Author Topic: new bow, out the door for $500 , suggestions? (Read 7718 times)

jnevs23 · « **on:** January 08, 2011, 11:55:38 PM »

There are a couple similar threads on here sorry to flood the board. . My parker is coming up on seven years old now and is about due for a new string. I just went to cabelas and the new bows look so cool that i think Im going to buy one. I need to be out the door at $500, not counting arrows but it would be nice if I could wrap that in too. I dont need spec's or anything just wondering if there are any models to steer clear of or any in that price range that have good reputations? Just starting my search so any insight would help. Thanks Jason

Button Nubbs · « **Reply #1 on:** January 09, 2011, 09:22:59 AM »

I think one of the new bowtechs is around that price. I think the hoyt rampage is too. Then there's the mission line. Plenty of options

mmullins · « **Reply #2 on:** January 09, 2011, 06:18:12 PM »

I would suggest going to a pro shop and seeing if they have any 2009 or 2010 bows they are trying to liquidate. The reason i suggest going to a pro shop they will set the bow up "PROPERLY". I have seen way to many people going to cabelas or whole sale sports and the draw lengths are to long, bows way out of tune, and i couldn't believe it but i saw cabelas sell a bow that had a broken limb. Unless you have a press at home and fully capible of tuning your bows you will save yourself a trip and money if you just start out at the pro shop. There is also great deals in the classifieds on www.archerytalk.com/vb

BushMonster · « **Reply #3 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:34:10 PM »

Agree with the previous post regarding looking at 09 or 2010 models. The new 2011 stuff is coming out and shops will be trying to liquidate old stock. Last year I picked up a 2010 Quest Hammer by G5 for approx $500. It included a winners choice string, sight, whisker biscuit, G5 metapeep, and quiver. So not bad given the whole package. Its been a great bow. I would stay away from some of the low end PSE and Bear, just my

. When I tried those vs the G5, there was no comparison.

jackelope · « **Reply #4 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:47:00 PM »

With all the new stuff getting announced right now(ATA SHow) you'll see tons of slightly used stuff up for sale dirt cheap because everybody's gonna want the newest latest greatest stuff. I'd look for used if you need to be on a tight budget. I think Lowedog has a very slightly used bow in the classifieds for about that money.

carpsniperg2 · « **Reply #5 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:57:56 PM »

Lots of good, new old stock out there. Shop around look at the 09-10 bows. You should do pretty good for around 500.00

jnevs23 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 11, 2011, 09:10:53 PM »

Thanks for the insight. I have seen a couple good deals on eBay. I have bought tons of fishing stuff off there but I'm weary about spending that much on eBay. A couple were archery shops so that seems more legit. I have to wait until I get my tax return before I can buy so hopefully they will still be closing out last years models

HornHoarder · « **Reply #7 on:** January 11, 2011, 09:32:05 PM »

I would recommend looking at Martin bows. I shoot a Martin Jaguar and love it. Its only $300 new for a bare bow. Should be able to get all set up well within your price range. Plus support our local economy, there made in Washington.

NWWABOWHNTR · « **Reply #8 on:** January 11, 2011, 10:22:23 PM »

Bowtech Assasin... probably the best package deal out there in that price range.

BLKBEARKLR · « **Reply #9 on:** January 11, 2011, 10:40:46 PM »

PM LittleJohn, he works at an archery shop and can get you set up

Joe

bak2huntn · « **Reply #10 on:** January 11, 2011, 10:56:14 PM »

Jnevs I am in the same boat as you I had my PSE stolen in Tacoma sounds like a good thing loud as heck!but i just want an affordable bow ! Hell I just like to shoot on my days off but affordable is out of my range !Any one have an extra for $200.00 Man I just want to shoot ?

LongRange300RUM · « **Reply #11 on:** January 11, 2011, 11:10:58 PM »

ChecK out huntersfriend.com there prices cant be beat for complete bow packages including arrows case feild points broadheads ect everything you need to shoot. they set it up to your specifics like draw weight and length comes to the door ready to shoot no set up fee tax or shipping. just bought a diamond stud off there for 650 to the door ready to hunt shoots like a dream.

OSCAR1987 · « **Reply #12 on:** January 11, 2011, 11:20:52 PM »

Quote from: LongRange300RUM on January 11, 2011, 11:10:58 PM

ChecK out huntersfriend.com there prices cant be beat for complete bow packages including arrows case feild points broadheads ect everything you need to shoot. they set it up to your specifics like draw weight and length comes to the door ready to shoot no set up fee tax or shipping. just bought a diamond stud off there for 650 to the door ready to hunt shoots like a dream.

My Martin was from there. I am very happy with it, but I had to upgrade to a drop away rest

k_rex · « **Reply #13 on:** January 12, 2011, 12:01:11 PM »

Look into the Martin Pantera. I have shot them and been very happy with the results.

The other shooters that have given feedback on them have been equally impressed for the cost.

yajsab · « **Reply #14 on:** January 12, 2011, 03:11:03 PM »

Not sure about the Big C but Wholesale Sports in Fed Way is pretty good.

Depends on where you're at, I saw 2 brand new Equalizer in Sportco for $399 I think. If the spec of this bow fit your need, give it a try in the shop.

colockumelk · « **Reply #15 on:** January 12, 2011, 07:59:47 PM »

I would try Ebay or like others said some of the other websites. www.mountain-archery.com is a pretty good website as well.

Here is a 2009 Diamond Iceman. Their flagship bow that year. It's listed brand new at $459 bare bow. Itll be tough to find a flagship bow brand new for cheaper than that. It won the Editors Choice Award in 2009 from Outdoor LIfe Magazine. Here's the link. Scroll down to see the review.

http://www.mountain-archery.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=3227

lokidog · « **Reply #16 on:** January 13, 2011, 09:14:18 PM »

Quote from: NWWABOWHNTR on January 11, 2011, 10:22:23 PM

Bowtech Assasin... probably the best package deal out there in that price range.

I looked on there at that, nice looking bow! I am going to have to shoot one of those.

NWWABOWHNTR · « **Reply #17 on:** January 13, 2011, 09:19:30 PM »

Roger has them up at Wilderness Archery, stop in and try it. 333 FPS, all set up for under $600....

lokidog · « **Reply #18 on:** January 13, 2011, 09:23:48 PM »

My birthday's next month

, maybe I'll try stopping by there on Saturday. There was another one there I wanted to check out as well biut can't remember the name of it right now.

lokidog · « **Reply #19 on:** January 14, 2011, 10:22:04 PM »

Just posted prices on some Martins I saw in the Bargain Cave at Lacey Cabelas in the archery section. All under $300.

wormfood · « **Reply #20 on:** January 14, 2011, 11:29:42 PM »

If you have been shooting archery for a while and it sounds like you have I have to say I think you are looking at things the wrong way. You have been shooting and you know what you like and dont like about your bow and it time in your mind to move on. You should go out and shoot every bow possible either at pro shops or at a local range and find a bow that makes you happy, one that feels good to you. Then search for a good deal on that bow, or save until you can buy a bow like it. Dont settle for a smoking deal unless you know nothing else feels good in your hand. SPEND YOUR MONEY ON A BOW THAT MAKES YOU HAPPY AND FEEL GOOD! Dont settle for one you are not happy with just because it was a cheap deal.

grundy53 · « **Reply #21 on:** January 15, 2011, 06:47:37 AM »

I'm going to be getting a new bow pretty soon also. I want to go with Martin. I like that they are made in Washington.

Everett · « **Reply #22 on:** January 15, 2011, 04:32:24 PM »

I would suggest the Hoyt Maxxis. I picked mine up for around that price and it was ready to hunt. I just took it into the shop to have it checked out since I bought it off of e-bay.

jnevs23 · « **Reply #23 on:** January 17, 2011, 10:05:54 PM »

Thanks for all the input. I'm definetly planning on shooting what I can get my hands on. I didn't really think about it but I have a new whisker bisquit and new sight on my current bow. I could always buy a bare bow and throw those on too.

NWWABOWHNTR · « **Reply #24 on:** January 19, 2011, 07:50:24 AM »

I know where you can get a Maitland Retribution for $350 barebow....

Big P · « **Reply #25 on:** January 28, 2011, 08:18:37 PM »

The bowTech assassin is advertised at $649 completely accessorized

. That is a great deal! I haven't shot one yet but you should check it out.

Lowedog · « **Reply #26 on:** January 28, 2011, 08:21:21 PM »

Quote from: NWWABOWHNTR on January 19, 2011, 07:50:24 AM

I know where you can get a Maitland Retribution for $350 barebow....

That is a killer deal!!! I just sold mine for $500 bare bow.

foambeetle · « **Reply #27 on:** January 28, 2011, 10:32:04 PM »

came across some posts on another bowhunting site the other day and a few folks were really raving about their 2011 PSE Brute, saying it was great buy at $400 . . . I know nothing about it, other than I remembered reading it and thought I'd pass it along

dadada · « **Reply #28 on:** January 31, 2011, 10:27:22 AM »

check out hunters friend http://www.huntersfriend.com/

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