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Offline BigredRusch

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Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« on: November 29, 2022, 08:01:10 AM »
Hey everyone, I am looking into good compound bow options for a 31” draw length. Any input or brands/models would be appreciated. It’s hard to cover the entire industry by myself. Thanks In advance.


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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #1 on: November 29, 2022, 08:05:50 AM »
I had a PSE that worked great.  I shot it with an overdraw so my arrows fit nicely.   No idea about the modern market

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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #2 on: November 29, 2022, 08:47:36 AM »
Not sure what you’re looking for brand wise but I think the new Hoyt Highline and Bowtech Revolt XL look pretty nice as a hunting bow. Lots of companies go right to 31”, depends if you wanna have more adjustability you may want to look at a 3D set up. Here’s a good link with lots of brands and specs. Have fun, new bows are awesome.

https://www.aimcampexplore.com/long-draw-length-compound-bow-models/

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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #3 on: November 29, 2022, 09:50:18 AM »
I would look at any bow with a 33" ATA or more so that the string angle isnt so extreme. I think most modern bows are pretty good. If theres any features you want specifically make sure to look for bows that have that (Integrated accesories, limb stops, ability to change weight/draw length, etc). I shoot a 26.5" draw length and i have a Mathews v3 27 and its a little small but not too bad on the string angle. Best to go to a shop and shoot a few and see what you like then either buy it there or buy online.

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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #4 on: November 29, 2022, 01:28:07 PM »
Agreed with Longfield1, I was going to say 33+ only because along with string angle, I don't know of many sub-33 bows that get out to 31".  The longer brace and longer ATA the better angle and forgiving the bow will be but as you get longer, the harder it is to pack around off trail and shoot in high winds.  Most cams now are so big, the 33" are actually closer to a 36" ATA, even a little more.

You're in luck that there are a lot of options at 31".  If you were 32"+, it's a major PITA.

I have my own "pro shop" and have shot and tuned all the major players flagships that I buy used and resell later. or keep that got to 32" draw length.  I would happily recommend any major manufacturer.  Mathews, Hoyt, Bowtech, Prime, PSE.  You should try to get to a shop to shoot a bunch and see what feels best for you, balance, feel, hand shock, string angle, etc.
For me, I've settled on Mathews as my main and backup bows (Traverse and Atlas).  I also have a Prime CT9 I play around with for target and a Bowtech bt mag x that I was going to sell, but let my brother in law borrow it, he slid down a bank with it, so needless to say, I wont sell it now, but he still shoots it.  He also dry fired it with no issues.  I've gone through 1 set of limbs through warranty on them (A known ding against Bowtech).  Warranty work was great though.  They are extremely tuneable without a press, probably I'd say the most tuneable for the average archer. 

I loved Hoyt but couldn't get past the grip.  Probably my best shooter and easiest to tune for me.  Bowtech had a similar grip for me.

I liked prime enough to keep one (they are super cheap new online for past model), but the double rail cam is noticeably louder and harder to get a good tune and have it stick.

PSE was early in my quest, to me seemed a level below Hoyt and Mathews build wise, but I know a lot has been going on that is great at PSE now.

Mathews grips are very repeatable for me, they are the deadest and most quiet, though I've had issues with their claimed IBO's not panning out, but that's about it.  They are a little more expensive to tune properly since you have to buy top hats and/or cams for draw length and poundage (switchweights now), but they also hold it dead nuts longer than split buss yoke systems.

Everyone's answer would be different to the bows above, so it's up to you to figure that out. 

Don't overlook the used market for a prior year(s) bow.  You can get them for $800 to $500 and sell them a year later for close to the same if it's popular and you can get that sweet spot of finding the right seller and timing.  The used bow market has high turnover and depreciates like a car in the first year or 2. If you have access to a good pro shop or have a press and can tune them yourself, I'd definitely recommend buying used.  Starting now till early next year is a good time as the new bows come in and people are looking to off load those terrible last year's models! ha

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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #5 on: November 29, 2022, 02:18:02 PM »
Prime Revex 6, an Elite Verdict or Remedy and the Hoyt Highline would be great choices for your draw length.
« Last Edit: November 29, 2022, 02:23:55 PM by hughjorgan »

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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #6 on: November 29, 2022, 02:30:46 PM »
While I was shopping I shot the highline. For a guy stuck on limited bow selection for longer draws I would say it was a solid choice.
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Re: Good Options for 31+” Draw Length
« Reply #7 on: December 06, 2022, 07:46:13 AM »
I agree with Olthunter all the major players are turning out good stuff and offer big boy bows. I have fitted alot of folks and nearly all who shoot the Atlas love it. The string angle is wicked good, it tunes easily, and is very forgiving with the extra BH. At 31 DL you will gain speed pushing the edge on alot of flagships, but some of bows built for longer draw length will have more forgiving specs.

 


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