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BuckinBronco · August 10th, 2012, 06:39 PM

Shot Oneida for the past few years...looking into getting a new bow for next season and dressin' the Oneida up for carp shootin'. I've been leaning towards Mathews (z7x) but a lot of friends swear by Bowtech, Bear, etc. I've been out of the circle as far as new technology goes, so I'm just looking for some thoughts/opinions. Thanks.

ajmorell · August 10th, 2012, 06:48 PM

It's like asking which brand of truck you like best. You need to go shoot several and pick the one you like best.

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Fidget56 · August 10th, 2012, 06:57 PM

Strothers. And they are made right in michigan.

ppkaprince98 · August 10th, 2012, 07:28 PM

I was just at a bowshop wednesday and the guy was raving about the Struthers. However I shoot a Bowtech, Mathews are also nice, but you have to go and just shoot some. Take your release to a few differnt bow shops and just different bows until your arms hurt.

BlooMule · August 10th, 2012, 07:55 PM

Don't buy a bow until Steveo posts. He once shot two deer and a mountain goat with one arrow, while taking a dump in his outhouse, er, cabin in Wyoming.

steveo · August 10th, 2012, 09:30 PM

I shoot a hoyt crx 32 with 80 lb limbs. i bought it used at jays in 2010 to replace a PSI fireflight express. It fits me well and I like to shoot it. Bowtech has some nice bows available and they have the higher draw weights too.

mideerslayer · August 10th, 2012, 09:37 PM

Bows have come so far in the past 10 years, like others have said go to a shop and try some. One bow might shoot good for bob but you don't like the grip or breaking point. Once you find the bow you like, dress it up and start shooting. I have always been a fan of Martin bows.

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bgh1441 · August 11th, 2012, 12:01 AM

I just bought a martin last year and its nice but I was at bass pro for the hunter classic and a brand called quest was there, they are a local michigan company, I shot their bows and god are they smooth, fast, and accurate. A ready to go bow was 460 or 480 cant remember which but a good price, not to mention supporting a local company. Just another to try, hell try my martin so i can go buy a new quest.

974x4Taco · August 11th, 2012, 06:33 AM

My buddy bought a new Quest last year and for the price it is dam nice
Now, that being said, if you shoot it the pick my Hoyt up and shoot that there is a definite quality difference in all aspects. Is it worth the price difference? That's up to you....for me the answer is yes.

I have my sights set on a Hoyt vector turbo for next season.

DuffMan · August 11th, 2012, 07:30 AM

Do yourself a favor and shoot many arrows from many bows.

I bought a new bow last year from Adams Archery - and I recommend them HIGHLY.

I went out convinced that I was getting a Matthews G7, and after spending almost three hours shooting various Matthews, Bowtechs, and Hoyts - that were set up to my draw length and weight. I shot about 200 arrows so my arm was sore for two days afterward.

I ended up with the bow that felt best and shot best for me, in this case a Bowtech Assassin - which was not what I walked in expecting to buy.

Can't say enough about going to a real professional archery shop - and since you're downriver like me, Adams is a good choice.

BuckinBronco · August 11th, 2012, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DuffMan

Do yourself a favor and shoot many arrows from many bows.

I bought a new bow last year from Adams Archery - and I recommend them HIGHLY.

I went out convinced that I was getting a Matthews G7, and after spending almost three hours shooting various Matthews, Bowtechs, and Hoyts - that were set up to my draw length and weight. I shot about 200 arrows so my arm was sore for two days afterward.

I ended up with the bow that felt best and shot best for me, in this case a Bowtech Assassin - which was not what I walked in expecting to buy.

Can't say enough about going to a real professional archery shop - and since you're downriver like me, Adams is a good choice.

Adams has been great to me so far. That's what I was planning on doing...going in there and trying a bunch out. I have shot the Assassin before and liked it. Their "RAK" packages are good too, nice price for the whole set up. Too bad you can't hunt on the island...seen a few real nice bucks over there.

High Center Hancho · August 11th, 2012, 09:01 AM

get one with a rebal flag

archerchaos · August 11th, 2012, 11:45 AM

Shoot the z7x and then the rest. Compare them. The z's are super sweet but at the price you want to make sure it feels right. There are a lot of great bows out there! Just as important is where you buy it. You want someone VERY knowledgable who will help you make the decision AND outfit it right. Shop around. I prefer independent shops rather than big box. Get it soon-hunting season is right around the corner! I'm voting for Matthews!

BuckinBronco · August 11th, 2012, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by High Center Hancho

get one with a rebal flag

As I said before, not sure what a rebal flag is. I'll make sure to get rebel flag arrow wraps though!

thunderbird · August 11th, 2012, 12:32 PM

Don't know i'm still shooting my Proline Point Blank it's only what 20 years old lol

steveo · August 11th, 2012, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by thunderbird

Don't know i'm still shooting my Proline Point Blank it's only what 20 years old lol

I didn't replace my PSE Fireflite Express cause it stopped killing lol. the new technology in the bows these days is great. My new bow shoots faster, harder and is easier to shoot.

zjguy721 · August 11th, 2012, 01:18 PM

Just repeating what has been said, but you do need to go to an archery shop, with knowledgeable staff, and shoot them. I did that a couple years ago and got a Hoyt Katera and love it.

steveo · August 11th, 2012, 01:25 PM

Doe anyone have any experience with the carbon fiber hoyts?

BuckinBronco · August 11th, 2012, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by steveo

Doe anyone have any experience with the carbon fiber hoyts?

I wish, they look awesome.

archerchaos · August 11th, 2012, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by steveo

Doe anyone have any experience with the carbon fiber hoyts?

Yeah, didn't love it.

August 10th, 2012, 06:39 PM	#1
BuckinBronco Senior Member Join Date: 04-25-12 Location: Downriver Posts: 314 iTrader: (0)	Compound Bow Help Shot Oneida for the past few years...looking into getting a new bow for next season and dressin' the Oneida up for carp shootin'. I've been leaning towards Mathews (z7x) but a lot of friends swear by Bowtech, Bear, etc. I've been out of the circle as far as new technology goes, so I'm just looking for some thoughts/opinions. Thanks.

August 10th, 2012, 07:55 PM	#5
BlooMule Devout Atheist Join Date: 11-08-05 Location: A little North of Deetroit and a little South of Roseville Posts: 18,838 iTrader: (11)	Don't buy a bow until Steveo posts. He once shot two deer and a mountain goat with one arrow, while taking a dump in his outhouse, er, cabin in Wyoming. __________________ Don't die a virgin, there are terrorists up there waiting for you!

August 11th, 2012, 12:01 AM	#8
bgh1441 Senior Member Join Date: 01-17-08 Location: Shelby Township, Michigan Posts: 255 iTrader: (3)	I just bought a martin last year and its nice but I was at bass pro for the hunter classic and a brand called quest was there, they are a local michigan company, I shot their bows and god are they smooth, fast, and accurate. A ready to go bow was 460 or 480 cant remember which but a good price, not to mention supporting a local company. Just another to try, hell try my martin so i can go buy a new quest. Last edited by bgh1441; August 11th, 2012 at 10:23 AM.

August 11th, 2012, 06:33 AM	#9
974x4Taco Flex Is OverRated Join Date: 11-19-06 Location: Battle Creek Posts: 1,327 iTrader: (5)	My buddy bought a new Quest last year and for the price it is dam nice Now, that being said, if you shoot it the pick my Hoyt up and shoot that there is a definite quality difference in all aspects. Is it worth the price difference? That's up to you....for me the answer is yes. I have my sights set on a Hoyt vector turbo for next season. __________________ ~ Todd 01 Dodge 2500 w/ a Cummins, dd/towrig 85 Toyota Pickup, Trailrig

August 11th, 2012, 07:30 AM	#10
DuffMan Your Message Here Join Date: 11-05-05 Location: The Ile of Grosse Posts: 5,676 iTrader: (10)	Do yourself a favor and shoot many arrows from many bows. I bought a new bow last year from Adams Archery - and I recommend them HIGHLY. I went out convinced that I was getting a Matthews G7, and after spending almost three hours shooting various Matthews, Bowtechs, and Hoyts - that were set up to my draw length and weight. I shot about 200 arrows so my arm was sore for two days afterward. I ended up with the bow that felt best and shot best for me, in this case a Bowtech Assassin - which was not what I walked in expecting to buy. Can't say enough about going to a real professional archery shop - and since you're downriver like me, Adams is a good choice. __________________ This is the Pub. Leave common sense at the door.

August 10th, 2012, 06:48 PM	#2
ajmorell Senior Member Join Date: 01-22-07 Location: Santa Fe, NM Posts: 3,026 iTrader: (16)	It's like asking which brand of truck you like best. You need to go shoot several and pick the one you like best. Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk 2

August 10th, 2012, 06:57 PM	#3
Fidget56 Senior Member Join Date: 02-19-07 Location: Leonard Mi Posts: 457 iTrader: (5)	Strothers. And they are made right in michigan.

August 10th, 2012, 09:30 PM	#6
steveo In the band! Join Date: 03-30-07 Location: montana/wyoming Posts: 20,293 iTrader: (6)	I shoot a hoyt crx 32 with 80 lb limbs. i bought it used at jays in 2010 to replace a PSI fireflight express. It fits me well and I like to shoot it. Bowtech has some nice bows available and they have the higher draw weights too.

August 10th, 2012, 09:37 PM	#7
mideerslayer NEVER GIVE UP! Join Date: 04-27-06 Location: Clinton Township Posts: 3,636 iTrader: (27)	Bows have come so far in the past 10 years, like others have said go to a shop and try some. One bow might shoot good for bob but you don't like the grip or breaking point. Once you find the bow you like, dress it up and start shooting. I have always been a fan of Martin bows. Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk 2

August 11th, 2012, 09:01 AM	#12
High Center Hancho rack tap re-rack click Join Date: 07-10-07 Location: Genesee County Posts: 10,645 iTrader: (37)	get one with a rebal flag __________________

August 11th, 2012, 11:45 AM	#13
archerchaos I shoot bows & I'm a girl Join Date: 03-10-11 Location: birmingham, michigan and Boyne City michigan Posts: 721 iTrader: (0)	Shoot the z7x and then the rest. Compare them. The z's are super sweet but at the price you want to make sure it feels right. There are a lot of great bows out there! Just as important is where you buy it. You want someone VERY knowledgable who will help you make the decision AND outfit it right. Shop around. I prefer independent shops rather than big box. Get it soon-hunting season is right around the corner! I'm voting for Matthews!

August 11th, 2012, 12:32 PM	#15
thunderbird Member Join Date: 09-10-09 Location: concord Posts: 94 iTrader: (1)	Don't know i'm still shooting my Proline Point Blank it's only what 20 years old lol

August 11th, 2012, 01:18 PM	#17
zjguy721 Insomniac Join Date: 04-13-06 Location: Hartland/Milford, MI Posts: 1,109 iTrader: (2)	Just repeating what has been said, but you do need to go to an archery shop, with knowledgeable staff, and shoot them. I did that a couple years ago and got a Hoyt Katera and love it.

August 11th, 2012, 01:25 PM	#18
steveo In the band! Join Date: 03-30-07 Location: montana/wyoming Posts: 20,293 iTrader: (6)	Doe anyone have any experience with the carbon fiber hoyts?