Compound Bow Comparator

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Version2008 Mathews Switchback XT2007 Mathews Switchback2009 Mathews Swithback LD
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Mathews Switchback XTMathews SwitchbackMathews Switchback LD
Specifications
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2008 Mathews Switchback XT2007 Mathews Switchback2009 Mathews Swithback LD
Brace Height7.5 "7 "9 "
AtA Length31 "33 "33 "
Draw Length25 " - 30 "25 " - 30 "27 " - 32 "
Draw Weight40 lbs - 70 lbs40 lbs - 70 lbs40 lbs - 70 lbs
IBO Speed315 fps318 fps295 fps
Weight4.25 lbs4.34 lbs4.36 lbs
Let-Off65% or 80% 65% or 80% 80%
Editor reviews
Mathews Switchback XTMathews SwitchbackMathews Switchback LD
Summary
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The Mathews Switchback XT is a superior quality bow from the Mathews Switchback series. This is a very quiet, compact, and forgiving bow. When it comes to shootability this rig is even smoother than the original legendary Switchback. A short 31" axle-to-axle length makes it the ideal bow for both tree stand hunting and blind hunting. Read full review...

The Mathews Switchback entered the market in 2005 and continues to be one of the best smooth bows ever since. Many hunters strongly agree this bow is one of the smoothest bows available on the market. With the very low levels of vibration and noise, the Switchback is smooth and fast at the same time. Having received a lot of extra positive reviews and comments from archers throughout the world, this legendary bow has been the most popular and most selling Mathews rig for a long time. Read full review...

Designed specifically for long draw shooters, the Mathews Switchback LD is a high quality bow from the Mathews Switchback series. While this bow is not a speed monster (only 295 fps), it is very quiet, smooth, and extremely forgiving due to its longer axle to axle length and generous brace height. A longer axle-to-axle length along with draw lengths of up to 32" make this bow the ideal choice for long draw shooters who are not speed fans. Read full review...

Mathews Switchback XTMathews SwitchbackMathews Switchback LD
Pros
  • smooth and fast single cam bow
  • low noise and vibration
  • high maneuverability
  • great value for money
  • smooth and fast single cam bow
  • low noise and vibration
  • great value for money
  • good value for money
  • low noise and vibration
  • extremely forgiving and accurate bow
  • very smooth single cam bow
Mathews Switchback XTMathews SwitchbackMathews Switchback LD
Cons
  • non-adjustable eccentric system
  • non-adjustable eccentric system
  • non-adjustable eccentric system
  • grip could have less torque
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out of 15 reviews
  • Great bow. One of mathews best!
    by William Pitts from Wisconsin
  • This was my first and by far the best Mathews bow I've owned.
    by Myles Hansel from Flowery Branch, Georgia
  • great bow
    by MKE from Florida
  • Sweet bow ahead of its time.
    by Matt Nonnenmacher from Marietta, ohio
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out of 20 reviews
  • A great bow! One of those bows that stick to you.
    by William Pitts from Wisconsin
  • 75 Days a Year in the field!
    by Seth Carlson from Archery Headquarters,Rochester,mn
  • I'm having a difficult time justifying a new bow even though I want one.
    by Jeffrey Scott from Northern MN
  • Still the one!
    by Fast Eddie from Duvall, Wa
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