Compound Bow Comparator

The Kuma LD has everything shooters could possibly want in a long draw bow. The 330 feet per second is fine enough, the axel-to-axel measurement is long enough to be accommodating and short enough to be maneuverable, the 6.5-inch brace height is a mixture of forgiveness and performance, and the feel after the shot is truly outstanding. It would be nice for Bear to offer more finishes to match the other "Legend" Series bows. It would be nice for the draw let-off to be adjustable as well. However, the Kuma LD is a well-designed hunting bow for longer draw archers. The suggested retail price is only $899 as well, which makes it one of the most affordable flagship models on the market for 2018. Personal preference may take shooters to a different bow, but aside from personal preferences not fully aligning, the Kuma Ld is a legit hunting bow and should win over a lot of long draw archers looking for a new rig this year. Read full review...

The 2018 Kuma is the flagship model for the Bear Legend Series, and does not disappoint. Everything about the Kuma from the specifications to the shootability screams legendary hunting bow. With an $899 suggested retail price tag, the Kuma is one of the most affordable flagship hunting bows on the market for 2018. For those wanting a new hunting rig, the Kuma truly has a lot of offer shooters. Bear Archery is an outstanding company, and the heritage behind the name instills a great deal of confidence when purchasing a bow from the Bear Company. Aside from personal preference, there is nothing to dislike about the Kuma, and it deserves consideration with the other flagship models offered for 2018. Read full review...

• A high-quality offering for long draw shooters (27-32-inches)
• Limbs allow for 15-pounds of adjustment
• Suggested retail price of only $899

• The Legend Series gets some sweet finish options
• Ideal hunting bow specifications based on what shooters want
• A flagship model priced at only $899
• Two grip choices included from the factory

• Only offered in two finish options

• The let-off is not adjustable
• 4.3-pounds is a bit heavier than the old 4-pound standard