New Bow Help

[Big_man_huntin]

I finally have the funds to upgrade bows but I have no clue what to get. I really am looking at the Diamond Iceman FLX. i have not had a chance to shoot it yet. If anyone has what do you think of it?

Thanks for all your help!

[Jeramie]

Its easy to like a specific brand or model. The reality is beyond all of the like factors the bow really needs to fit you. Just a small difference can greatly change the way you shoot. Before you decide to really chance one brand to shoot 10 different bows and keep notes. Go back and shoot the top 4 again and then decide.

Now days almost all bows hold a 300fps + speed and have plenty of umpf to kill. Because they are all effective it comes down to the fit and comfort. That is foremost when buying any new bow. Also, be sure not to get too much draw weight. A lot of people think they need 70lbs. However, many states have a minimum weight of 40lbs for a reason. It doesn’t take as much as you can possibly pull to be effective. Stand with your back against the wall (Flat) and pull back the bow. If you can pull it back comfortably several times you’re not too heavy. If you have to struggle and aim the bow up, lock your elbow and push the riser away from you with back muscles, or if you have to really stretch and strain you’re probably picking too much draw weight.

[wyohunter]

or sit down and try to pull the bow back...like in a hunting situation, if you struggle its too much, but remember that most bows are adjustable, mine was turned fully up when i got it, i turned it down till i could pull it back with ease in the sitting position....60 pounds is enough for me.

[dbHunterNY]

there's a ton of good new bows and leftovers out there. if you're buying new try all you can from a local shop/dealer that you feel comfortable with. most shops i know carry multiple brands. think about what things you like about a bow that would help or hinder you while hunting with it, not just how it shoots while standing there at a shop. i shot multiple new bows from each of several different brands before i bought my new one.

[RangerClay]

Its easy to like a specific brand or model. The reality is beyond all of the like factors the bow really needs to fit you. Just a small difference can greatly change the way you shoot. Before you decide to really chance one brand to shoot 10 different bows and keep notes. Go back and shoot the top 4 again and then decide.

Now days almost all bows hold a 300fps + speed and have plenty of umpf to kill. Because they are all effective it comes down to the fit and comfort. That is foremost when buying any new bow. Also, be sure not to get too much draw weight. A lot of people think they need 70lbs. However, many states have a minimum weight of 40lbs for a reason. It doesn’t take as much as you can possibly pull to be effective. Stand with your back against the wall (Flat) and pull back the bow. If you can pull it back comfortably several times you’re not too heavy. If you have to struggle and aim the bow up, lock your elbow and push the riser away from you with back muscles, or if you have to really stretch and strain you’re probably picking too much draw weight.

Some great advise right there!:yes:

I have shot the Iceman FLX. It made my top 5 when I was shopping for a new bow. The Iceman has a very solid back wall that impressed me. However while doing some research on Archery Talk I found a bunch of threads about questionable service from Bowtech/Diamond. It was enough to sway my decision. I'm a Hoyt man now.

[jcot2773]

Iceman is a solid bow. I wouldn't hesitate to own one. Go shoot a bunch of them that are in your price range then decide from there. Just remember shoot as many as possible until you find "the one."