, no idea what it is...

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A few things I noticed about the 82nd vs. the Allegiance is the slimmer limb pockets on the 82ndand a much more reflexed riser on the Allegiance.

Those two things might throw youfor a second thereWash.

Especially after you have been staring at your main squeeze for quite some time. You are a committed man. [8D] No hint of wandering eyes. No talk ofthe grassbeing greener on the other side.;)

You might not be the fanboy I thought you were gonna become. Octane too rich, 82nd not pretty enough......

You got Apples on your mind, don't cha?

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Hey Dan.....

You remind me of the guy who bought the Celica......the year before Toyota introduced the Supra.;)

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Whats that Mean

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I was talking about Wash, HD.....we'll see if he "gets it".;)(although he's likely not old enough to)

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Bowtech/Diamond our putting out some great stuff, seems that it is only getting better.

The 82nd is fast, light and well built. Personally, I have never shot it but, I see them in my range all the time and never heard a complaint about it. Seems the only complaint I am hearing is on the accessories some guys are putting on them.

Just my .02

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I shot the 82nd a few days ago. It was a little long in the draw dept for me to get a good feel for it, but I didn't notice alot of noise from it as compared to other bows excluding the General and Guardian.It is definately noticable how fast she'll sling an arrow.

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OK guys.....here goes...

Throught the 80's and into the 90's.....Toyota always had a line of "sporty" cars. The flagship of this line being the Toyota Celica. Somwhere in the mid 80's.....Toyota introduced a line that blew away the Celica in performance and style.

Now....Imagine you were the guy that went into the dealership in say 1984 and wanted their baddest, fastest ride......and they sold you a Celica. Now imagine what you'd feel like in October.....when they introduced the new Supra.

Now....Imagine you're Dan (Wash Hunter).....and you're standing there with your Celic......I mean....your Allegiance......and the 82nd is introduced.

It was a joke.[&:]

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I spent some time shooting some of the new bows earlier this week and all I can say is that the 82nd. impressed me more than any of them. I shot it side by side with my Guardian and felt that the draw cycle was better on the 82nd. and it was definitely more quiet than my Guardian. The InVelvet finish is really as nice as everyone has been saying it is.

Oh yeah,it's kind of fast too.;)

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I totally understand I was pokin fun with my little smiley! Its all good! I still think the celica was better built though! Thats why the supra didn't make it long![:-]

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Shows my age Jeff, I got that.

The 82nd isnt' for everyone, that's why all manufacturers are making bows and selling bows. WH(Dan) loves his Ally, I can say I don't blame him, I love my Ally too but the more I shoot the 82nd, the more I'm realizing the Ally is going out the door. The 82nd is obviously faster. I'm shooting the same arrow 22 fps faster out of of the 82nd. What does that mean? Speed isn't everything however, now I'm still shooting that same arrow slightly faster out of the 82nd at 62lbs than the Ally at 70lbs. That in itself is wonderful.

The other thing I notice when shooting them back to back, the Ally is noticably louder and has more hand shock. Not much but slightly more. I'd still buy the Ally in a minute and I'm still hard pressed to sell it but the more I shoot the General, 82nd and others, the more I'm considering selling the Ally to some lucky individual. ;)

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This is what I gather From what I am reading. Faster means a better bow an in returnyou willget that big BUCK you have been chasing closer to you while you are in your stand waiting on him. I can not afford one will have to wait on that buck the old fashion way. :(

Just kidding settle down!:eek:

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HUH?

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I shot them both indoors with three other people standing right next to me, no they weren't shop employees, and everybody agreed the 82nd. was more quiet.

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I knew what you meant Jeff. I got a laugh out of it. :D

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I feel sorry for you. The wait will be soooooo long..............maybe forever. All the people shooting 82nds will get all the big BUCKS...............really fast. ;):D:D

I can't wait for mine to show up. :)

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I thought about this one too but it's so long!! i think a shorter bow would be better for hunting.But thats just my opinion... you have to shoot what feels best for you!!!!i'm checking out the new high countyr speed force.. i have an old high country safari and love it.. but it's like 14 years old and time to upgrade...

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shut up damned, I am buying the 82nd.....no wait, the general.....no wait........



decisions decisions decisions.....................................


Frank

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Come On Frank!! Which is it?;)

Dan