too_pointer Posted April 23, 2005 Report Share Posted April 23, 2005 I see all your pics of your new bows, and they all seems to have cutouts on the risers beside the split limbs. I take it is like this mainly for weight purposes ? Most of you know that since I had a shoulder replacement done a few years back that I'm unable to extend my arm out and hold hardly any weight, that is why I'm a x-bow dude now !! I now wonder just how light the new bows actually are. Any help appreciated too_pointer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainebuck Posted April 23, 2005 Report Share Posted April 23, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? well a few weeks ago I held and drew back a switchback. it made my Fred Bear TRX feel like a boat anchor when I picked it back up. I'm working on coming up with the money for a SB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Yep, they're pretty light Mike. I just picked up my old Golden Eagle from an old student, and compared to my Legacy, it's a boulder. I think my Legacy weighs like 3.5 lbs I think, but there are lighter ones out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimT Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? They are for sure... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Mike my Swithchback is light compared to the bows I have shot. Best money I have ever spent... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gobblergetter15 Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Yep, my browning is very light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Mike, my Alpine is super light and very easy to draw and hold.....Here are the specs for ya to gander at, and hope that you someday soon will be able to shoot compounds again....... Specifications: * Mass weight: 4.3 pounds * Axle to Axle: 34 inches * Brace Height 7.25" * Draw weights: 50, 60, 70 pounds * Draw lengths: Perimeter Weighted One-Cam 27", 28", 29", 30", 31" * Limbs: Bi-Flex composite limb, film dipped finish in Realtree Hardwoods Green HD * Cable Guard: Straight mounted carbon * Sight Window: 8.5" single plane window * Pocket: . Inter-Loc limb mounting system * Riser Colors: Realtree Hardwoods Green HD * Grip: Two Piece checkered, wood panel grip * Let-off: One Cam: 80% standard, optional 65% Twin Force Cam: 65% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? On some bows these days you cant even feel the weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanH Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? [ QUOTE ] Mike my Swithchback is light compared to the bows I have shot. Best money I have ever spent... [/ QUOTE ] I couldnt agree more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThethirdI Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? The only thing that I don't understand about the Switchback is why does it seem to be top heavy. It feels like to me that it is trying to flip out of my hand the whole time that I hold it at arms length. Just a weird observation. I like the bows but it just seemed strange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? [ QUOTE ] The only thing that I don't understand about the Switchback is why does it seem to be top heavy. It feels like to me that it is trying to flip out of my hand the whole time that I hold it at arms length. Just a weird observation. I like the bows but it just seemed strange. [/ QUOTE ] Is that with or without the stablizer ???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThethirdI Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Without a stabilizer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? You're right that is strange Mathews is one of the better balanced bows on the market..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? yes the new cut out risers are lighter . but the main reason Hoyt has the cut out risers is because of this.. it makes them strronger , more balanced and provides overall greater stability . the stiffness and rigidity of the TEC riser design eliminates excess vibration in the riser...though it is lightweight it is extremely strong... plus from a competitive stand point a heavier bow is easier to aim than a light bow.. a heavier bow will make you hold steadier in any conditions ... which in turn makes you make better shots... heres my 3D rig .. it weighs in at around 6 pounds.. my hunting bows in the past have weighed slightly more.. [image][/image] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedicast Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Mike; I'm shooting a Mathews Outback, with a Copper John sight, a Vital Bow Gear dropaway, a Doinker 4" Shorty Hunter, and an Alpine Soft-Lok quiver, sims limbsavers. I just put it on my postage scale, and it came in at 6 pounds even, complete, with an empty quiver. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
too_pointer Posted April 24, 2005 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? Thanks everyone for your replies I really appreciate it !! too_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VtBowhunter Posted April 24, 2005 Report Share Posted April 24, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? WOW, I held a switchback a couple weeks ago, an I thought it was heavy......very smooth shooter though. My Renegade TR-4 is wicked light, maybe that's why the SB seemed so heavy to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted April 26, 2005 Report Share Posted April 26, 2005 Re: Are the newer bows pretty light ?? yea its just my competition stabilizer.. im shooting in the Open class in 3D and i find it balances the bow better for me.. plus i also shoot Freestyle for indoor competition and i use the same size stabilizer .. but for hunting i go to a 12 inch Bomar .. and its heavy as heck.. but it sure makes the bow feel good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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