Guest thunderhead Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 hello and good hunting to all! my OLD bow is unrepairable so i`ve narrowed my search to the following bows and would like some input from all with a educated opinion on these. my price range is about $500 to $600. #1 - Bowtech Patriot 2 from Sportsmans Warehouse. No price yet. #2 - Fred Bear SQ32 (Kit). $599 #3 - Red Head XP35 (Kit). $550 #4 - Reflex Super Slam ZR1000. Bare bow. $500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterfisherman Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I'm a big fan of that Fred Bear bow and I've heard it's the best bow out there for the money. I have a reflex and I like it just fine. Could be a little quiter but that's about it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BJDeerHunter Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I use a Hoyt and I have really liked it the past two years I have used it. It also was not terribly expensive, cost me $500+ including everything (arrows, arrow rest, sites, etc.) However, my Uncle uses a Fred Bear and he loves it. I have also heard that Fred Bear is a very good brand of bow and I would look at either a Fred Bear or Hoyt if I was looking for a new bow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest thunderhead Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I`ve worn myself out getting an education on line as to what kind of bow to buy. I called a bow shop 35 miles away and after talking in depth on different bows i think i`m going with a Hoyt Lazertech. Moderately priced with good reviews. Any input from the knowledge base of realtree members would be appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtechTurkeyHunter Posted August 25, 2006 Report Share Posted August 25, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I personally have to shoot a bow to know if it is right for me or not ... it is 100% a feal thing with me ... it has to feal right ... I would never buy a bow online ... Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shockwave Posted August 26, 2006 Report Share Posted August 26, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow find a shop that will let you test fire all four that you mentioned, then make your decision, although you cant go wrong with the hoyt, lol, for obvious reasons.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper Posted August 26, 2006 Report Share Posted August 26, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I too like to feel the bow...shoot the bow before buying. Just because someone likes brand A and they have good advertising...doesn't make it the "best" bow out there. I don't shoot a Hoyt, Matthews or any of the four you mentioned...but it kills deer just the same! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DowninWhiteys Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow [ QUOTE ] I personally have to shoot a bow to know if it is right for me or not ... it is 100% a feal thing with me ... it has to feal right ... I would never buy a bow online ... [/ QUOTE ]Advice everybody should use. With todays bows, you just can't assume one bow's draw lengths, etc. will translate to another. That and their prices should make a person want to know firsthand whether a bow fits them and if they like the feel of it. Good luck on your search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow Go to a pro shop and try your choices, they may have more that fit into your price range. Please try them out before you decide. Shooting them will help in your decision. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyt_Hottie Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow shoot as many as you can then buy the one that fits you the best.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted September 1, 2006 Report Share Posted September 1, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow [ QUOTE ] shoot as many as you can then buy the one that fits you the best.. [/ QUOTE ] Yep, I agree with that one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 9point Posted September 7, 2006 Report Share Posted September 7, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow Dont forget Diamond. Just sold my new Trykon to pick up a diamond. I have shot Hoyt for over 15 years but the justice is the best hunting rig I have had. 8 inch brace height and QUIET!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HEYMO Posted September 8, 2006 Report Share Posted September 8, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow look into the parker line had my wifes and mine for four years with miniamal maintance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest proudfoot Posted September 14, 2006 Report Share Posted September 14, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow I also would like a new bow but the one I have is a Hoyt Mystic intruder 50-60 lbs and hate to let it go haha, But bows are like computers every year they make better and faster ones. I think you would enjoy Hoyt, mathews or bear. I have tried to find #2 modules to change my draw lenght and hoyt dosn't make them anymore.If anyone has them for sale please contact me . Bob' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunting_boy Posted September 19, 2006 Report Share Posted September 19, 2006 Re: time 4 new bow go reflex all the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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