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Bow Hunting Help
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:16 pm
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:16 pm
Duck hunter that is looking to do a little bow hunting next season. I plan on shooting a few bows before making the purchase but any brands I should stay away from? I have a buddy who swears by Matthews but I know they're expensive as frick.
I've deer hunted with a gun plenty times but anything else I need to know specifically about bow hunitng? Types of arrows, broadheads, etc.
I've deer hunted with a gun plenty times but anything else I need to know specifically about bow hunitng? Types of arrows, broadheads, etc.
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Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:23 pm to treble hook
quote:People love to say that. They love to say stuff about ads too. The truth is, they are no more expensive than the other top brands. More expensive than Bear? Sure.
Mathews but I know they're expensive as frick.
I've owned the same LX for a long time. I keep trying to replace it, but cannot ever find a good reason to. It's just that good. My advice would be to find a used Mathews from Switchback forward. They last forever.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:23 pm to treble hook
Don't be afraid to buy a good used bow... 1 to 2 yrs old.
depends on your budget but bass pro / cabelas / academy have decent packaged bows pretty much ready to go for 399-599. But really the sky is the limit if you want a new higher end bow. Mathews and Hoyts can run 800-1200.00 just for the bow no accesories.
I wouldn't go and spend a ton of money up front. buy a decent new/used bow add the basics to start. Redhead Brand Carbon arrows are a good place to start for arrows.
Buy a good release and good target and start shooting. it won't take you long to see what equipment you like and what you want to upgrade and spend more money on.
Practice ...Practice...Practice...you will either love it or not...and if you love it get ready to spend some money.
depends on your budget but bass pro / cabelas / academy have decent packaged bows pretty much ready to go for 399-599. But really the sky is the limit if you want a new higher end bow. Mathews and Hoyts can run 800-1200.00 just for the bow no accesories.
I wouldn't go and spend a ton of money up front. buy a decent new/used bow add the basics to start. Redhead Brand Carbon arrows are a good place to start for arrows.
Buy a good release and good target and start shooting. it won't take you long to see what equipment you like and what you want to upgrade and spend more money on.
Practice ...Practice...Practice...you will either love it or not...and if you love it get ready to spend some money.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:28 pm to treble hook
Any newer bow will do the trick, just get one that fits YOU.. I shoot a PSE bruin thats probably 6 years old. Only lost one deer in 4 seasons.
As far as broadheads go Slick trick is my favorite. A lot of people will say rage but I never trusted them.. First time I shot one it curved like a Clayton Kershaw slider.. Never shot one again after that. Must have opened mid flight which i know NEVER happens i could have been the 1 in a million but i wont go back to them.
ETA: to add on what they are saying.. PRACTICE more than you ever think you should..
As far as broadheads go Slick trick is my favorite. A lot of people will say rage but I never trusted them.. First time I shot one it curved like a Clayton Kershaw slider.. Never shot one again after that. Must have opened mid flight which i know NEVER happens i could have been the 1 in a million but i wont go back to them.
ETA: to add on what they are saying.. PRACTICE more than you ever think you should..
This post was edited on 2/12/13 at 2:30 pm
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:31 pm to treble hook
I just bought a PSE Brute X. Its a pretty damned good bow for the money. $399 for the bare bow. You'll easily spend another $400 on it to outfit it.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:35 pm to AlxTgr
quote:
People love to say that. They love to say stuff about ads too. The truth is, they are no more expensive than the other top brands.
I totally agree. I shoot a bowtech which is expensive also. However, look at the top quality bows and they are all about the same price.
to the OP.. what is the $$$ range you are looking for?
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:41 pm to AlxTgr
damn it I hate when we agree on something 
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:50 pm to BarDTiger81
I am getting me a new bow soon myself, gave the bowtech to oldest boy of mine. I hope this thread has some good ideas since i am back on the market.
Right now I am looking at a used Reflex or a damn crossbow.
Right now I am looking at a used Reflex or a damn crossbow.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:52 pm to MsandLa
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what is the $$$ range you are looking for?
I would prefer to not spend more than $500 on the bow. Having said that, if a $1000 bow is significantly better than a $500 bow then I'll strongly consider spending the $800 or $1000.
I'm a complete noob when it come to bows. What makes a $1000 bow better than a $500 bow if both shoot roughly the same speed. Is it the materials used to bake the bow? Better accuracy?
I guess the bigger question is would it be worth it to cut my teeth on a $500 bow or should I go ahead and get a more expensive one?
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:58 pm to treble hook
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Mathews
I shoot a MQ1 that I bought in 1998. Still a great bow. Mathews has replaced the limbs 2x for free, as I am the original owner. There are also numbers of Mathews bow owners who reflexibvely purchase the newest model every year or every few years, so you can find some nice used bows at great discounts, you just do not get the lifetime warranty.
carbon arrows are a no brainer, and you have to decide whether you like fixed or expandable broadheads' release type, sights, stabilizers, quivers, etc. Experiment until you learn what works best for you.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 2:59 pm to treble hook
with top quality equipment you get top quality results faster and easier...and the results are alot easier to duplicate. Mathews / Hoyts / Bowtechs are very smooth and very forgiving bows.
A mathews with a nice site / a good release and good arrows, even being a noob you will be touching arrows at 20yrds before you leave the shop...
A mathews with a nice site / a good release and good arrows, even being a noob you will be touching arrows at 20yrds before you leave the shop...
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:01 pm to Mung
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fixed or expandable broadheads
What are the pros and cons of each? Any one more popular than the other?
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:03 pm to treble hook
quote:
treble hook
I can only speak for what I would do.
Starting off I would go to Bass Pro and shoot all different types on their indoor range and see what you like. Everyone thinks the brand they shoot is the best.
For a brand new shooter I would not spend the money on a high dollar bow just yet. Look at the Parker, Bear, Diamond (
) and even redhead bow packages. All will harvest a deer. Now if you are into names and showing off your rig.. look at Mathews, Hoyt, and Bowtech. Awesome bows but kill a deer just as dead as a lower price bow if shot placement is right.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:05 pm to TexasTiger
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very forgiving bows.
not all the time. look at the brace height of the bows. higher brace height I find is the most forgiving.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:08 pm to treble hook
I like expandables b/c the fly like a field point, so I can just practice with my field points and not worry about planing or getting a separate target to practice with broadheads. Some have a concern they they will fail or not create the same wound pattern that a fixed blade will do, but I have never experienced either.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:08 pm to treble hook
quote:
What are the pros and cons of each?
That is a serious debate that will start on here come about August.. just watch.
I have used both and harvested with both. With that said i am a fan of expandable broadheads.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:11 pm to Mung
quote:
Mung
quote:
I like expandables b/c the fly like a field point, so I can just practice with my field points and not worry about planing
The best wound i have seen came from a Muzzy broadhead. Awesome broadheads but i hate "tuning" them in when a field tip can work for almost any expandable.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:12 pm to Mung
quote:
I like expandables b/c the fly like a field point, so I can just practice with my field points and not worry about planing or getting a separate target to practice with broadheads
When the season gets close do you have to re-sight the bow with mechanical broadheads or will they shoot just like the field points accuracy wise?
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:13 pm to MsandLa
oh i have no doubt you could kill an elephant with a muzzy and the right bow. Field points are just easier for me to use.
Posted on 2/12/13 at 3:14 pm to BarDTiger81
quote:That's a lot of hate. You and I agree on everything except chick tats.
damn it I hate when we agree on something
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