Compound Bow Comparator

Ross truly listened to what shooters have been asking for over the last couple of years, and that is a shorter, lighter bow that produces decent speeds. The XD is exactly that. Although there is a major push for this bow, there are some shooters that desire a longer axel to axel measurement and a little more weight. For shooters like that, the XD is not for them. However, for the bow hunter interested in achievable IBO speeds of 320 feet per second, combined with a longer brace height of 7.5-incehs all in a lightweight package, the XD is a wonderful option worth a test shot. Read full review...

Overall, the Crave 31.5 is a a nice shooting hunting bow. Although the draw cycle is a little stiff, it is not a deal breaker. The IBO speed of 335 feet per second is a nice number, and the dual draw stop posts contacting both limbs makes a great feeling back wall. Ross seemed to take note of the new trend for bows to be lighter in overall mass and shorter in axel-to-axel measurements. The Crave 31.5 addresses both trends. Shooters in the market for a reasonably priced hunting bow should find a Ross Crave 31.5 and try it out. Read full review...

• Bare bow weighs in at a mere 3.16 pounds
• Forgiving brace height of 7.5-inches
• Smooth drawing cams capable of IBO speeds of 320 feet per second

• Smooth draw force curve
• Decent speed with IBO speeds of 335 feet per second
• 3.8 pounds bare bow weight meets many shooters expectations

• 30.5-inch axel to axel measurement may be a little short for longer draw shooters

• 6.5-inch brace height may be a little short for some
• Smooth draw cycle, but feels very stiff