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Forum: Crossbows
08-23-2010, 08:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,829
Posted By StoredEnergy

Imagine that. Reminds me of the Peterson's review...

Imagine that. Reminds me of the Peterson's review where they spent more time talking up the wicked ridge line than any of the next two manufacturers combined. Reading the article you think that only...
Forum: Crossbows
08-23-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,056
Posted By StoredEnergy

The wicked ridge bow that I have says Made in...

The wicked ridge bow that I have says Made in America on it right by the serial number. Ten Point has stated that their parts are from overseas and the quiver has PL on it (Poe Lang is a Taiwanese...
Forum: Crossbows
03-06-2010, 09:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,866
Posted By StoredEnergy

After reading the response from the Mod on AT...

After reading the response from the Mod on AT (and having great respect for the authority of the Mods) decided to no longer comment on the topic. A monopoly benefits no one but the primary in the...
Forum: Crossbows
03-03-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,866
Posted By StoredEnergy

Yes, I will say it because it is true. The...

Yes, I will say it because it is true. The majority of your posts are about products directly or indirectly that you sell. Your reviews of the shows are heavily biased on products that you sell....
Forum: Crossbows
03-03-2010, 03:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,866
Posted By StoredEnergy

Yes, you are correct, you are a newbie and I will...

Yes, you are correct, you are a newbie and I will say that the first rule of internet posting on a new forum is to lurk for some time before posting. This would provide you the background for your...
Forum: Crossbows
03-03-2010, 04:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,866
Posted By StoredEnergy

You should click his banner advertisement on this...

You should click his banner advertisement on this website. It will take you directly to him.:s2:

Have you tried his website forum or maybe his ebay store?
Forum: Crossbows
02-25-2010, 11:58 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,688
Posted By StoredEnergy

To be honest I don't understand your blanket...

To be honest I don't understand your blanket statement but I can pick up that you are not willing to engage in any form of useful discourse.

That being said you are a credit to your zealotry.
Forum: Crossbows
02-25-2010, 10:38 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,688
Posted By StoredEnergy

BC, Guns all have one thing common. They use...

BC,

Guns all have one thing common. They use propellants / pressurized gasses to accelerate an object.

Crossbows don't use propellants or compressed gas they use a limb to store energy. That...
Forum: Crossbows
02-25-2010, 04:37 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,688
Posted By StoredEnergy

I find it amazing how old vertical hunters turn...

I find it amazing how old vertical hunters turn into the most ardent crossbow supporters once they can no longer draw back their bow.

Their disapproval list can go on and on but the states just...
Forum: Crossbows
02-13-2010, 03:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,885
Posted By StoredEnergy

This is a great tool if you are in a state that...

This is a great tool if you are in a state that doesn't allow optics of any type. To my knowledge only Washington state requires PIN only.

Honestly, on crossbows it is a vertical bow anachronism....
Forum: Crossbows
01-27-2010, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,170
Posted By StoredEnergy

It sounds like a timing problem. If you can take...

It sounds like a timing problem. If you can take it to a crossbow friendly pro shop than they can check the timing. Otherwise it sounds like a limb issue (missmatched weight limbs) and you will need...
Forum: Crossbows
12-31-2009, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,122
Posted By StoredEnergy

Seems to me if you want a manufacturer to respond...

Seems to me if you want a manufacturer to respond to a forum post this is not the place to do it. Crossbow Nation seems to have reps from all the major manufacturers respond quickly to issues. YMMV
Forum: Crossbows
12-28-2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,140
Posted By StoredEnergy

From the source. Good to hear.

From the source. Good to hear.
Forum: Crossbows
12-28-2009, 10:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,140
Posted By StoredEnergy

I would bet that the riser is Verton (glass...

I would bet that the riser is Verton (glass reinforced polypropylene) plastic.

This is the configuration that TP's new $899 Turbo XLT. If TP's new super affordable bow has a plastic stock and...
Forum: Crossbows
12-27-2009, 10:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,140
Posted By StoredEnergy

Odds are the new Wicked Ridge line are imports. ...

Odds are the new Wicked Ridge line are imports.

I have asked several times on two different forums and they won't answer my direct question about where the bow is made.

I will bet $100 that it...
Forum: Crossbows
10-29-2009, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,253
Posted By StoredEnergy

A functional hunting crossbow is well worth $100....

A functional hunting crossbow is well worth $100. Go get some arrows and shoot it.
Forum: Crossbows
10-29-2009, 09:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,705
Posted By StoredEnergy

Jeep, You do what you need to do to keep...

Jeep,

You do what you need to do to keep hunting. Don't worry about the peanut gallery, we are all just friends razzing each other.

Keep on Keepin on
Forum: Crossbows
10-29-2009, 06:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,705
Posted By StoredEnergy

Yeah, but it keeps the posts coming. Kind like a...

Yeah, but it keeps the posts coming. Kind like a reality show, you know stuff is going to happen and you just have to watch!
Forum: Crossbows
10-23-2009, 06:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,117
Posted By StoredEnergy

That is no reason to stop the hatin'. Seems...

That is no reason to stop the hatin'.

Seems like the only passionate posts are bashing posts. It seems to bring them out of the woodwork and unite them with a purpose.

It is very cool that your...
Forum: Crossbows
10-22-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 31,789
Posted By StoredEnergy

Internet hunting forum for men is like a gossip...

Internet hunting forum for men is like a gossip party line for women.

If you won't like the product don't buy it. My nephew has a wildcat and totally abuses it, three years later it is still...
Forum: Crossbows
10-20-2009, 06:26 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 134,161
Posted By StoredEnergy

I had friend who had a Ford explorer blow up on...

I had friend who had a Ford explorer blow up on him as well. Good thing Ford doesn't make crossbows or no one would be safe.
Forum: Crossbows
10-15-2009, 09:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,099
Posted By StoredEnergy

I was looking for the beat a dead horse ICON but...

I was looking for the beat a dead horse ICON but I couldn't find it.

Maybe someone can start another thread. Reminds me of an ex-girlfriend and her gossip gals.
Forum: Crossbows
10-10-2009, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,735
Posted By StoredEnergy

rzredge, Yes, I have shot both the Scorpyd...

rzredge,

Yes, I have shot both the Scorpyd and the Vision. I ended up with the vision because it felt more compact and balanced excellent due to the weight balance.

The Scorpyd is faster than...
Forum: Crossbows
10-07-2009, 10:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,891
Posted By StoredEnergy

I've been in the industry long enough (maybe too...

I've been in the industry long enough (maybe too long) to ignore the propaganda. Most people don't know that TP was originally named Hunter but had to change it due to a copyright issue. Gee, I...
Forum: Crossbows
10-06-2009, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,891
Posted By StoredEnergy

Dial a range is an old technology. With todays...

Dial a range is an old technology. With todays bows you just don't need it.

You do know that TenPoint was founded by people that left Horton. Pick up an older catalog and compare it to the Horton...
Forum: Crossbows
10-06-2009, 05:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,735
Posted By StoredEnergy

Horton also makes a Reverse Draw bow. The Vision...

Horton also makes a Reverse Draw bow. The Vision and the Recon.

http://www.crossbow.com/vision175crossbow
http://www.crossbow.com/recon175

Excellent fit and finish and I feel that it has a...
Forum: Crossbows
09-30-2009, 04:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,841
Posted By StoredEnergy

7/8" Weaver is the width of the dovetail. 1"...

7/8" Weaver is the width of the dovetail.

1" is the diameter of the barrel (narrowest tube of) scope.

dovetails for .22 (caliber) guns are 3/8" wide.

Horton bows have always used 7/8" Weaver...
Forum: Crossbows
09-29-2009, 04:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By StoredEnergy

Assuming all the components are indeed cherry, I...

Assuming all the components are indeed cherry, I would add up all the parts as if you were going to buy them new on sale and divide that by two.

That would be fair. Like you both went in on the...
Forum: Crossbows
09-24-2009, 04:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,874
Posted By StoredEnergy

I am not sure how one can take it any other way???

I am not sure how one can take it any other way???
Forum: Crossbows
09-23-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,603
Posted By StoredEnergy

Dryridge2, You must understand that it is...

Dryridge2,

You must understand that it is not acceptable around here so say that ANYTHING is wrong with parker design or manufacture.

There are other companies that you are allowed to rag on...
Forum: Crossbows
09-23-2009, 05:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,874
Posted By StoredEnergy

Yeah, I am not a big fan of three dots either. ...

Yeah, I am not a big fan of three dots either.

The cyclone that I have came with a sticker on the underside of the scope that said made in china.
Forum: Crossbows
09-22-2009, 06:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 31,789
Posted By StoredEnergy

I would love to see pictures of those splintered...

I would love to see pictures of those splintered limbs. I would figure that the rubber would keep them from releasing fibers.

Were you able to see the three layers of lamination? Did the top skin...
Forum: Crossbows
09-19-2009, 08:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 31,789
Posted By StoredEnergy

What I can't understand is with all the ISSUES...

What I can't understand is with all the ISSUES that Barnett bows have, HOW can they be the #1 selling brand in the US by a large margin???

Personally I will stick to my Horton Vision.

I agree...
Forum: Crossbows
09-11-2009, 06:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 17,442
Posted By StoredEnergy

The idea of a speed limit is stupid. Is there a...

The idea of a speed limit is stupid. Is there a speed limit for vertical bows?

I wonder which manufacturer promoted that particular speed to the DNR's?

My guess is that it was a xbow company...
Forum: Crossbows
09-09-2009, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,202
Posted By StoredEnergy

I have found that crossbow haters like to use the...

I have found that crossbow haters like to use the word Bolt because they don't want to acknowledge that crossbows shoot Arrows and are therefore Archery Equipment.
Forum: Crossbows
09-09-2009, 09:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,183
Posted By StoredEnergy

David, I remember last year when I brought...

David,

I remember last year when I brought up the step through riser patent and I was told (paraphrased) that the patent couldn't be valid and that I didn't know what I was talking about.

Not...
Forum: Crossbows
03-02-2009, 05:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,038
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Barnett Predator crossbow

My predator is quieter than my stryker and is a lot easier on string servings.

No problems with the Predator, had to send the stryker back for the trigger recall.
Forum: Crossbows
09-30-2008, 10:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 20,776
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Barnett Quad 400 junk

Looks like your self-fulfilling prophecy is manifest.

The Horton is proof that you don't need speed to harvest a deer. Slow and steady wins the race.
Forum: Crossbows
08-11-2008, 03:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 20,776
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Barnett Quad 400 junk

Did you call Barnett customer service? If you bought a bow from another company would you call customer service then?

I will never understand how people would pay money for a product and not...
Forum: Crossbows
08-07-2008, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 868
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: looking for any limbs

Try Gordon Composites. I am not sure what their minimum is but maybe you can buy some blanks and grind your own profiles.
Forum: Crossbows
07-23-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,121
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: parker cyclon hand crank??

Very cool! What have you harvested with the Cyclone? What broadheads did you use? Were you able to recover your arrows?

Thanks in advance, I need more hunting stories to make it to opening...
Forum: Crossbows
07-09-2008, 08:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,110
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: 20fps a big deal???

That is awesome! I must know your setup.

I appreciate any info. Thanks
Forum: Crossbows
06-26-2008, 03:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,443
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Warning! To anyone buying a CB!

Backing out limb bolts is a dangerous game. Bolts are not designed to take a bending moment only axial tension loads. There are a couple bows out there that may let you get away with using...
Forum: Crossbows
06-26-2008, 03:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,443
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Warning! To anyone buying a CB!

My hurricane peaked out at 169# but with absolutely no let off. (who cares about let off when you have such a sweet trigger!) So I took it to the handy force draw machine and found out that it has no...
Forum: Crossbows
06-23-2008, 07:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,613
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: I just ordered a Barnett Quad AVI

Barnett is an old crossbow company (over 40+ years) so there are a lot of bows out there (close to a million according to some sources).

There were limb issues (with glass picking) on bows made...
Forum: Crossbows
05-22-2008, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,254
Posted By StoredEnergy

The Full Review

Crossbow-review.com has finished its review of the Predator. See it here:

http://www.crossbow-review.com/Revie...rAVi_page1.htm
Forum: Crossbows
05-21-2008, 02:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,885
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Parker Cyclone Update

My hunting 22" carbon arrows weighs 490 +/- 2 grains (with a total broadhead weight of 170 grains).

How much do your hunting arrows weigh?
Forum: Crossbows
05-02-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,254
Posted By StoredEnergy

Production Predator Slideshow

Everyone interested needs to check out www.crossbow-review.com. Mirko has produced an excellent photo slideshow of a New Production Predator!

...
Forum: Crossbows
04-23-2008, 06:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,935
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Parker Cyclone now available......

Good deals are where you find them.

I try to keep an open mind when checking out new suppliers.

Has anyone contacted them with availability / price questions?
Forum: Crossbows
04-22-2008, 07:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,935
Posted By StoredEnergy

RE: Parker Cyclone now available......

When I visited Parkers booth at the ATA show they said that the Cyclone was going to retail for $599. The cyclone wasn't listed in the catalog and they only had a single page color printout with the...
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