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Old 09-12-2009 | 06:40 AM
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Originally Posted by RockyMountainHigh
So the question i have is with a $500 budget give or take $50 or so is it better to buy online because i can get the whole setup (bow,quiver,site,rest,arrows,release,tips,peep site,case) for $459 parker ultra lite 31 http://www.huntersfriend.com/bowpkg2.htm
My father just ordered this package from hunter's friend and should be getting it any day now . I've had an ultralight 31 for about 5 years now and I love it! He's shot it a bunch as well and loves shooting it as well. My dad figured out his draw length and weight before hand by going to the "proshop" at Cabela's and feigned interest in buying a bow there. He was able to trade the broadhead and arrowrest in the package deal for slicktricks Magnums and a QAD hunter dropaway rest (for an extra $15). Anyway, it's a great deal and if you know exactly what you want. Just remember, it takes 7 to 10 days to get the bow after you order it.
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Old 09-12-2009 | 09:05 PM
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pro shops are the only way to go
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Old 09-13-2009 | 06:08 AM
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I bought a bow online then added the rest, sight, and peep over a few paydays. I'm a total beginner, and knew nothing about draw weight, length or anything. I think that is where a good shop can be really helpful. I seem to have lucked out as the bow feels good and seems to fit me. Anyway, as mentioned earlier, be wary when you go to a shop. I went to one looking for a sight and peep, and the guy was only half attentive and was telling me it would cost $200.00! They wanted to charge me $35 just because I bought the bow online! Naturally I left and found another shop. This one was great! The guy did the work, answered all my questions, And I was out the door for under $60. When it comes time for a new bow, I know where I'm going.
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Old 09-13-2009 | 06:29 AM
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I agree with Burnie. Speed isn't everything (been there done that) I shoot a 543 gain arrow, I don't know how fast it is and don't care. All my arrows pass through!
Try to find someone that knows about archery and take them with you when you go shopping, some of those quacks at pro shops don't know squat.
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