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Title: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: jasone on May 16, 2017, 03:54:46 PM
Hey all Iam new to archery never even shot one yet. I found a Mathews XL that I am interested in for a good price. My question is this a good bow for a starter unit
thanks in advance
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: Redbeard on May 17, 2017, 03:37:41 PM
I'm thinking that's an old bow.

I would let a shop look at it first before you hand over any cash. Also make sure the draw length IS correct. If not  you wont shoot it well.
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: JBar on May 17, 2017, 04:07:47 PM
This could be a Q2XL which is at least 13 years old or maybe an LX which is 9-10 years old. Like already said make sure the draw length is correct for you or you may have to find a new cam. If its a Q2XL there were 2 models, one was up to a 30" draw ( I think ) and the other 30.5 - 31.5. If its the latter a new cam, string and cable could be required to change draw lengths. May be better off finding a newer bow  :twocents:
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: jasone on May 17, 2017, 05:58:10 PM
Draw length is set up at 28" . He said it can be set to 28.5" guess I should ask how old it is
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: JBar on May 17, 2017, 06:33:51 PM
Fit is more important than age, only problem with age is finding the parts to make it fit. Either one of those bows for the right price will be fine.
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: demontang on May 18, 2017, 09:03:08 AM
Think you could find a newer bow to start with. Find someone to help you that knows archery, I'd offer but think I'm to far away. Go to a shop and find out what your draw length is. Shoot some bows and see what draw weight is comfortable :twocents:
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: jasone on May 18, 2017, 01:52:54 PM
Think you could find a newer bow to start with. Find someone to help you that knows archery, I'd offer but think I'm to far away. Go to a shop and find out what your draw length is. Shoot some bows and see what draw weight is comfortable :twocents:

That is what I am going to do . I told the gentleman I would pass for now until I know what I want. Something newer sound good. I am going to get in touch with a local shop and go from there. I need to get moving though. Hunting season will be here before you know it.
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: demontang on May 18, 2017, 02:16:48 PM
Best of luck and with a good bow in hand you'll be ready in no time :tup:
Title: Re: Mathews XL looking for advice
Post by: jasone on June 07, 2017, 10:16:09 AM
I ended up buying a New Hoyt maxpro. Thanks to all who offered advice. I am having a blast shooting it so far
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