Compound Bow Comparator

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Version2016 Bear BR 332016 Bear Escape
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Bear BR 33Bear Escape
Specifications
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2016 Bear BR 332016 Bear Escape
Brace Height7 "6 "
AtA Length33.25 "32 "
Draw Length27 " - 32 "25.5 " - 30 "
Draw Weight45 lbs - 70 lbs45 lbs - 70 lbs
IBO Speed330 fps350 fps
Weight4.2 lbs4.0 lbs
Let-Off80% 75%
Editor reviews
Bear BR 33Bear Escape
Summary
Summary review written by our editors.

The BR 33 is a nice multipurpose bow from Bear considering they do not have a dedicated target bow division. Bear Archery has a great following, and many shooters appreciate the history and symbolism that comes from the tradition of the company. For shooters wanting performance, but demanding a smoother draw cycle, the BR 33 is a fantastic offering. The BR 33 as a flagship model for 2016 has all the technology Bear has to offer at this point, all combined into a fine shooting model. Those interested in a nice shooting bow, without much concern for speed should be stoked about the 2016 Bear BR 33. Read full review...

The Bear Escape is a great bow for those wanting a high performance rig at a reasonable price. An MSRP tag of $899 is a good pricepoint for a flagship model from a well-known company with the performance the Escape has. The Escape has some highly desired specifications many hunters demand including weighing in at the magical 4-pound mark, measuring in at 32-inches axel-to-axel, a 6-inch brace height, and 350 feet per second. The shot experience on the Escape is phenomenal, and the noise and vibration are very minimal considering the performance this bow has. It would be nice to see Bear offer the bow in more finish options, but hunters are not always interested in how pretty the bow is. Bear has done a great job not only creating such a high performance bow, but also creating one that legitimately competes with the speed bow competition. Those wanting a 2016 bow with a whole lot of performance should take a good look at the Bear Escape. Read full review...

Bear BR 33Bear Escape
Pros
  • Smooth drawing comfort bow
  • Forgiving 7-inch brace height
  • 33 1/4-inch axel-to-axel measurement
  • 350 feet per second IBO rating
  • Limbs are offered in 15-pound intervals
  • Rotating module draw system with draw stop options
  • Great price for a flagship bow at MSRP of $899
Bear BR 33Bear Escape
Cons
  • MSRP of $999
  • 330 feet per second is not very quick for 2016
  • Not many finish options
  • Love/hate relationship with the hinge roller guard
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Bear BR 33
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Bear Escape
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out of 3 reviews
  • Almost perfect, for me.
    by Andrew F from Australia
  • Super smooth draw cycle
    by Peter from Canada
  • Fantastic
    by Francisco Palmer from CA
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out of 2 reviews
  • Very smooth draw , great back wall
    by Chad Doornbos from Michigan
  • Great performance and suitability.
    by Chuck from Missouri
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Bear BR 33Bear Escape
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