I am looking for a new bow for the next season, I was just wondering what you guys think to get i dont really want to spend over 750
SHoot a few and let the bow pick you . But first ask yourself what or how are you going to use the bow like hunting only , 3-d , Hunting out of a groundblind . Theres some great deals on bows all over the net , some great deals on complete set-ups . I would like to get my hands on a Maitland , or a elite bow . I have to drive 2-3 hours for a shop that doesnt carry hoyt or mathews .
Not saying your budget is low, but I'd be more concerned about high end accessories than a high end bow. Most bows manufactured today are very high quality, your rest, sight, release, etc are what can make the world of difference. Good luck, shoot lots of bows and have fun, it should be an enjoyable process!
I tend to agree with purebowhunting. Good quality accessories are a great investment in the archery world because they last for years. Most bows nowadays are at very least fairly good quality. The other road you can go is look for something used. There are MANY great used bows out there that have barely been used that are selling for a good price. If you are patient you should be able to find a steal of a deal. If you want something new, look at the Mission line of bows from Mathews. They have top notch high quality bows at reasonable mid range prices.
$750 is what my buddy just paid for his 2011 Bowtech Destroyer 350. He added an octane stabilizer, 5 arrow quiver, ripcord cope red drop away, scott release, etc. and it ended up being around 1050 with the accessories. For that price, I'd say the Destroyer 350 or the Destroyer 340 would be perfect. Just add the accessories next month or so. Another good bow for that price range is the Hoyt Rampage XT. It's a lot slower than the Destroyer series of bows, but it really has a smooth draw and solid wall to it. It's a real forgiving bow too with a 7 inch brace height. Those are just a few of the several good bows for your specific price range. If it were me, I'd probably go with a Destroyer bow though.
Was in The Same Boat I to was to spend about $700.00,went to my local Pro Shop not BPS,etc.etc.and told him what I had to spend and he went to work.He laid out 5 different bows set them all to my draw length and poundage that I could pull(bad shoulders and 60 years old) I tried them all and picked the one I liked.Then he set me up with rest,sight,arrows,release,etc,etc.went out the door with a Mission Venture ready to hunt for $680.00 and I gave him the rest as a tip.Hope this helps.
Im picking up a Bowtech Assassin on boxing day... Look into them as they have great reviews especially for the price..
Are you talking $750 for just the bow, or $750 for a complete package? If just the bow, practically everything is in your price range. Since a lot of the 2012 models just came out from most manufacturers, you could look at getting a 2011 from the higher cost companies like Mathews, Hoyt, Prime, etc. I bought a 2010 Hoyt Maxxis last year right after the 2011's came out, and I got the bow for $700 out the door. Great bow, but Im looking for something different already because theres a few things about the Maxxis that I dont care for, particularly in the draw cycle and full draw holding, and Im kind of dwelling on those minor dislikes. Dont blow off any of the newer companies either. A lot of them are making GREAT bows! Someone already mentioned Maitland, Elites are great AND they have a lifetime warranty, Athens is making a lot of noise, and in my opinion the Strother bows rock! #1 on my list if I do replace the Maxxis is a Strother Wrath. To me it sounds like the perfect long draw (31") bowhunters bow. As said before, accessories are going to add up, and theres a few accessories that one really shouldnt skimp on, but its not detrimental if you do. Theres inexpensive drop away rests out there, and you can always pick some stuff up in the classifieds either here or on Archery Talk. Same goes for sights. For me, the rest is the one thing I wont go cheap with. I want a good drop away with micro adjust to aid with fine tuning. Thats just me though. Shop around. Dont be afraid to buy used, but do so wisely.
Save some more cash, it's the off season, get a Mathews Z7 Extreme. You won't regret it, even though its pricey. I love mine so mush I come home on my lunch break and shoot everyday. It's worth it trust me.
