Bear Status EKO Compound Bow

The bear legend series of those instills a boost of confidence just from association alone. Fred Bear is often noted as the founder of modern day bowhunting, and the legends series is the lineup dedicated directly to his legacy. Bear did an amazing job with the Status EKO bow, and it is going to be a very popular model for 2020. From a specification standpoint, the Status EKO is similar to a lot of other hunting bows on the market, which means it has to be great in order to draw some attention away from the other models. With a 33-inch axle-to-axle measurement, a 6-inch brace height, and speeds maxing at an IBO rated 344 feet per second, there is a great deal to like about the 2020 Status EKO. Some shooters have stated not liking the riser design, and would like to see some additional finish options, which do not impact how the bow feels or shoots. However, with so many direct competitors, the looks and finish options may be the reason why a shooter might choose a different bow instead of the Status EKO. For $999, the bow is not cheap, but it is comparable to other flagship models on the market, and has competitive technology of all the other high end hunting bows available in the current model year. The Status EKO may not get as much love as it deserves for how great it feels in the hands and firing arrows downrange, but it is worth considering for any shooter on the market for a top of the line hunting bow... read full review