You didn't shoot an element until 2006.

The hoyt carbon bows are the first true advancement in archery in a long time.

Manufacturers is what I was implying there Tfox.....Just take an overall look at who wins more tournaments in the sport of Archery. I say again Mathews nuff said.

You may want to do a little more research on that subject. Yes mathews owns the the 3d world, basically due to having the most shooters. Hoyt owns the target world outside of 3d, pretty much for the same reasons. They have more of the best shooters.

Don't you think people that win any of the major tournys could win with another brand of bow?

If that was directed toward me, you may want to read the part of my post that says Hoyt has the best shooters, that is why they have more wins.

However, I do feel that Hoyt has a much better target selection than any other manufacturer going right now.

I tried to like and buy the Z7 and the Hoyt Maxxis but neither worked for me. Shoot all you can and make a decision that way. Do not go by marketing hype, people are paid to advertise.

As others have said, go for what feels the best for you. If you're willing to drop 2k on a bow, and that's the one that feels best to you, more power to ya.

As far as "most tourney wins" yada yada yada, there's more to a hunting bow than accuracy. Yes, you definately need that, but speed and silence are just as important. I haven't shot either of the bows mentioned, mostly because I can't afford either right now and don't want to be yearning for a better bow than my HavocTec. That said, I'd be willing to bet that they're both comparable, but Hoyt has taken the initiative to innovate new technology, rather than just building on old technology. Most of the reviews would suggest that's the case, and to argue otherwise is just Mathews bias.

http://www.outdoorlife.com/photos/ga...o=4#1001344415


Read the above article

Hmm, advertising at work. It does wonder on the masses. Amazes me.

Kinda reminds of the T/C Encore. They actually thru mass advertising convinced folks that a breakopen polk stalker with a much weaker system is superior to a bolt. And in the end you had a 600 dollar polk stalker.