Any opinions on these bows? I've been searching around online, and found some good deals. However, I've never even heard of these brands. Thanks, y'all. Justin
Martin makes good bows, FWIW their risors are three piece, but havent had any trouble with my Alien X. I understand Martin is now for sale, not sure how that will affect their line up. Go to the Martin forum and read up and you can download their recent catalogue. Not familiar whit what Jennings is doing. I would look at any top line bow and try to shoot them. I really like the quality of Hoyts and I've looked at the new Spyder Turbo-a bad machine! @ around 899.00 About a month ago I was at the Bear factory in Gainesville and handled a new Bear Motive 6, not like your dads Bear that's for sure. Here's a link; http://www.outdoorlife.com/photos/gallery/hunting/2012/12/new-hunting-bows-2013-sneak-peek-best-new-compound-bows-2013?photo=3#1001359897 My Mathews Switchback was a solid well made bow, but just a little slow. FYI, my new Darton is set at 61/62 pounds and I'm getting 303fps with a 350 grain Maxima @28". You should have some good Pro shops in your area, I would check them and see what shakes out. Having local support is a big deal. I have developed a good relationship with my guy here in ne fla. I'm in his shop every other weekend for either gun stuff or archery items, and I always say hey to him. G/L
A good friend that i shoot with commonly has a rytera. They're made by Martin I believe. He really likes it. It shoots fast and has a nice after shot. I wasn't impressed with the draw on the cam. My bow at 70 pounds was easier to pull than his at 60.
That is all great information, but I don't think it addressed his question. If I'm right, justinjba is new to archery and is looking for a cheap bow to start off with. In this situation, I wouldn't recommend going out and buying a brand new, top of the line bow. For one, what happens if he goes and spends $1000 on a new Matthews rig and finds out he doesn't like archery? Second, I believe you should start at the bottom so you can appreciate the technology that goes into the new bows. Justinjba: I bought a Jennings Micron for my first bow that came with a three pin brass sight and simple pass through rest and case from a buddy for $40. I only bought it to learn on and I didn't want to spend a small fortune on a new rig in case I found out my shoulder problems stopped me from continuing with the sport or I just didn't like archery. I quickly found out that while I could shoot a two inch group at 30 yards, my hand was too big for the bow. My fletching kept hitting my index finger. To answer your question though, many people say Jennings aren't worth whatever you spend on them, that they're cheaply made and won't last long. I tell these people to shut up and keep practicing. Just understand that you will probably want trade up soon. Same thing goes with Martin. I hope this helps!
