Was ready to buy a bow then something came up . HELP

1. RTS = Ready to shoot
2. You have to travel to find a bow to touch or shoot.
3. Save $ more for something you will truly appreciate.

There is more to Bowhunting than slinging arrows out of your rig. Invest more time in "the bigger picture" and you will discover where your heart is.
Never allow yourself to be "pissed off". Rather problem solve.

 

Well, if there are none in your state...if it were me....I'd take that fact as a hint that it's probably not the bow for me. If there are dealers nearby and they just don't have the one you want, the specific model, I'd think they could order one for you and you could try it out when they get it.

If it's just a case of no dealers...then that's not a good sign to start with and there maybe a reason for it. If there is no consumer demand then it might be because there is a problem either with the company support or the products.

I know I'm prone to fall in love with a product because of aesthetics alone but for something that needs to be functional...aesthetics should take the backseat to function or move on to another model or brand.

 

60# is fine. I had a friend that killed a deer with a 30# bow

 

I saw a really pretty girl when I was younger and just had to have a date with her. Couldn't get her out of my mind... finally I got the nerve to ask her out and we saw each other for a couple of weeks, but...she just didn't handle well. Pretty to look at though. Had to let her go. :D

Seriously, you will handle your bow much more than you will look at it... go for the feel boy, go for the feel. Good luck.

 

That bow lists a brace height of a tad over 6"...I'm not sure that's where I'd want to be on an new rig. This is one example why I'd never consider buying that (or any other) bow without being able to shoot it. A short BH like that can ("CAN") cause all sorts of problems. It might be a fine bow for you but the short BH makes a very high probability of some serious problems that are only knowable by shooting one.
My Element has 6,3/4" BH and it's as short as I'd be comfortable with and it's very borderline even with my short'ish draw length. Hand torque is amplified and form problems are more appearent...shorter BH is getting into arm slap territory too.

I don't know but I'd be wary of that specific bow until I shot it and was proven it fit me pretty well. Sometimes "cheap" comes with it's own unaffordable price.

 

i see what you all are saying i really do... but ive never heard ONE bad thing about these alpine bows and when something goes wrong they usually fix for FREE ive seen. as long as your not an idiot and throwing it at the ground.... you guys still think i should really stray away from an alpine? i thnk the only reason they dont have em around here is there really isnt a cabellas by me.

 

Stop making Excuses! Stop worrying about what "we" think you should do! If you want my advise..here it is:
Measure your draw length (look it up) and buy a 70# Mathews bow. If it is to tough to pull, back it down. If your dead set on an alpine bow then quit talking and get about it. You have to decide for yourself. So decide. Everyone here will support your efforts..to an extent. I advise you to take some time and think about your position. I do not need a Cabellas on the corner to attain a bow and neither do you.

 

You'll have to do what you think is best for you, you asked for opinions so I gave mine in hopes that it was helpful in your considerations.
I have a check list of sorts I go through mentally when I buy stuff I'm going to be using a lot.

1. Local dealer/ distance from home needs to be within 50 miles one way for me personally.
1a. Can I lay hands on the product I want.
2. Dealer/Mfg Service
3. Product quality
3a. Product functionality
3b. Product aesthetics
3c. Product durability/life expectancy
4. Customer reviews/opinions on point #'s 1-3 above.
5. Price of comparable products from other Mfg/Dealers

If a product meets most of those terms or ranks high...I'm good. If I find myself honestly saying you know that's just not worth the trouble or price...then I move on to another product. Notice #1 on the list...personally for me, if a product like a bow has a serious problem and there are no dealers around, I don't want to find myself having to call the company and wait on a solution through long distance and mail. Most of the time a problem like that would happen to me right when I needed to be in the stand and I'd be kicking myself for not sticking to my rules.

 

ah you folks are correct... i will take some more time on this decision and really try and find an alpine bow to handle and if not start shopping around... so suggestions then? all my times been takiing up by alpine

 

I don't think that any one is necessarily saying that. I think the general consensus (and my point of view) is to shoot some and see. If it's still the alpine you want that's great, but you might want something else more.

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Covey nailed it on the head, beat me to all of my suggestions on this subject.

I know you're excited to get a bow, but don't rush it and chance making a mistake. Go to your local bow shop, and shoot a few bows within your price range. Like Covey said, there's a reason your local bow shops don't carry Alpine, as well as a reason they carry the brands they do... Trust in the products.

Good luck!

 

Ha ha! Alpine is just as good as any other bow out there! Do a simple google search and you will be hard pressed to find any negatives about them or their customer service. Im not sure why more dealers do not carry them, they make great bows. I know their mantra is a quality bow for the working man. Im willing to bet they went factory direct, which eliminates all the middlemen and added fees along the way, to keep it that way. I know they don't advertise much either, which keeps costs down. We all know advertising and cheesy ads sell products in our country, but you are also paying for it in what you buy. Many have never heard of them except by word of mouth even though they have been at the leading edge of innovation and technology.

1988 1st Slide Lock Overdraw. This was the first adjustable length overdraw, with a movable carriage.

1989 1st Ultra Overdraw. First overdraw reversible for right and left hand.

1990 1st Alpine introduces machined riser bows. The Silverado Target Bow began the machined riser revolution. Within the next few years every manufacturer would follow Alpine’s lead.

1990 1st Machined riser bows with removable limb pockets and shelves.

1991 1st To integrate an overdraw system into the Silverado machined riser bow.

1991 1st To build a reflexed machined riser bow.

1992 1st Alpine introduces the Alpine Colt youth bow. This bow was the first compound bow scaled down to fit a child properly.

1994 1st To CNC machine limbs for the closest possible dimensional control.

1995 1st Alpine built the first rotating draw length cam. This cam was used on the Colt youth bow.

1995 1st Alpine also introduced the Ladies Silverado bow. This little wonder was the first bow built exclusively for women.

1997 1st Alpine introduced the Inverse Twin Limb Mounting System. This revolutionary system held twin limbs more securely and quietly than any other limb mounting system offered.

1997 1st The T-2 cam had two different performance profiles, so one could change the feel and performance of the bow.

1997 1st To bed limbs in silicone to reduce noise and vibration.

2000 1st Alpine introduced the patented Fast Trac Ball Bearing Cam technology. This innovative system eliminated bearing wear associated with bronze and nylon bearings. Today most manufacturers are following Alpine’s lead. Patent #6,415,780

2001 1st To introduce wide platform limb technology for more stability and torsion control.

2001 1st To introduce wide body cam technology with 25% wider grooves to reduce buss and string serving wear.

2001 1st The Soft Loc Quiver is the first quiver to provide a dual guide rail, friction locking quiver mount with full vertical adjustment, and a quick dismount with no mechanical fasteners or hardware. Patent #6,672,299

2001 1st Quiver system with interchangeable hoods to adapt to different camo patterns. (Soft Loc Quiver)

2003 1st To introduce the VX Series Pocket Mounting System. This system clamps the limbs to the riser like a vice. Still the most solid limb mounting system in the industry today.

2005 1st To build integrated multi part, modular machined risers with the Tundra Series Denali. This innovative concept reduced material waste and cost and assured precise alignment of the upper and lower limbs. Today, several manufacturers continue to follow Alpine’s lead.

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I shot an Alpine Whisper Flite for ten years and killed a lot of deer with it when I finally decided to retire it I shot a lot of different bows! I was set to buy another Alpine and I did shoot the Fireball and liked it but when I shot my Martin Bone Hunter it chose me!! I wasn't even going to look at it but the guy handed to me to try and I fell in love with it. You have to have an open mind when buying a bow but you have to be happy with what you have. Good luck and I hope you get the bow that is right for you!

 

I like the part where "the bow chose you" when I was in the market I had all the books from all the mfg. .. yes this does happen.

 

All the innovation in the world won't make a business successful if they don't get their product out there in folks hands....I don't do mail order business on things like bows and many others don't either. They need dealers with their products available.

 

I had the alpine denali for a few years, very nice bow.

As for quality and performance Alpine is top notch. But like others have said, you need to feel the bow before you buy it.

 

THE STRUGGGLE!!!! gah i wish a damn alpine was close by!! i guess i will go to afield and see if they let me shoot some of theier bows in the mean time im lookin for a ALPINE on the side! you guys are amazing i feel very safe when asking questions on these forums i get the best very BEST answers

 

I really do wish someone locally had Alpines as well for you. Sounds like they are a really great bow. I would maybe look around and see what you can find to get your hands on and then consider ordering one if I was sure that's what I wanted. I'd never say I would never order one through mail order but I'd sure be hesitant.

In any case, I hope you get one or something that works well for you!

 

I would figure out what it is you like about the Alpine (hopefully more than just the price) and look at more common brands. PSE has a few bows in that price range and they make a nice bow.

 

Call alpine and buy your bow...it is that simple.