Post by: Utah on April 12, 2020, 03:32:50 PM
Thanks for any help
Post by: jrebel on April 12, 2020, 03:40:02 PM
What kind of budget are you working with, that may help people with suggestions.
Post by: Utah on April 12, 2020, 04:14:32 PM
Post by: jrebel on April 12, 2020, 04:18:17 PM
All said and done $800 or less
You can get a smok'n package for $800. I would personally look for a used hoyt or mathews. But really anything will work. I will see what is on the market an update with suggestions.
Post by: Utah on April 12, 2020, 04:27:18 PM
Post by: jrebel on April 12, 2020, 04:31:10 PM
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/spo/d/bothell-hoyt-faktor-30-compound-bow/7093180116.html
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/spo/d/bothell-hoyt-nitrum-30-compound-bow/7096873258.html
Just a few used one in a quick 5 minute search. You should figure out what your draw length is and poundage you want to pull. I would say 60-70 lbs is great plenty....you could go as low as 50 lbs and still kill effectively though I prefer more.
If you want to go new, look at PSE, Bear, Diamond (bowtech), etc. I have been a diehard mathews fan for the last 10 years but also like the way hoyts shoot.
Post by: HAGEMANIAC on April 12, 2020, 04:34:04 PM
Post by: KFhunter on April 12, 2020, 06:36:37 PM
Find you draw length and score a great package deal, especially this year!
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Post by: Milkman on April 12, 2020, 06:42:01 PM
600$
https://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/spo/d/federal-way-prime-ion-g5-bow/7105184908.html
Post by: D-Rock425 on April 12, 2020, 07:24:45 PM
Post by: zwickeyman on April 12, 2020, 07:30:35 PM
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on April 12, 2020, 08:02:56 PM
My 2 :twocents:
If looking used become well educated on what to look for, or get input from someone who is. Make sure the cams match the data for that bow and check strings/cables for wear and if they need replaced that should factor into bow cost. Make sure the bow fits YOU and if not, what it needs to adjust the draw length. All bows are adjustable, but some are simple mod adjustment, some need different mods, and some require cam swaps. Depending on what option it needs will help you decide if it will work for you and your budget. Beware of carbon bows.
If going new. Packages are usually a good way to get going, and often a good value, I prefer whisker biscuits on budget setups as the simplicity is what saves money, not cutting corners like some cheaper drop away, but its not a deal breaker. I don't know if your budget includes arrows and release. If not you will need to plan for those as well. DO NOT skimp on the release. Get a fully adjustable and well built release, if at all possible. The release will likely be the only item that will follow you from bow to bow consistently and will maximize your shooting ability.
Post by: actionshooter on April 12, 2020, 08:45:11 PM
Post by: elkrack on April 12, 2020, 08:51:13 PM
Post by: steeleywhopper on April 12, 2020, 09:40:48 PM
I’ve got a xpedition perfection that is ready to hunt with. $500
Great bows!
Post by: ridgefire on April 12, 2020, 10:05:14 PM
Post by: elkrack on April 13, 2020, 11:22:26 AM
I’ve got a xpedition perfection that is ready to hunt with. $500
Great bows!
They are great bows just not quite as great as my RX3 turbo!
Post by: highside74 on April 13, 2020, 11:52:09 AM
Post by: andersonjk4 on April 13, 2020, 12:52:05 PM
Post by: Tbob on April 25, 2020, 09:02:34 PM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on April 25, 2020, 09:51:55 PM
I picked up a 3 year old Bowtech Prodigy fully loaded with decent furniture for $600 on eBay two years ago. It’s still shooting like a dream. Brand new that all cost someone $1500 minimum.
Post by: Archry on April 25, 2020, 10:28:57 PM