Compound Bow Comparator

The 2017 Ultimatum by Athens Archery provides a solid example of how a company can produce a specific bow to fill a long looked-over gap in the market, and a high quality one at that. Although the nature of the smaller platform creates less forgiveness at the get-go, and it is fairly expensive when compared to less aesthetically pleasing compounds from other manufacturers, the advantages well outweigh the few negatives. With a fully machined riser, tons of custom finish options for those who respect a compound for being more than a tool (or weapon), and impressive specs for those who have a smaller reach, Ultimatum is ultimately one to test out at a local dealer today. Read full review...

The Avail is a great bow choice with the serious female shooter in mind. Ladies have a decent selection of bows, but the selection gets smaller when considering bows designed specifically for ladies, and ones with top of the line technologies. The Avail offers everything the flagship Mathews bows offer, but they are more geared towards female shooters. The Avail shoots great, looks good, and has a competitive $999 price tag for other models with similar quality and specifications. Serious women shooters should take a long look at what the Avail offers, and give it a head to head test shot against any other models in question. Read full review...

• 100% Made in the USA
• Very compact platform
• 11 Standard Finish Options
• Extremely quiet at the shot

• High-end women's hunting bow
• 80% let off
• Compact 30-inch axel-to-axel measurement
• 330 feet per second IBO speed rating

• Limited draw length capability (DLS cams)
• Shorter brace height and axle-to-axle makes for a stiffer draw

• Avail pink and yellow graphics may be too girly for some
• $999 MSRP