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I am thinking about a new bow. I was thinking mathews, but I see this new Hoyt looks pretty good. Anyone use these units?

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Two falls ago, I bought a new PSE on a special they had where it included four PSE carbon arrows, sights, rest, everything included for $400. Of course, I tore all that off and put what I wanted on there.

PS- hows fishing been for you?

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DHM, I have an '06 Hoyt Protech and I love it. It's a great bow! I shot Mathews, Bowtech, and Hoyt (these are the Big 3 in my book) and they all make great bows. However, I liked the Hoyt best. Shoot them all and see what you like best.

Also, if you have specific questions, try dropping them in the archery forum- lots of good info in there.

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I agree with Scoot...even thou I shoot a Matthews. wink.gif

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I shoot a '05 Bowtech and absolutly love it. The top 3 bows are definately Matthews, Bowtech and Hoyt (not in any particular order). I think that Bowtech gives you the most for your buck, Matthews is good but definately overpriced. I've actually had guys with Matthews bows wanna shoot mine at the range.

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Chuck --

Slow 'eye bite and time to get out there has been tough. Been golfing more. Looking forward to Flag Island in late July.

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I am with you guys. I know it is a Ford vs Chevy thing but I shoot a Golden Eagle right now and it has been a good starter bow, but I want to upgrade.

I am thinking Hoyt as well. I am thinking about the Trykon XL.

I may post in archery area.

Any other thoughts?

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Shoot them all and go with the one that makes you happy. From the research I did before buying my 1st bow...all the top end models of Hoyt, Bowtech and Matthews are great bows...its just whatever fits you the best. You might want to make a trip up the the new super scheels store in Fargo after they open this weekend...I heard they are going to have a much better/bigger archery department..and they carry Hoyt, Bowtech and Matthews. Try them all...and good luck in your search.

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I agree, it's almost like trying on shoes, everyone requires different things from their bow. I personally have an 05 Bowtech allegiance and I wouldn't trade it for another bow and $1000. I have nothing bad to say about any new bow out there. Last summer before I bought mine I shot over 15 new bows... and they were all great, they just "feel" a little different. Another big factor on buying my bow was the archery dept. which I got it from. I was not to happy with the service from Scheels and that was one factor why I didn't fall in love with the Matthews bows. The most helpful, no pressure sales people were at Gander Mtn. Cabelas, and Sportsman's Warehouse. Shoot them all and you'll probably agree that 90% of them would make you happy!!

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I Like my Jennings grin.gif

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King --

Sales people can make a big difference. Do you know if all the Big Stores have all of the Big brands?

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You won't find Matthews, Bowtech or Hoyt at the big stores like Gander Mtn and Cabelas, you'll have to go to an archery store for them. However Gander Mtn does sell Diamond bows which are made by Bowtech and are actually great bows for the price.

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Went up to the super scheels and holy smokes was it busy. Wanted to shoot a couple of bows, but there was a waiting line. This was Wednesay at 11 am.

I'll keep you updated.

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Hey, I was also there at about 11am on Weds. Yeah, it was busy. To be honest, I didnt think the new Archery shop was any better then their old place. They need to get a bigger selection of sites, releases, arrow rests..etc. I thought it was pretty sad that they dont even sell raw arrow shafts.

Cliffy

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I bought a Hoyt last year and absolutely love it!!! Quiet and fast.

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I wish I could figure out why anyone would need to spend $500-$1000 on a new bow.....I've still got my 18 year old PSE that seems to shoot a deer every year and ocassionally a bear.....Someone please tell me why I need a new bow!! I love new hunting stuff when I think it's necessary....please convince me grin.gif

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UPDATE --

I loved the new Trykon and I was sure I was going to buy. Liked the looks -- etc. Glad I shot them both. I shot the Mathews Switchback at the same time and I am SOLD on the Switch. For me it felt better -- smoother.

It is Ford or Chevy and I am "a FORD tough man. That's all I drive" -- At least that is what Toby said. wink.gifcool.gif

Just don't tell me wife how much it was. crazy.giftongue.gifcool.gif

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Congrats on your new bow and welcome to the dark side grin.gif.

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Which arrow rest did you go with?....and what arrows are you shooting?

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I went with the brisket or bisket or whatever arrow rest and the Carbon arrows. I went with a little heavier arrows.

I used a Easton super slam II in the past. I'll check on new brand.

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A whisker biscuit? Those are pretty nice but one that I like even better is the N.A.P. 360 arrow rest, same concept but it doesn't wreck vanes like the whisker biscuit is known to do. I prefer to go with the drop away rest though grin.gif Carbon Express Maxima arrows are my personal favorite too smile.gif

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ya, scheels has a way of talken ya into them carbons dont they.

Like the new store, although I fealt like I was going to fall out of the fairy wheel when he stopped it when I was at the top blush.gif

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Dano --

That is why I do not take the Fairy Wheel.

Be strong, my brother, fight the Fairy. grin.gifwink.gifsmirk.gifcool.gif

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