Athens Convixtion Compound Bow

The Athens Convixtion is a compact 30-inch, 335 fps IBO hunting bow from Athens' early-2010s lineup, launched at $799 for the standard black or Next Vista finish and $875 for full camo. Its case rests on a combination that is hard to find in one bow: the carry-and-swing ease of a short 3.8-pound frame with the mistake-tolerant hold of a tall 7-inch brace, wrapped in custom-shop fit and finish. It draws smoothly to a brick-solid wall, sits dead in the hand at the shot thanks to the Anchor string stop and Bowjax hardware, and stays quiet without any add-on suppressor - the reasons its forgiveness translates into tight groups so quickly. Real-world speed lands in a realistic 286-to-304 fps window with hunting arrows, and the adjustable 65-to-80-percent let-off lets a shooter tune the valley to their style. What stays with me about this bow is that each one was hand-built to its owner, with a cam cut for their exact draw - a level of personalization the factory lines of the era did not match. Because it is discontinued, it is a used-market find today, but a well-kept one restrung by any pro shop is a lot of light, quiet, forgiving hunting bow. It is an excellent choice for the treestand and blind hunter who wants a maneuverable, forgiving bow inside 40 yards, and it is particularly strong at holding steady in tight quarters. Buyers who want a major-brand compact hunter should also look at the Mathews Creed, while those who want the same speed on a longer, steadier frame should look at the Bowtech Experience... read full review