Matthews or Bowtech
 

Im going to buy a new bow and i was wondering whats some of the likes and dislikes of the Matthews DXT and the Bowtech 82nd airborne. I like the Matthews but ive heard a lot of people like the bowtech. Which one would you guys recommend?

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

The DXT or the Admiral .... but that's me ... the DXT and the 82nd are different animals IMO

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i can't say anything about the Bowtech because i've never shot one....never seen a reason to after getting my DXT. its the greatest bow i've ever shot by far, buts that just me. it depends on you, whichever fits better and feels right. for me, it was the DXT and i couldn't be happier. light, fast, quiet, and arrow splitting accuracy in a 29 1/2" ata package.what more could you ask for? :D

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I bought a DXT this year and love it- no dislikes here!

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Why are you worried about what everyone else thinks? Why are you gonna let everyone else's brand loyalty affect your decision? Go shoot them both a few times and decide which one fits you best.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

I like my DXT but for your own sake go and shoot every other bow you can. Start with the ones you think you won't like and make your way to the better ones. Thats what I did and it confirmed the quality of the Bowtech and Mathews for me. Don't shop brands, shop the pros and cons of each bow from your personal perspective.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

They are both good bows.


Shoot both and take home the one that you like. For me I shoot a Mathews....the other guy may like a Bowtech though. Depends on what that shooter wants in his bow.

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Exactly!

And per the question, the 82nd will be much faster than the DXT with the same hand shock, same noise or lack there of. The draw cycle on the 82nd will be a little harsher than the single cam DXT, obviously the speed comes from somewhere. Shoot them both, decide for yourself.

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well said ..... I just want every bow out there! :D

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I don't even know if Mathews still makes the Switchback XT or not.....but if they do....shoot it.

Then shoot the Bowtech Allegiance, as well.

I've owned both brands....and I have been satisfied (and would be) shooting either.

Good luck.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

i wanna test shoot the high country archey speed pro 09 and see how it compares to those other bows...just looked it up from another thread...sounds sweet

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Shoot both and decide for yourself.

I shoot an 82nd and I have owned an Allegiance and a Hoyt. I always shoot everything before buying but my last two bows have been Bowtech's because I love their accuracy, performance and customer service.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

As others have said shoot what feels best to you. On the 82nd issue, check out the Allegiance. Slightly slower than the 82nd, still much faster than the DXT, but it also has a bit smoother draw, it's lighter, it's quieter and it has an extra 1.25" of brace height so it's much more forgiving!

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

I know this is a bit of a divergence but... I would suggest a Martin Cheetah. you can get out the door for about $350, its got a 320fps rating, compact axle length, pretty damn quiet and has a better rescale value for the money.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

in the age of bows today, there isnt a superior bow in the light of mathews,hoyt,bowtech,pse,etc.... any quality bow, is going to be good. find out what you want/need in a bow and then decide. we can tell you all about how the bows perform and what they are good at, but we cant decide which one will be best for you. that is impossible. use your resources here, decide what you want/need, and go out and shoot the ones that fall into that catagory.

i will say however, if you want a bow that is very well rounded as far as performance and specs, check oout the guardian by bowtech. it is an excellent bow, that is smooth, quick, and forgiving all in a package around 34"ata.
Derek

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

shoot them both... you will feel more comfortable with one or the other...

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I don't own a DXT but I sure want one. The Bowtechs are also very nice bows. Top two manufacturers in my opinion. I'm waiting to see what Mathews unveils in November before I decide what to buy. If they can make something better than the DXT then I will certainly own it.

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DXT. I'd trust a Mathews any day over Bowtech in my opinion.

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They still do.The 2008 model is called the S2.I have one.It feltbetter to methan the DXT.

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I thought the dxt felt awesome, the general fit me a little better. they are both fine bow companies.

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Buy a Hoyt.

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

^maybe not "buy a hoyt" but dont leave them or any of the other high end bow companies out of the picture. there are manyy fine bows to be had with todays technology, just go and try to shoot as many as possible and you will find the one you want!;)

RE: Matthews or Bowtech
 

nfleming is right on. Shoot both and see which you like better. Good luck