Turkeygirl Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Ok, I've noticed in my researching of a new bow, that Hoyt and Reflex bows sure are similar at least appearance wise. Does anyone know how these bows shoot compared to each other? Are they being manufactured by the same company or are they just copying each other? I'm just wondering because I'm leaning towards a hoyt or Reflex bow and the Reflex Excursion I think will be cheaper than the Hoyt Selena or Rintec XL. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY911Bowhunter Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Same company - A Reflex is basically a bow that hasnt grown up to be a Hoyt yet! But really - same compnay - different branch. Kinda like Martin/Rytera........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt [ QUOTE ] But really - same compnay - different branch. Kinda like Martin/Rytera........... [/ QUOTE ] Yep,, and like PSE, Browning and AR.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZooBear Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Hoyt makes Reflex bows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoss Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt i shoot an excursion. got it 3 seasons ago and love it .not the fastest bow out there . when your on a budget raising kids you dont have alt of$ to spend on toys. i shoot a total arrow wt. of 386gr at 64lbs and 28in draw. i get 273 fps and 55 lbs k.e. and thats fastest enough for me. i walked out the door set up with nothing fancy.rest sites and d-loop for$407.00 good luck bow shoping but shoot then first if you can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted August 13, 2006 Report Share Posted August 13, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt I have a Reflex Buckskin, love it, Reflex makes a very high quality bow, Hoyt would not make that line if they were junk, it would reflect back on Hoyt, awesome bows and the whole Hoyt family would take care of you if you had problems, Hoyt, Reflex, Easton, Fuse..... You won't be disappointed in a Reflex!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted August 14, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Thanks for the replies! I'm hoping to get out this week and look at some bows; hopefulyl some one will have some Reflexes/Hoyt. I'm sure the Reflex Excursion shoots alot faster than my old Hoyt Mystic Rebel. i'm looking at it in the 40-50 pound range with a 25/26 inch draw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gobblergetter15 Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Its just like Chevorlet(reflex) and GMC(hoyt) not really much difference at all exept price tag and name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fishermanwhohunts Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt [ QUOTE ] Its just like Chevorlet(reflex) and GMC(hoyt) not really much difference at all exept price tag and name. [/ QUOTE ] Currently Chevy would be Hoyt and GMC would be Reflex because the models Reflex makes are bows that Hoyt no longer makes. Currently GMC's are relabeled Chevys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bowhunt4ever Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt i have a Hoyt Reflex and it works awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTBowMan Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt My first bow was a reflex, I liked it, and I got a couple of deer with it..I upgraded to a Bowtech though didn't want to spend that much until I knew I'd like it, well it didn't take long to find out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnatecsteve Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Im pretty sure that some of the Reflex bows are late model Hoyt's parts being used to create a Reflex. Several Reflex bows have the TEC risers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VtBowhunter Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt Reflex bows are the bows that carried the name Hoyt a few years ago.......Hoyt continued to make the bows and put Reflex on the nametag.....i.e. last year's Reflex Grizzly was the original Hoyt Magnatec with the Cam & 1/2 system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxStarr Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt I shoot a Reflex Excursion and I love it! I just started bowhunting last year and adore the looks and feel of a Hoyt but did not want to spend that much money on a first bow (in case it was not something I wanted to continue). I did not get a deer last year but did get two pigs with it and am optimistic about this year. With the rest, sight, quiver, etc., I walked out the door for about $400.00 and intend to use it for several years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bbarnett51 Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt I think for the average hunter, the reflex will serve you just as well as a Hoyt. In fact I think you would be better off getting a reflex and spending the extra cash on top of the line accessories...arrows, broadheads, release, sights, rests, limbsavers, etc... That stuff adds up fast. BUt you could have a pretty darn tricked out reflex with the money you save. But if you have a $1000 to spend on your setup, the Hoyts are pretty dang nice One of the greatest bowhunters of all time, Chuck Adams, uses reflex bows. He has arrowed more trophys than I can begin to dream of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt [ QUOTE ] I think for the average hunter, the reflex will serve you just as well as a Hoyt. In fact I think you would be better off getting a reflex and spending the extra cash on top of the line accessories...arrows, broadheads, release, sights, rests, limbsavers, etc... That stuff adds up fast. BUt you could have a pretty darn tricked out reflex with the money you save. But if you have a $1000 to spend on your setup, the Hoyts are pretty dang nice One of the greatest bowhunters of all time, Chuck Adams, uses reflex bows. He has arrowed more trophys than I can begin to dream of. [/ QUOTE ] The man speaks the truth, hate to see people save up for the bow but then have to skimp on the accessories for it. I guess I am just cheap because I can't see spending $700 or more for a bow, I can do it but just can't bring myself too. Here is my Reflex, I loaded it up with Fuse accessories which are pricey but nice, then again the bow was half of that of the higher end ones. Still shoots fast, quiet, and suits my needs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tyshe17 Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt I believe Hoyt's have a little different material used in the limbs and handle, the top hoyts also have a higher IBO, and a much better grip (if you like a small grip) IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest fishermanwhohunts Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 Re: Reflex vs. Hoyt [ QUOTE ] I think for the average hunter, the reflex will serve you just as well as a Hoyt. In fact I think you would be better off getting a reflex and spending the extra cash on top of the line accessories...arrows, broadheads, release, sights, rests, limbsavers, etc... That stuff adds up fast. BUt you could have a pretty darn tricked out reflex with the money you save. But if you have a $1000 to spend on your setup, the Hoyts are pretty dang nice One of the greatest bowhunters of all time, Chuck Adams, uses reflex bows. He has arrowed more trophys than I can begin to dream of. [/ QUOTE ] Chuck Adams uses Reflex because they make a finger shooting bow especially for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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