So I'm looking at getting(back) into archery. I know some of the basics, but its been a while. I'm looking at getting a 2011 Hoyt Powerhawk 27" draw 50-60 lbs Draw weight. It comes with a Truglo sight, trophy ridge revolution rest, apex stabilizer, alpine quiver, and 60x custom strings. Its $300. Is this a good bow/good deal? My other question is what arrows should I get for this bow? What length? Could I just use some cheap $4 Walmart CE wolverine arrows? I'm on a tight budget. I would be using this bow for target shooting mostly. Thanks
who or where are you getting the bow from? best bet is go to a pro shop and get measured for the correct draw length. If your not 27" then it might not be the bow for you and you'll screw up your form trying to compensate your draw to match the bow. Arrows like anything else, you get what you pay for. Check the bowsforsale forum here, usually there are legitimate deals here. But start with local proshop first. You can get a new starter bow for about $400 that come with everything except arrows.
I did go to a pro shop so I know the 27 dl is right. The bow is a coworker of a cousin out of state. I dont know him but I'm dealing through my cousin. And I was shopping used because my budget is pretty low. Even $300 is pushing it just for a new hobby.
Have you had a chance to shoot a bow similar to it? that is very important, in fact you have to make your decision based on that. I know it may be hard to find that particular model, but do your research. It'll pay off big in the long run. If you buy it, and then don't like the way it shoots/feels, then you'll have wasted $300. It seems to be a fair price, but check on ebay, craigs list, here on the bow for sale forum and see if there are similar models for sale and how much they going for.
Don't rush it, follow sound and safe advice, save longer and do it right! Getting set up correctly is better than getting set up quickly, and thus setting yourself up for disappointment. Take your time.
