Compound Bows http://www.compoundbowguide.com Used compound bows, Compound bow reviews and guides Sun, 20 Jun 2010 10:43:18 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Compound Bow Arrows—Your Ultimate Guide http://www.compoundbowguide.com/guides/compound-bow-arrows%e2%80%94your-ultimate-guide/ http://www.compoundbowguide.com/guides/compound-bow-arrows%e2%80%94your-ultimate-guide/#comments Sun, 20 Jun 2010 10:42:33 +0000 admin http://www.compoundbowguide.com/?p=115 If you are into hunting or archery, you should know how to choose the right supplies and equipment for this kind of sport.

It is more difficult to buy archery or hunting supplies because it is not a very popular sport like basketball or football and the equipment requires some kind of permit before you can actually buy them.

Bows and arrows are commonly used in archery or hunting. These supplies are always used in archery and sometimes in hunting because some people prefer to use guns in game hunting. But whether you are hunting or playing archery, you should consider choosing the right kind of bow. Compound bows are used by many people.

If you decide to use compound bows, you also need to buy compound bow arrows. You need to know a few things before you buy compound bow arrows such as the ones listed below.

  • You can buy compound bow arrows from shops that sell hunting or archery supplies or online. It might be a bit more difficult to find these shops compared to shops that sell equipment for more popular sports like basketball or football. And when you find a shop that sells these supplies, be sure to visit the shop and observe the different kinds of supplies and equipments used in archery or hunting. It would not also hurt to befriend the store staff or owner to learn more about archery and hunting equipment and supplies.
  • You should determine the kind of compound bow that you have. Is it a compound bow for men, women, or youth? These compound bows have slight differences in terms of draw weight, draw length, and other factors because men, women, and youth have different needs. Choose the arrows that work for the kind of compound bow that you have.
  • It is also important to remember that an expensive arrow automatically translates to high quality and good performance. Your performance depends on your skills as a hunter or archer and your bow and arrows, not on the price. You can get high quality compound bow arrows for a low price if you know how and where to look.
]]> http://www.compoundbowguide.com/guides/compound-bow-arrows%e2%80%94your-ultimate-guide/feed/ 0 How to Choose Arrows for Compound Bows http://www.compoundbowguide.com/guides/how-to-choose-arrows-for-compound-bows/ http://www.compoundbowguide.com/guides/how-to-choose-arrows-for-compound-bows/#comments Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:04:49 +0000 admin http://www.compoundbowguide.com/?p=92 Archery is a sport that not many people play but when you get your hands on a set of bow and arrows and you start to shoot a target, you will find it very exciting and challenging.

Just like playing other types of sports, it is also important to be knowledgeable about the game. You should know the basic rules of the game and how the sport works. You should also make sure that you are using good quality archery supplies and equipment to help you advance in the game.

There are several different kinds of bows and arrows used in archery but some people prefer to use compound bows and their special arrows. Of course, you need to buy special arrows for compound bows to be able to use the bow efficiently. There are a few things that you should know when you look for arrows for compound bows. Here are some considerations.

  • Whether you are a beginner or an advanced archery player, you should know that your arrows should be straight. Be sure to check the arrow for some curves or bumps. These minor defects can affect your arrows’ performance. If the arrows are not straight, you would not be able to hit the target. Or worse, you might accidentally hit something or someone that could result to damage or injury.
  • You should also check the material used for making the arrows. Arrows for compound bows are made using different kinds of materials. Wood, fibreglass, aluminium, and carbon are some of the most commonly used materials for making arrows. These materials have their won features and benefits. For instance, aluminium and carbon arrows are lighter than wood or fibreglass. Fibreglass is a bit heavy but they are more durable than the others. In choosing the right material, you should first consider your needs in archery.
  • Like what was mentioned, you should know your needs as an archer. Players who compete in archery competitions use a different kind of arrows compared to players who are still training. You should pick the right arrows depending on your purpose of playing archery.
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The bow itself feels a little heavy on the front end so its down to preference it that suits you.

This bow would be ideal for anyone who is considering getting a compound bow given the rich features, high speed and smoothness of it. The price it is available for make it excellent value although those that are more experienced might prefer an updated bow.

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Ross Cardiac specifications:

  • ibo speed: 302-310fps
  • a2a lengh: 31"
  • brace height: 7"
  • draw weights: 40-50, 50-60, 60-70lbs
  • draw lengths: 25-30"
  • bow mass: 4lbs
  • eccentrics:
  • let-off: 65-80%
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The limbs are precision-engineered and have pivoting Hyperlight Unibody pockets and although there is some flexing it is very forgiving. The NRG inner cam system helps to keep the bow amazingly quick and the bow can reach speeds up to 308 fps.

This bow would suit all ages and is available at bargain prices. This is one of the best value bows available although those with more experience might opt for the Martin Saber or higher end bow instead. One thing for sure, its hard to find fault with this bow for the price its available for.

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PSE Brute LT specifications:

  • ibo speed: 308fps
  • a2a lengh: 32"
  • brace height: 8.5"
  • draw weights: 50-60, 60-70lbs
  • draw lengths: 27-30"
  • bow mass: 4.1lbs
  • eccentrics: NRG inner CAM
  • let-off: 65-80%
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The parallel limbs that make the XP bows act independantly which help to reduce noise and vibration from shooting and it is clear from your first shot that it indeed works.

It not  only feels easier to draw and let down with this bow but it is also lightweight at just 3.5 pounds, which means it is easy to carry and furthered by the fact that it is compact at just 30.5 inches in length.

This bow is so good that anyone would have a good time using it. The compact design and lightweight build do not compromise on speed or accuracy at all and as the draws feel a lot easier than in some bows, might suit women and beginners more.

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Parker Legend XP specifications:

a2a lengh: 30.5"
brace height: 8"
draw weights: 50-60, 60-70 lb
draw lengths: 26-31"
bow mass: 2.5lbs
bow finish: Next G-1 Vista
eccentrics: AZ cam
let-off: 80%

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It certainly looks the part and although cosmetics dont help to bow perform better, while some bows can look a bit clunky, that certainly isnt the case here and also has a comfortable two piece wood grained grip.

The Parker ARC cam system has been built to keep draws smooth but also to maintain arrow speed. It also makes draw-length changes easy with a quick module rotation. With other features such as the safety shelf to keep sharp broadheads away from your bowhand, and the string silencer system, the features more than warrant the premium price.

This bow would be better suited for anyone who is serious about bow shooting. It is very quick and yet lightweight and silent and the features more than make it good value for money. It might be a little costly for beginners but as a premium bow it does have a lot to offer.

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Parker Blackhawk XP specifications:

  • ibo speed: 325 fps
  • a2a length: 32.0"
  • brace height: 7.375"
  • draw weights: 50-60#, or 60-70#
  • draw lengths: 26-31"
  • bow mass: 3.85 lbs.
  • bow finish: next g-1 camo
  • eccentrics: arc single cam
  • let-off: 75%
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This bow would suit anyone in the market for a mid range bow. Hoyt bows are usually suitable for most people and the superhawk is no exception. If you are looking for a midrange high quality bow, you should look no further.

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Hoyt Superhawk specifications

  • ibo speed: 306fps
  • a2a lengh: 31"
  • brace height: 7.5"
  • draw weights: 30-40, 40-50, 50-60, 60-70lbs
  • draw lengths: 25.5-30.5"
  • bow mass: 4.1lbs
  • bow finish:
  • eccentrics: Wheel M4 Cam
  • let-off: 75%
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Wether its a compound hunting bow or a 3d range this bow will not be out of place on either. It shoots quickly and quietly and although it might not be the fastest bow around it still has a ping to it.  The bow still performs well even at lower draw rates so would be ideal to anyone not used too or out or practice from drawing a bow.

The Martin Saber is also very quiet and is built with a full range of vibration dampeners mainly in the riser, grip, string and of course the arrow shelf plate.

This bow would be ideal to anyone who is on a strict budget but doesnt want to compomise on quality. It is easily the equal of higher spec'd bows and is also a delight to hold due to it being light in weight only. It would also suit beginners who want to give it a try yet might not want  to spend a small fortune.

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Martin Saber Specifications:

ibo speed: 315-320 fps
a2a length: 32.25"
brace height: 7"
draw weights: 40-70#
draw lengths: 25-30"
bow mass: 3.5 lbs.
bow finish: next g1 camo
eccentrics: single cam
let-off: 65-80%

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When power meets the precision the mathews monster demonstrates however it does come at a price, and the bow is clearly targetted towards the top end of the scale.

The draw cycle is a bit harsher than on other bows but this is purely because of the cam and speed of the bow - it takes a few shots to get used too and may feel slightly odd at first. The real performance comes once you get past this and it is an performs amazingly well. Mathews built their reputation making quality bows and this is yet another example of this.

This bow would suit anyone with a large budget or anyone that is interested in getting the most out of their compound bow and demands ultimate speed at all times. Beginners might be put off by the high price although if you have an endless budget it may be tempting to pick up a mathews monster and its hard to argue with that.

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Mathews Monster specifications:

  • ibo speed: 360fps
  • a2a lengh: 33.5"
  • brace height: 5"
  • draw weights: 40, 50, 60, 70, 80 lbs
  • draw lengths: 25-30"
  • bow mass: 4.4lbs
  • eccentrics: AVS dual cam
  • let-off: 80%
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Perhaps one of the best features of the technological advancements made on this bow is the the dual arc string suppressors. These are designed to alleviate as much string vibration as possible and were developed with the help of high-speed photography equipment. It is an energy packed bow that is also ultra silent and highly accurate and rounds off just what a good job was done.

This bow might take a little while getting used too, and one huge setback is the price; it is well worth the money considering how well it shoots however other bows in a similar price range perform above and beyond the Truth 2. (e.g the diamond iceman).

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Fred Bear Truth 2 specifications:

  • ibo speed: 318 fps
  • a2a length: 33.0"
  • brace height: 7.00"
  • draw weights: 40-70#
  • draw lengths: 24-30"
  • bow mass: 3.9 lbs.
  • bow finish: realtree apg
  • eccentrics: single cam
  • let-off: 80%
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