Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 19, 2010 Super User Posted January 19, 2010 I'm looking at getting a bow this year. Primarily for pig. What would you guys recommend? I'm looking for a high end setup. Thanks guys. Quote
Super User fourbizz Posted January 19, 2010 Super User Posted January 19, 2010 My buddy just got this bow: http://www.hoyt.com/compound_bows/hoyt_carbon_matrix_compound_bow.php It is a beast, it is also so expensive that only you and young jackasses with no sense (like me ) would have one, lol. Quote
Boett43 Posted January 19, 2010 Posted January 19, 2010 I got a Hoyt Alphamax 32, i love it nice and short with ibo- speeds over 300. And they will be last years model now so you might be able to get one for a bargin. i paid 700$ for mine last year Quote
Sfritr Posted January 19, 2010 Posted January 19, 2010 HOYT, Durable, fast, light. For bow hunting it is really a question of how much can you afford. Bows themselves aren't too expensive, its all the extras that add up. rests, releases, pins, arrows, broadheads, etc. Not to mention personal preference. Good luck Quote
Super User SPEEDBEAD. Posted January 19, 2010 Super User Posted January 19, 2010 Just a thought, Robert, but have you considered a crossbow? (If they are legal in CA) Quote
Super User burleytog Posted January 19, 2010 Super User Posted January 19, 2010 http://mathewsinc.com/ Quote
Copen1822 Posted January 19, 2010 Posted January 19, 2010 Hoyt. If you want the best. The Carbon Matrix is a Bad@ss rig and sure to strike fear into any pig you come across. Mathews if you want everyone to think your special and a master bowhunter. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 19, 2010 Author Super User Posted January 19, 2010 Imnot sure if crossbows are legal here Speedbead. That Hoyt bow looks intense! The Mathews are nice as well....I figured a full setup would run me less than $2k. Now I have to find a place that carries them to see how they fit. Thanks guys. Quote
Siebert Outdoors Posted January 19, 2010 Posted January 19, 2010 Go with a hoyt and dont look back. Right now I have a Bowtech Allegence. Really nice bow but the new Hoyt Maxxus whips them all. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 19, 2010 Author Super User Posted January 19, 2010 Ok guys, Hoyt Carbon Matrix it is. Now besides the bow, what else do I need? Where can I get the best price? Quote
Super User skunked_again Posted January 19, 2010 Super User Posted January 19, 2010 HOYT, Durable, fast, light. For bow hunting it is really a question of how much can you afford. Bows themselves aren't too expensive, its all the extras that add up. rests, releases, pins, arrows, broadheads, etc. Not to mention personal preference. Good luck a big X2 wait till you start shopping for a release........lol Quote
frogtog Posted January 19, 2010 Posted January 19, 2010 There is only one way to bow hunt and that is with a long bow. Can have one special built for you. It will make a man out of you for sure. After I got a little older I had to let mine go, but I sure enjoyed hunting with it. I now have a Mathews and a Hoyt. Still haven't figured out how the American Indian shot the long bow off horse back. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 20, 2010 Author Super User Posted January 20, 2010 Hoyt Maxxis looks really nice as well. Decisions... Quote
Super User South FLA Posted January 20, 2010 Super User Posted January 20, 2010 Brother shoots a Matthews not sure what model, I use to shoot a Hoyt and just saw the Carbon Matrix......WOW, WOW, WOW! May get one too...... Quote
KYbass1276 Posted January 20, 2010 Posted January 20, 2010 I won't go into the brand wars if you continue to do some research you will see alot of people who are brand loyal. I am myself but with that said my best advice and from what I can see here is you have chosen a bow from what everyone here has suggested to you. I'm not saying that is the wrong bow for you. It has been my expericance that you don't find the bow it finds you. What I mean is you really need to get out to some pro shops and shoot as many different bows by different manufactuers and get a feel of what your looking for. I have a high end bow myself and I have spent alot of money outfitting it with the best accesories that I feel are right for me. I spend alot of time out shooting and practicing and hunting with it. It's a enjoyable experiance. Do some research on dealers and pro shops go visit them ask questions and shoot them all. Bows are like fishing reels everyone has there favorite ones. I will not push you toward a specific brand but I will help you in anyway way if you need any help. You are getting into something that is fun and addicting and also expensive once you have the habit. Be sure you really take your time and don't just drop money down on the first thing you see. Im not trying to sound like a smart elic by saying anything above or sound like a know it all but I think you will apprecieate my advice later down the road as you become more involved in the sport. Quote
shootermcbob Posted January 20, 2010 Posted January 20, 2010 I won't go into the brand wars if you continue to do some research you will see alot of people who are brand loyal. I am myself but with that said my best advice and from what I can see here is you have chosen a bow from what everyone here has suggested to you. I'm not saying that is the wrong bow for you. It has been my expericance that you don't find the bow it finds you. What I mean is you really need to get out to some pro shops and shoot as many different bows by different manufactuers and get a feel of what your looking for. I have a high end bow myself and I have spent alot of money outfitting it with the best accesories that I feel are right for me. I spend alot of time out shooting and practicing and hunting with it. It's a enjoyable experiance. Do some research on dealers and pro shops go visit them ask questions and shoot them all. Bows are like fishing reels everyone has there favorite ones. I will not push you toward a specific brand but I will help you in anyway way if you need any help. You are getting into something that is fun and addicting and also expensive once you have the habit. Be sure you really take your time and don't just drop money down on the first thing you see. Im not trying to sound like a smart elic by saying anything above or sound like a know it all but I think you will apprecieate my advice later down the road as you become more involved in the sport. Outstanding advice. Shoot as many as you can, one above all others will stand out as most comfortable for you. Which brand is it, ONLY you will be able to answer that. Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted January 20, 2010 Author Super User Posted January 20, 2010 I really appreciate all the advice guys. I've made a cuple trips to the local pro shop that carries all the hot brands, accessories, and has an indoor range. The guy is honest and definitely not trying to upsell me, and like you all are saying, he also is having me try a few different bows at a time to see what fits. Quote
Siebert Outdoors Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 when you buy a release buy a Scott adjustable one. Nuff said. Quote
KYbass1276 Posted January 21, 2010 Posted January 21, 2010 when you buy a release buy a Scott adjustable one. Nuff said. Scott is top notch my advice is try several kinds and brands. Archery has so many different variables it can get confusing really fast. If you are going to be serious about the hunting side of things my advice is to buy two of the same kind. One for practice, one for hunting Quote
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