Make no mistake, this is another quality release from Parker bows and its strength is evident as soon as you pick it up.

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The Parker Ambusher measures just 28" so it is quite a small bow when put next to some of the others that were released around the same time. This makes it easy to carry and more importantly will make it more practical to get around.

The riser comes off very short limbs and itself is only 19". However, even in its slight size, it has an advanced reflex that means it your shots come off better every time. This might sound like jargon and if you are new then you simply have to try the bow to understand its true strength.

This compound bow has a single cam system that is fast enough to hold up to similar bows - it is rated at 320 FPS. This cam is adjustable so once again you can make easy adjustments as you need them - great for any situation.

The bow is overall once that is going to give you performance. The impressive speed that you get from such a compact bow is impressive but might suit someone who has a least some experience. With that said, the price is more than reasonable and can pay almost double this price for a bow of similar specs so if it is within your budget then go ahead - you wont be disappointed.

Parker Ambusher Bow Specifications

Draw Weights : 50-60, 60-70 lbs
Draw Lengths : 27-30”
Axle to Axle : 28″
Brace Height : 7.5″
Mass Weight : 3.4 lbs
Effective Let Off : 80%
IBO Speed : 320 fps

In fact, axle to axle it is 3" shorter so it is noticeable while the brace height is down by 1/4". The result is that this is even lighter at just 3.6lbs and is rated at 323FPS - 5FPS faster that its twin.

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For 2011, the carbon series has had a few changes and one of the best to come from this is the offset stabilizer which is small hole that is off center and allows you to easily compensate the weight of the accessories which are on the other side.

When you first pick up the bow 2 things stand out. The first is that this is a great bow to look at - sure, this doesnt help its performance in any way but its quickly apparent that it has been built by quality engineering. The second is just how light it is. It might take a moment to get used to it as you cant really tell you are holding it if you close your eyes. 3.6lbs isnt much especially if you are used to holding something a tad heavier.

The draw feels excellent and to be honest has to be right at the top in regards to how smooth it is. The fuel cam that are used help this and what is again quickly apparent is the fact that with this bow you can hit the target time and time again. On top of this, it is pretty much silent and there is very little vibration from shooting, if any.

Let's make no mistake; this is one of the best bows that money can buy. The only problem with it is just how much money you need to buy it! Just like the Carbon Matrix, it retails over $1000 and there are many other bows that are available for $600-$800 that perform very well. If you are in the market for a Carbon Element however, then look at the listings above to see if any are available as you will likely cut that price considerably.

The following video shows the 2011 Carbon Element unveiled at the 2011 ATA show. Its worth watching if you are interesting in buying this compound bow.

2011 Carbon Element technical specs;

Speed 323 FPS
Draw Length 24.5-30”
Draw Weights 40-80 lbs.
Brace Height 7”
Weight 3.6 lbs.
Axle to Axle Length 32″

The bow has many patents to its name and it is far from easy to manufacture; part of the problem was that Hoyt put the bow through a complex trial and error program which was designed to get all aspects of it feeling right and shooting well, in particular to make sure it flexes and the center of gravity is right.

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Even when the trial and error was completed, the bow was still put to the test and Hoyt ensured that is was dy fired over 3000 times which resulted in noted problems or sign of damage. When firing the bow, it's design - which is somewhat different to most others compounds - means there isn't any forward jump when you are shooting it. You would feel comfortable shooting this without a wrist strap.

Its axle-to-axle is longer that some newer bows, at 35 inches, which is good for anyone looking for something a bit longer. Many of the 2011 bows look to be smaller than this.

Packed full of features, this bow can is also really smooth. the high-enery fuel cam on the bow isnt the fastest, though it is capable of 318FPS. Hoyt have used a carbon fiber riser in this bow and this has helped to keep its weight under 4lbs. Anyone that is concerned over the strength of the bow need not worry; it is rumoured that in testing the riser was run over by a truck and was still able to fire dead straight.

One major drawback to the Hoyt Carbon Matrix is the price tag.... It is available for a whopping $1600 at retail. It is worth bearning in mind that this is a highly sought after compound bow that is made in limited edition, so this goes some way to justify the price tag. It is also very smooth, efficient, lightweight and quick. There are quicker bows on the market but this does offer a complete "top-of-the-range" bow. If you have money to burn, you could do a lot worse, and of course if you are able to get one from the above listings you can probably knock a few hundred dollars off that price too.

If you would like some more information, check out this 2011 Hoyt Carbon Matrix Video;

Technical specifications:

Axle-to-axle: 35 inches
Brace height: 7 1/4 inches
Mass weight: 3.8 pounds
Draw length: 27-31 inches (1/2-inch increments)
Draw weight: 40-50 pounds, 50-60 pounds, 60-70 pounds, 70-80 pounds
Speed: 318 feet per second (+/- 2 fps)

Appearance-wise, there isnt much difference between the pro and DS versions as it is the underlying technology that has been improved.

It is a quad limb compound bow which Darton introduced to all of its high end bows in 2010. This helps to give the bow a much better all round performance and this is evident as soon as you pick the bow up. This years model also has a new cable guard which reduces the torque. As a result of this, it means the bow is more accurate.

The grip on this bow has also been developed and Darton have recognised that many people prefer slim grips. The side plates are smaller and have interchangeable with larger ones if you prefer them. This is a nice touch as it means you are not stuck with what they want you to use.

The Darton 3800 uses a DualSync cam system that they have used since 2009 on their bows and have kept because it was so successful. It has since been fine tuned for 2011 and this cam helps to make the bow quieter, smoother and a lot faster. The let off on this bow is 80% and it weighs just over 4lbs. This is such a good bow that some people have commented that when they start using it, they can actually reduce the bow weight and still be able to shoot their arrows faster. It's official speed rating is 345-350FPS so this should give you some idea of just how fast it is.

The Darton DS-3800 can be purchased in Realtree APG and Black and it has draw weights of 40, 50, 60 and 70lbs. The draw length is adjustable and can be changed from 25-31 inches. Changing this is easy as it uses modules and it can be changed in 1/2 inch increments as required.

The following video gives a glimpse of the Darton DS-3800 in action.

Technical Information:

Draw Weights: 40, 50,60,70
Draw Lengths: 23"-27"
Axle-Axle: 33 13/16"
Brace Height: 6"
Mass Weight: 4.1 lbs.
Eff. Let-off: 80%
IBO Speed: 305-310 fps
Finish: APG or Black

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:

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