Bear Element Compound Bow

The Bear Element is a value-tier single-cam hunting bow from 2006-2007 that has earned its reputation the hard way - by still being in the woods. It pairs a durable machined 6061-T6 aluminum riser and Bear's reliable compression-molded quad limbs with a fuss-free single cam, a firm draw stop, and a quiet, forgiving 75% let-off shot, all in Realtree green hardwoods camo across a wide 24-to-31-inch draw range and 50-to-70-pound weights. It was never fast - the 300-304 fps catalog figure rides a soft reference setup, and real hunting speeds sit below it - but speed was never the point. What I keep coming back to is the ownership record: buyers are still hunting these a decade and more on, several on the original string, which tells you more than any chronograph would. An excellent used buy for a first-time or budget-minded whitetail hunter, or for anyone who wants a dependable, low-maintenance backup that shoots dead in the hand, it is particularly strong at close-to-moderate treestand and ground-blind range. Buyers prioritizing more length and a little more speed should also look at the Bear Code, and those wanting the widest draw-weight adjustability for a growing shooter should consider the PSE Brute... read full review