Hoyt CRX 32 Review
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Pros
- Great shooting and extremely quiet bow with low vibration
- Perfectly balanced
- Smooth draw cycle with a nice valley and a solid back wall
- Draw length can be adjusted without using a bow press
- Extended draw length range
- Extended draw weight range - great for big game hunting
Cons
- Not the cheapest bow
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Editors' review
While the new Hoyt CRX 32 is very similar to the Maxxis 31 introduced in the last year, many archers believe the former is a better shooting rig due to a few important enhancements made in 2011. The majority of shooters strongly agree the CRX 32 is notably quieter than the Maxxis 31. In addition, the CRX 32 is a very well balanced bow that holds nicely.
Riser
As with previous similar models (Maxxis 31 and Alphamax 32) the new CRX 32 is outfitted with a very lightweight, sleek, and lean TEC Lite riser. Although the riser is similar to the last year models, there are a few enhancements that make this bow better. Firstly, an offset stabilizer mount allows for mounting the stabilizer off to the side. This makes the CRX 32 a better balanced bow. In addition, the new riser is a bit lighter and stronger, which helps to deliver slightly more accurate and consistent shots.Silent Shelf
Another interesting enhancement to the CRX 32 is a silent shelf designed to effectively isolate the arrow from the riser to eliminate undesirable noise.Grip
The CRX-32 comes equipped with a one piece 180 Profit custom grip that is constructed out of a rubberized composite material. This grip is slim in design and made to decrease hand torque and minimize felt vibration. Also as an option you can order the CRX-32 with the same grip design made out of wood for archers that prefer the more traditional grip feel.Limbs
The CRX 32 is equipped with the new XTS Pro Arc limbs, which are as good as the last year XTS Arc limbs. In fact, they are built using the same five layer lamination technology that is known for high durability, reliability, and vibration free shots. Admittedly, this is one of the best and most efficient post parallel limb technologies on the market nowadays. While some archers say the new limbs and limb pockets did not change much, the limbs on the CRX 32 still constitute a very efficient shooting frame that effectively eliminates vibration and produces extremely smooth shots.In-line roller guard
The In-line Roller Cable Guard introduced in 2010 helps to increase speeds, improve accuracy, and reduce noise by minimizing friction and torque. The cable guard comes with sealed bearings to deliver reliable performance in all weather conditions.Eccentric system
While the new Fuel Cam & 1/2 feels very similar to the XTR Cam & 1/2 introduced in the last year, the two eccentric systems are not the same. The new Fuel cam has been enhanced slightly: it now comes with an enhanced draw stop peg that is much larger. This design makes the back wall extremely solid. While some archers say they can't feel any difference between the two cam systems, others insist the new Fuel cam feels better because it has a nicer valley (with some modules) and a better back wall. Almost all shooters agree though that the new cam is a slightly enhanced version of the older XTR Cam & 1/2 system. So, this is another step forward for Hoyt.Another great improvement for the new Fuel cam are extended draw lengths. While the older XTR Cam only offers 2 modular-adjustable cams (XTR2 and XTR3), the Fuel cam on the CRX 32 has 3 cams (Fuel cam #1, #2, and #3) covering the draws of 24.5" to 30" as illustrated in the below table. No bow press is needed to adjust each Fuel cam in half inch increments via a set of interchangeable modules. The let-off on the Fuel cam is 75%.Draw length ranges for Hoyt CRX 32 cams| Cam | Draw lengths |
| Fuel cam #1 | 24.5" - 26" |
| Fuel cam #2 | 26" - 28" |
| Fuel cam #3 | 28" - 30" |
Draw cycle / Shootability
Admittedly, the CRX 32 is a very well balanced and great shooting bow that is very quiet on the shot. Experts agree it's a slightly better shooting rig than the last year Maxxis 31. It is smooth, fast, and extremely quiet.Silencing system / Quietness and vibration
While the CRX 32 is equipped with many effective and proven technologies introduced by Hoyt recently, there are a few new components that helped to make this rig quieter:- improved string stop comes with a new rubber material to further reduce noise
- new silent shelf effectively isolates the arrow from the riser and helps to eliminate noise from drop away rests
- offset stabilizer mount helps to deliver perfect balance by attaching a stabilizer to the opposite side of the riser to compensate the weight of mounted accessories on the other side.
Hoyt CRX 32 Dangerous Game
Similarly to Alphamax 32 and Maxxis 31, the CRX 32 offers a Dangerous Game package. This setup comes with reinforced parts, heavy draw limbs, wood grip, and special graphics on the limbs. This configuration is mainly used by big game hunters who enjoy choosing 80 and 90 pound draw weight options for ultimate performance and maximum energy.Hoyt CRX 32 vs Hoyt Maxxis 31 vs Hoyt Alphamax 32
| Bow | Hoyt CRX 32 | Hoyt Maxxis 31 | Hoyt Alphamax 32 |
| Version | 2012 | 2011 (XTR Cam) | 2010 (XTR Cam) |
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| Brace Height | 7 " | 7 " | 7 " |
| AtA Length | 32 " | 31 " | 32 " |
| Draw Length | 24.5 " - 30 " | 26 " - 30 " | 26 " - 30 " |
| Draw Weight | 40 lbs - 80 lbs | 40 lbs - 80 lbs | 40 lbs - 80 lbs |
| IBO Speed | 323 fps | 323 fps | 321 fps |
| Weight | 3.95 lbs | 3.9 lbs | 3.9 lbs |
| Let-Off | 75% | 75% | 75% |
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According to multiple reviews and tests carried out by different experts, the new CRX 32 is very similar to the Maxxis 31 and Alphamax 32. Essentially, all these bows have similar technologies and shootability characteristics. While some archers consider the Hoyt Maxxis 31 to be a bit better than the Hoyt Alphamax 32 by some archers, the new CRX 32 is yet another little step forward - this new rig is considered to be a little bit better than the Maxxis 31. While some people can't feel the difference between the CRX 32 and Maxxis 31 saying the majority of technologies remained the same or changed slightly, almost everyone agrees that the new CRX 32 is at least quieter on release.
Hoyt CRX 32 vs Hoyt Rampage XT
| Bow | Hoyt CRX 32 | Hoyt Rampage XT |
| Version | 2012 | 2012 |
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| Brace Height | 7 " | 7 " |
| AtA Length | 32 " | 32 " |
| Draw Length | 24.5 " - 30 " | 24.5 " - 30 " |
| Draw Weight | 40 lbs - 80 lbs | 30 lbs - 80 lbs |
| IBO Speed | 323 fps | 323 fps |
| Weight | 3.95 lbs | 4.0 lbs |
| Let-Off | 75% | 75% |
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One of the most interesting questions archers ask is how CRX 32 compares to Rampage XT. The reason this comparison is so popular is because the Rampage XT is cheaper. That is why savvy shooters want to know whether or not the CRX is worth extra dollars. With this question, there seems to be two different camps out there. While those archers who don't mind spending more money stress that the CRX 32 is a better shooter, others say the difference is not that huge and that the Hoyt Rampage XT is an outstanding bow for the money.Although the CRX 32 and Rampage XT have different risers (machined aluminum riser vs. cast riser correspondingly), this difference is imperceptible when hunting. Moreover, with so many similar technologies and engineering solutions, both bows have very similar shootability characteristics. However, the majority of archers agree that the CRX 32 has a little bit less vibration. So, if you are really eager to save money, getting the Hoyt Rampage XT could be a great alternative. On the other hand, if you are not on a budget and want to get a slightly better bow go for CRX 32.