Looking For help in purchasing a Bow
 

I would like to get into bow hunting so i will not get stuck to one part of the season. I dont want to be taken for a ride at a shop for crap i dont need. It has been 20 years since i shot a bow and it was a recurve bow at scout camp. What brand would be best for a begginner but grow with me as i mature into the sport? and im sure there is more to it i just dont know what im looking at. thank you for any help.

Corey:bash:

I also just got into bow hunting 2 seasons ago and felt the same way. I did some reasearch and went to the LL Bean bow shop. I told them the same thing your asking and told them what I wanted, researched and could afford ($700). First the man said I should look into a package deal and not to purchase what i reaearched because it was too expensive after adding on accessories. Also because the only difference between the $800 Bow and $500 bow was the string which was a measley $60 difference. He also told me the same manufacturer made both bows. I bought a 70lb Diamond Outlaw and I love it. It cost $500 and comes with a octane quiver, apex sights and stabilizer.

Thanks yeah i went to Cabelas today and talked to a rep there and we talked for a while about the whole process. It was very informative and i thought shooting had alot to it i was wrong thinking that Archery would be a little eaiser to understand nope i just have been shooting for the last 10 years and am a kindergarner when it comes to archery looking foward to the learning process.

Yup. I would recommend looking into a package bow. All the accessories can add up quickly. It's nice to have everything (although not the best of the best) when you buy a package, and add upgraded accessories as you go. Remember, if you buy a bare bow, you have to the buy a rest, sights, peep, stabilizer, wrist strap, quiver, not to mention arrows, broad heads, bow case, etc.

Look into last years models. The new models are going to be coming out soon after the season, so last years bows will start to be discounted. In places like cabelas bargain cave.

Also check out who makes the bows. The "off brands" are essentially the same bow as the name brand with different labeling. For example, diamond bows are made by bowtec, and mission is made by Matthews. These are good started bows for beginners.

I started with a Bear ready to hunt package. Haven't changed a thing in three years with it. Still get compliments at the range about how quiet it is. In the end, get what feels right to you. My buddy shoots a diamond and I like it also. I don't see the need to spend a 1000 bucks on a Mathews or bowtec bow without any accessories.

Thanks more good advice. Thanks for your input Neb. Did not know their was year models will look that way too

Stick with it long enough to get in some exciting hunts and you'll be addicted. Bow hunting will change your life bro.

pse has some great field ready and ready to shoot packages.
the rts comes with every thing you need minus arrows, tips, case, and release.
the field ready comes with all you need except tips.
rts- http://pse-archery.com/c/ready-to-shoot-bows
field ready- http://pse-archery.com/c/field-ready-bows

Package deal are definitely a good way to go and Bear has a real good line of new bows out but if you don't mind a used bow ebay has a wide variety of from many different years and you can spend what you want and get what you want.

My Old man picked up a PSE brute package and ohh man is that thing hit hard! I mean for the money spent you cant find a better deal. I think you can get it for about 500$ save you some money for good arrows and broadheads.

Good luck

Niccum

Thank you guys for the continued input i am looking foward to my first purchase

Let us know what you decide to do!

What does the axel length have to do with the purchase i was looking at the PSE Brute X and from what i read looks like a nice strater bow and a great price. It is adjustable for draw lenght and all question they have AXEL-AXEL 31" Is this something i need to undestand before purchase or is it a number that only really matters once you get more advanced. like a M-16 is a nice rifle to qual on since it is bigger and a M-4 is harder becase it is a smaller rifle?

Smaller means faster and more manuverable in tight spots like blinds treestands or stalking through the brush. As long as you dont shoot fingers like me that size Axle to Axle wont effect anything your trying to do.

Ohh ok thanks yeah i think at the end of next month i am going to go with the Brute X it looks good from what i have been reading on it and from the reviews.

Good choice man, I saw one in skulworks aww that thing looked mean.

Yeah i am going to call the local shop to see if they carry them. If not i will have to order it online or have them order it since he seems to be the only one in driving distance.

The brute x will be a good package for you to start with. They sell them here locally for $399.99. You can always add better accessories down the road if you choose to.

I would suggest you get your draw length measured, start off with low poundage bow and most of all get someone who KNOWS how to set up a bow set you up and paper tune your arrows and then get either a well seasoned archer who can help you with the basics or go to the local shooting range/club or go to an archery pro shop that has people on staff who can help you.
The only reason I say all this is you can either start off shooting with all the information and shoot good, or start off with trial and error and add some poor shooting habits and have unexplainable aiming issues (to you) show up.
I am guessing you will be hunting with your bow, and I have been hunting with a bow and arrow for over 35 years, shooting both indoor target and outdoor 3d for about 20 years. Have had lots of help throughout the years from several talented archers who have asked nothing other than to help.
Buying the bow you can hardly go wrong with any of the nationally known companies out there, longer the length axel to axel and the longer the brace height will give you the forgiving you will need as a new person to archery. 34+++ axel to axel and a 7+++ brace height is better for ease of aiming and shooting.
Good luck, and have FUN !!

Well went to the Archery shop today and picked up a pse rally I love it. Takes getting use to shooting a bow from a gun. Got my ass kicked by the string till he figured out myeasurment was off my a half inch on draw length. Super excited to start shooting with it. Going to call tomorrow And figure out we're I can shoot or if I have to go to a range. Some times I wish I was back in Nevada

Ya that new rally dose look good man, glad you found somthing you like. Now practice and practice and go forth and fill your freezer!


Good luck

Niccum