Parker Bow Reviews Overview Reviews Price comparisons Years all yearsexact:201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004range:201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004 Brace Height < 5.5 "5.5 " - 5.99 "6.0 " - 6.49 "6.5 " - 6.99 "7.0 " - 7.49 "7.5 " - 7.99"8.0" - 8.49"8.5"+ AtA Length < 31 "31 " - 33.99 "34 " - 37.99 "38 "+ Draw Length < 20 "20 " - 24.99 "25 " - 29.99 "30 " - 31.99 "32" - 33.99"34"+ Draw Weight < 20 lbs20 - 29 lbs30 - 39 lbs40 - 49 lbs50 - 59 lbs60 - 69 lbs70 - 79 lbs80 lbs+ IBO Speed < 260 fps260 - 279 fps280 - 299 fps300 - 319 fps320 - 339 fps340 fps+ compareSort by:average user ratingnumber of reviewsyear: newest firstyear: oldest firstnameDisplaying 12 modelsUser rating: out of 1 reviewParker UltraLite 30 Review The Bottom Line:Parker's revival of the UltraLite series, specifically the UltraLite 30+, was a beneficial move for the company as well as the archers that have the ability to use this compound- it stands out in the market as an inexpensive frontrunner of mainline bows. With qualities of higher end models, a basic,... read full review 2016 Parker UltraLite 30+ Brace Height 7.25 " AtA Length 30.25 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 320 fps Weight 3.7 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2015 - 2016 Specs were not changedUser rating:no user reviewsParker Lightning Review The Bottom Line:Parker Bows continues to put out a solid lineup of bows for archers of all shapes and sizes, and the Lightning produced for this year in no exception. With a 30lb draw weight range, 10" of draw length adjustment without any need for a press, and a smooth dual cam setup, individuals looking to get into... read full review 2016 Parker Lightning Brace Height 7 " AtA Length 30 " Draw Length 19 " - 29 " Draw Weight 30 lbs - 60 lbs IBO Speed 310 fps Weight 3.45 lbs Let-Off 70% Manufactured: 2014 - 2016 Specs were not changedUser rating:no user reviewsParker Kodiak Review The Bottom Line:The Parker Kodiak was introduced as part of the 2013 lineup. With a 30" ATA and a 7.5" brace height, not only is this bow a good fit into any archery situation, it is smooth, forgiving and accurate. The solid one-piece machined riser, the extreme parallel limbs, and the single-cam setup produces a respectable... read full review 2014 Parker Kodiak Brace Height 7.5 " AtA Length 30 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 320 fps Weight 3.75 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2013 - 2014 Specs were not changedUser rating: out of 2 reviewsParker Velocity Review The Bottom Line:Although the Parker Velocity bow is a nice shooting bow for all archers, the Velocity really makes a great option for those just getting started. New archers will have the luxury of high-end accessories at an affordable price. Shooters will also have the option to buy completely set up from the factory... read full review 2013 Parker Velocity Brace Height 7.25 " AtA Length 30.125 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 315 fps Weight 4.15 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2012 - 2013 Specs were not changedUser rating:no user reviewsParker Python Review The Bottom Line:Although shooters may pass up the Python because it is classified as a "budget bow," shooters are given tons of really nice high-end features. It is truly spectacular how great this bow draws and shoots. With desirable hunting specifications, good speed, and the ability to personalize the draw many... read full review 2013 Parker Python Brace Height 7 " AtA Length 30 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 325 fps Weight 4.25 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2012 - 2013 Specs were not changedUser rating: out of 2 reviewsParker SideKick Review The Bottom Line:Parker has designed a bow specifically for youth and women that has the same quality and technologies as their best-selling adult bows... the Sidekick Extreme. This rig has a smooth draw with very little break-over at transition, and only a little vibration. The outfitted package with peep, rest, quiver,... read full review 2013 Parker SideKick Extreme Brace Height 7.625 " AtA Length 31 " Draw Length 18 " - 28 " Draw Weight 20 lbs - 60 lbs IBO Speed 270 fps Weight 3.25 lbs Let-Off 70% Manufactured: 2008 - 2013 Specs changed, see full specs User rating:no user reviewsParker Inferno Review The Bottom Line:Parker has come a long way in creating a user-friendly smooth drawing compound bow. The smooth drawing cams shooting up to 330 feet per second may be enough to cancel out the hand shcok and bulky grip. The Inferno is offered at a great price and features high-end technology and shootability. With... read full review 2012 Parker Inferno Brace Height 7.5 " AtA Length 30.375 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 320 fps Weight 3.75 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2010 - 2012 Specs were not changedUser rating:no user reviewsParker Blazer Review The Bottom Line:Parker priced the Blazer at $299, which is a great value for this bow. There is nothing fancy about the Blazer, but it performs well and shoots accurately. Those wanting a rig with new technology and impressive speed will have to keep looking. However, shooters just starting out in archery, or not... read full review 2012 Parker Blazer Brace Height 7.75 " AtA Length 32.5 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 45 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 295 fps Weight 3.85 lbs Let-Off 75% Manufactured: 2010 - 2012 Specs changed, see full specs User rating: out of 7 reviewsParker Wildfire Review The Bottom Line:For those or a strict budget or just getting in to archery, the Wildfire Extreme is a super bow. Although there are faster single cam bows, the 7.75-inch brace height combined with an 80% let off makes this bow easy to shoot and very forgiving. For $399 bare bow or $499 fully set up, the Extreme is... read full review 2012 Parker Wildfire Extreme Brace Height 7.75 " AtA Length 32 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 310 fps Weight 3.65 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2007 - 2012 Specs changed, see full specs User rating: out of 1 reviewParker Ambusher Review The Bottom Line:The Parker Ambusher is an older bow from the 2010 lineup. With a 28" ATA, 7.5" brace height, single-piece limbs, and adjustability offer the shooter a very nice 320 fps shooting platform. This bow is accurate and forgiving, and will fit very nicely in a tree stand, ground blind, or on a 3D course. It... read full review 2011 Parker Ambusher Brace Height 7.5 " AtA Length 28 " Draw Length 27 " - 30 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 320 fps Weight 3.4 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2010 - 2011 Specs changed, see full specs User rating:no user reviewsParker BlackHawk EZ Draw Review The Bottom Line:The Parker Blackhawk EZ Draw was the flagship bow for Parker in 2009. This bow was chock-full of new technologies when it was initially put on the market. At the time, many archers that had shot the Blackhawk described it as the "best bow that Parker has ever put on the market." With the EZ Draw cams,... read full review 2011 Parker BlackHawk EZ Draw Brace Height 7.38 " AtA Length 32 " Draw Length 25 " - 30 " Draw Weight 50 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 290 fps Weight 3.9 lbs Let-Off 80% Manufactured: 2009 - 2011 Specs changed, see full specs User rating: out of 4 reviewsParker Buck Hunter Review The Bottom Line:Parker Bows has created a top notch performer for the range, target, or woods. Utilizing a simple, efficient dual cam system and a plethora of draw weight and length options, this is the perfect bow for beginning archers or seasoned professionals alike. It may not be the quietest, but the money saved... read full review 2009 Parker Buck Hunter XP Brace Height 7.25 " AtA Length 32.25 " Draw Length 26 " - 31 " Draw Weight 40 lbs - 70 lbs IBO Speed 286 fps Weight 3.9 lbs Let-Off 75% Manufactured: 2004 - 2009 Specs changed, see full specs compareSort by:average user ratingnumber of reviewsyear: newest firstyear: oldest firstnameDisplaying 12 models
