I am thinking pretty hard about upgrading and buying a new bow. This has led me to have to also consider new rests and sights. I currently have a 1995 Hoyt Defiant, prong type rest, and Keller Pendulm bow sight from when I used to bowhunt 10 -15 years ago. Got back into the sport for this past fall season. As far as rests, I don't want a whisker biscuit, so will be going for a drop away. What is the top of the line drop away rest, and then what is one that has the best features, but is a good compromise on the wallet? I saw the NAP Freedom rest that lloked cool and I like the idea of it not having a string attached to the bowstring, but wonder if it will be as accurate as one of the drop aways that may leave the rest up a little longer before it falls? Same question as far as sights, with additional questions: I actually like the simplicity of the Keller Pendulum sight, but seems like these days no one uses the pendulum sights anymore for treestand hunting? Do the new pin sights take into account the difference from shooting from a treestand so they will not hit high? I like the idea of having more pins to be able to reach out to 40 yds with the newer bows, but also like the simplicity of one pin and the pendulum sight taking into account the angle when hunting from an elevated position? What do y'all reccomend? Thoughts? Thanks for your help..
Actually I have a few friends that use a pendulum. I personally prefer fixed pins. My current set-up has a Spot-Hogg Hogg-It sight with a wrap. its a bright and bullet proof sight. I use a Limb-Driver rest and I'm pertty happy with it. Theres a ton of options and opinions out there though!
I have a Vapor Trail Limb Driver rest and a Viper Archery sight on 5 different bows. Not saying they are the best but they've proven to exceptional. I bought my first Viper sight prior to buying a bow to put it on. I researched sights, found them a cut above the rest IMO. Limb Driver rests, as easy and durable as any I've found. I expect perfection and have found them in these 2 products thus far. Lot's of great choices on the market however.
I had the NAP Freedom rest on my wife's Hoyt Powerhawk. No matter how much tuning I did, I never could get the arrows to stop porpoising. I changed her to a new Rip Cord and the problem went away immediately. It may have had to do with her low poundage pull and light arrows, but again the problem disappeared with the new rest.
Sights ... I've got two SH's and one Axcel Armortech, both are high quality sights from top shelf companies. Rests.... I like QAD, some swear by limbdrivers but I've never personally used one. I had a G5 once but went back to QAD b/c I like the full containment
There is no such thing as the "BEST SIGHT" OR "BEST ARROW REST"...Or best anything for that matter. You need to take the time to research and experiment. I'm not trying to be rude, but too many people now days want easy answers. What someone else might like might be worthless to me or the other way around. Archery is not a sport in which "THE BEST GEAR" gets the deer...It takes other things believe it or not that you CAN'T BUY like woodsmanship skills, time spent in the woods, practice, PATIENCE, common sense, knowing your game, etc...Like I said I'm sorry, but there are to many people out there(NOT SAYING YOU ARE ONE OF THEM) that think high priced gadgets, fast bows and a pile of corn/food plot is all you need. The fact of the matter is if you put these spoiled hunters on public land they would fall flat on they're face and cry all the way home. I'm upset because new people to the sport see threads like this and get the wrong idea. Find what works best for you and don't fall into what everyone else likes. Take they're imput and weigh it out with your own experimentation and you will be a better hunter. It sounds like you have a good idea of what you want and you have time before next fall to get it right. I have had experience with two sights that I narrowed it down to over time. HHA and Spott hogg, I chose HHA because I like a single pin sight, but both are quality sites. As far as rests go I love my g5 drop away, but also like the TrophyTaker products. It's all about give and take. Every thing has it's good and bad points. Good Luck in your search!
This is what on my bows. Mathews LX Ripcord dropaway. Black an Gold sight. Mathews Z7 Ripcord dropaway. Sword sight.
I agree with you. Just chose those words for a quick title - didn't mean to imply that there is one "best" sight or rest and everyone should use only that product. Maybe I should have titled this thread differently such as, "Which are good quality sights and rests - what do you like/dislike about them?" At any rate, I do a lot of research and test gear out to see what works before I buy. This thread is part of that research. Just asking for some reccomendations of where to start since there have been some technological changes in archery equipment over the last ten years while I was away from the sport and there are quite a few manufacturers making the same type of archery equipment such as sights and rests. I know there are folks here who have experience in the field with certain gear, and so would like to hear their (your) experience and why they like the gear they have chosen. What did they like, dislike, worked for them/didn't work for them,etc. Anyway, no big deal, just wanted to clarify where I'm coming from. Thanks for your input and sharing what gear you have had good experiences with. Also, thanks for pointing out there is no "best ____" that works for everyone. As you pointed out, I think most anyone who just buys the most expensive gear without any thought and preparation/practice and study, will most likely not find much success. I think that most hunters who are conscientious and respect their quarry will indeed do their homework and put in time to do their best in order to be successful and make a clean kill, etc. Putting in this time and homework is half the fun: the practice, studying, and effort/experience put in to the sport that can make it so rewarding. At the same time, if we can help guide each other by sharing our experiences, it can help cut out some dry runs, headaches, and wasted time and help inform others who are seeking advice/help.
i dont know about being the best sight or rest but I have had really good luck with the Vital Bow Gear sights and the QAD Ultra Pro rest. Dont think ill be switching it up anytime soon but idk its all a matter of opinion.
I just mounted a Viper Pro 2000 on my Monster (after 15 years with a pendulum style sight) it replaced a VBG Camelback pendulum which replaced a Savage QC...... I havnt hunted with it, but I am shooting 60 yds acurately with it, I have had the same Trophy Taker on the last 4 bows with no desire to change it out.
for drop away, Kazaway from Vital gear it the best I've used. Not cheap, about $110. It holds your arrows till you draw, then drops away when fired. If you let down, it grabs a hold of your arrow again. as for sight, my kid has a G5 4 pin that's pretty impresive. It has 3 adjustable pins and the fourth lowestis a floating pin that can be moved by turning a knob, which is great when hunting out west. It also has a light, which helps inside a blind.
I have a NAP 360 on my Mission eliminator & Martin Bengal. Have a Octane Hostage on my Parker Trailblazer and a Ripcord on my Parker Inferno. I think the Ripcord will eliminate any hand torque. All have TruGlo sights.
I have a QAD Ultra Rest and a Muzzy Zero effect. The zero effect is the best drop away for my money PERIOD. The QAD is OK for hunting but it has caused issues target shooting with an arrow the size of a 30X
Qad ultra hd and armortech hd 4 pin. I like them so far...had'em about 6 months. I picked these 2 because they both had the items/features that "I" was looking for in a rest and sight. Make a list of what is important to you and what features you really want to have and go from there. Get quality construction cause it will pay off in the long run. This is only my second sight and rest in about 12 yrs. so if you spread out $150.00 or so ( for a sight or rest) over 10 yrs., it really doesn't make sense to go cheap.
