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Mission
New Breed
Obsession
Parker
PSE
Ross
Rytera
Strother
Whisper Creek
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Brace Height

< 5.5 "
5.5 " - 5.99 "
6.0 " - 6.49 "
6.5 " - 6.99 "
7.0 " - 7.49 "
7.5 " - 7.99"
8.0" - 8.49"
8.5"+

AtA Length

< 31 "
31 " - 33.99 "
34 " - 37.99 "
38 "+

Draw Length

< 20 "
20 " - 24.99 "
25 " - 29.99 "
30 " - 31.99 "
32" - 33.99"
34"+

Draw Weight

< 20 lbs
20 - 29 lbs
30 - 39 lbs
40 - 49 lbs
50 - 59 lbs
60 - 69 lbs
70 - 79 lbs
80 lbs+

IBO Speed

< 260 fps
260 - 279 fps
280 - 299 fps
300 - 319 fps
320 - 339 fps
340 fps+
639 models, displaying 161 to 180
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Elite GT500
User rating:
out of 3 reviews
Elite GT500 Review

The Bottom Line:The Elite GT500 is a very adjustable all around bow suitable for different types of archery. While first models were cam specific, the latest modification has a modular-adjustable performance system capable of generating respectable speeds. With wide ranges of draw length and draw weight adjustment,... read full review

2010 Elite GT500 (Revolution Cam)

Brace Height

7.125 "

AtA Length

34.875 "

Draw Length

27 " - 31 "

Draw Weight

50 lbs - 90 lbs

IBO Speed

332 fps - 336 fps

Weight

4.1 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2008 - 2010
Specs changed, see full specs

Bear Home Wrecker
User rating:
out of 3 reviews
Bear Home Wrecker Review

The Bottom Line:To summarize, the Bear Home Wrecker would be a viable option for the lady archer in 2011. With having attributes like smoothness, light mass weight and a very comfortable 80% let off this could be just the rig for anyone from a beginner to someone not looking to break the bank on a weapon. It has eye... read full review

2013 Bear Home Wrecker

Brace Height

7.25 "

AtA Length

28.5 "

Draw Length

22 " - 28 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 50 lbs

IBO Speed

280 fps

Weight

3.2 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2011 - 2013
Specs changed, see full specs

Bear Instinct
User rating:
out of 5 reviews
Bear Instinct Review

The Bottom Line:To conclude, the Bear Instinct is a very good choice at very reasonable price point. The Instinct is quick, smooth, forgiving and has little to no vibration or hand shock which makes it a very shootable bow. For the bow hunter this will be a very value conscience and reliable choice. The addition of... read full review

2007 Bear Instinct

Brace Height

7.5 "

AtA Length

30 "

Draw Length

23 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

302 fps - 306 fps

Weight

4.1 lbs

Let-Off

75%

Manufactured: 2006 - 2007
Specs changed, see full specs

Elite Hunter
User rating:
out of 1 review
Elite Hunter Review

The Bottom Line:The Elite Hunter is a great hunting bow. The almost 32-inch axel-to-axel measurement makes it very maneuverable in all hunting situations whether in a blind, stalking, or sitting in a treestand. With an extremely forgiving brace height of 7.5 inches, hunters will be very pleased as well. The draw... read full review

2013 Elite Hunter

Brace Height

7.75 "

AtA Length

31.5 "

Draw Length

25 " - 31 "

Draw Weight

30 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

323 fps - 326 fps

Weight

4.3 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2011 - 2013
Specs changed, see full specs

Elite Pulse
User rating:
out of 2 reviews
Elite Pulse Review

The Bottom Line:The Elite Pulse is a speed bow with an extremely smooth draw cycle and rock solid back wall. Typically, archers interested in speed had to compromise with a harsh draw cycle and a short valley. The Pulse does not have either of these issues associated with many speed bows. For shooters interested... read full review

2013 Elite Pulse

Brace Height

6 "

AtA Length

34.125 "

Draw Length

26 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

340 fps - 343 fps

Weight

4.3 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2011 - 2013
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Elite Pure
User rating:
out of 1 review
Elite Pure Review

The Bottom Line:The Elite Pure offers versatility for shooters who participate in a variety of shooting types. For those shooters with a long draw, or those in the market for a longer axel-to-axel bow, the Pulse may be the bow for them. With fast speeds of up to 330 feet per second, a seven-inch brace height, and... read full review

2013 Elite Pure

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

36 "

Draw Length

27.5 " - 31.5 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

326 fps - 330 fps

Weight

4.1 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2011 - 2013
Specs changed, see full specs

Hoyt Carbon Spyder Turbo
User rating:
out of 2 reviews
Hoyt Carbon Spyder Turbo Review

The Bottom Line:Hoyt is finally offering a third style bow in the carbon riser series. In the past, Hoyt has stuck with a longer version and a shorter model, but never the Turbo. The long awaited addition of a speed bow in the carbon riser series is something never seen before. The only way to experience the performance... read full review

2014 Hoyt Carbon Spyder Turbo

Brace Height

6 "

AtA Length

33 "

Draw Length

24 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

30 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

340 fps

Weight

3.8 lbs

Let-Off

75%

Manufactured: 2014
Specs were not changed

Mathews Conquest Triumph
User rating:
out of 4 reviews
Mathews Conquest Triumph Review

The Bottom Line:The Mathews Conquest Triumph is a high quality, high end target bow from axle to axle. Capable of producing same great speeds all while being very forgiving are some great attributes; let alone it's one of the smoothest drawing target bows that Mathews has put into production. Also, this is the quietest... read full review

2011 Mathews Conquest Triumph

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

39 "

Draw Length

26 " - 32 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

325 fps

Weight

4.6 lbs

Let-Off

65% or 80%

Manufactured: 2010 - 2011
Specs were not changed

Hoyt Spyder 30
User rating:
out of 4 reviews
Hoyt Spyder 30 Review

The Bottom Line:Hoyt has always produced great shooting bows, and the Sypder is no exception to that. Hunting bows are getting shorter and shorter to meet the demands of a lot of hunters, and this bow does just that. With a lightweight frame of 3.8 pounds, tons of adjustability, and easily tuned, the Spyder is a great... read full review

2014 Hoyt Spyder 30

Brace Height

6.75 "

AtA Length

30 "

Draw Length

24.5 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

30 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

330 fps

Weight

3.8 lbs

Let-Off

75%

Manufactured: 2013 - 2014
Specs were not changed

Mathews Ignition
User rating:
out of 1 review
Mathews Ignition Review

The Bottom Line:In summary, the Ignition is a great value if you are looking for a bow without all the bells and whistles that the higher end models feature. The Ignition would make a great hunting bow for a woman who is interested in getting started in archery. The only reason that it should not be recommended as... read full review

2011 Mathews Ignition

Brace Height

6.5 "

AtA Length

31.375 "

Draw Length

19 " - 26 "

Draw Weight

20 lbs - 50 lbs

IBO Speed

278 fps

Weight

2.9 lbs

Let-Off

65%

Manufactured: 2007 - 2011
Specs were not changed

Elite Option 7
User rating:
out of 2 reviews
Elite Option 7 Review

The Bottom Line:The Elite Option 7 is a great bow with a favorable axel-to-axel measurement, a forgiving 7-inch brace height, and an IBO rating with 332 feet per second of acceptable performance. For some shooters in love with Elite, the Option 7 has many of the shootability characteristics from previous model years.... read full review

2018 Elite Option 7

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

32 "

Draw Length

27 " - 31 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

302 fps - 342 fps

Weight

4.3 lbs

Let-Off

75% - 90%

Manufactured: 2017 - 2018
Specs were not changed

Mathews MR8
User rating:
out of 4 reviews
Mathews MR8 Review

The Bottom Line:The MR8 offers arrow speeds up to 330 feet per second without sacrificing brace height like other speed bows. The draw is very nice and easy to adjust to. Shooters will find it very easy to get used to the forgiving 8-inch brace height as well. The 4.45-pound bare bow may be a little heavy for some... read full review

2014 Mathews MR8

Brace Height

8 "

AtA Length

33 "

Draw Length

27 " - 33 "

Draw Weight

50 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

330 fps

Weight

4.45 lbs

Let-Off

65% or 80%

Manufactured: 2012 - 2014
Specs changed, see full specs

Mathews Passion
User rating:
out of 1 review
Mathews Passion Review

The Bottom Line:Until now, female archers have not had many options to choose from. The Passion gives serious female shooters a bow they can use for a variety of reasons. With tons of adjustability and the technology one would expect from a Mathews bow, the Passion really does well at delivering everything in one... read full review

2011 Mathews Passion

Brace Height

6 "

AtA Length

29.75 "

Draw Length

22.5 " - 29 "

Draw Weight

30 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

325 fps

Weight

3.6 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2010 - 2011
Specs were not changed

Mathews LX
User rating:
no user reviews
Mathews LX Review

The Bottom Line:The Mathews LX is a classic worth understanding on its own terms: a 2003-2004 SoloCam that now trades used for $100 to $325, built on a long 35-inch machined riser with a perimeter-weighted single cam rated 315-317 IBO. Its lasting appeal is not speed - it is the combination that first-rate single cams... read full review

2004 Mathews LX

Brace Height

6.625 "

AtA Length

35 "

Draw Length

25 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

315 fps - 317 fps

Weight

4.25 lbs

Let-Off

80% or 65%

Manufactured: 2003 - 2004
Specs were not changed

Mathews MQ1
User rating:
no user reviews
Mathews MQ1 Review

The Bottom Line:The Mathews MQ1 is the smooth, forgiving single-cam hunter that defined an era, and time has been kind to what it set out to do. Built from 1998 through 2002 with unchanged specs, it pairs a long 37-inch axle-to-axle and a tall 7.5-inch brace with a 3.75-pound carry weight and a StraightLine MaxCam that... read full review

2002 Mathews MQ1

Brace Height

7.5 "

AtA Length

37 "

Draw Length

24 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

308 fps

Weight

3.75 lbs

Let-Off

70% or 80%

Manufactured: 1998 - 2002
Specs were not changed

Mathews Classic
User rating:
no user reviews
Mathews Classic Review

The Bottom Line:The Mathews Classic is the forgiving, low-maintenance single-cam hunter of the mid-2000s Mathews line, and time has been kind to what it set out to do. Launched at $589 MSRP and built unchanged from 2004 through 2007, it pairs a long 36-inch axle-to-axle and a tall 7-inch brace with a 3.6-pound carry... read full review

2007 Mathews Classic

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

36 "

Draw Length

27 " - 31 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

310 fps - 312 fps

Weight

3.6 lbs

Let-Off

80%/65%

Manufactured: 2004 - 2007
Specs were not changed

Bowtech Patriot
User rating:
out of 1 review
Bowtech Patriot Review

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User Reviews:

2005 Bowtech Patriot VFT

Brace Height

6.875 "

AtA Length

33.375 "

Draw Length

25 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

318 fps - 326 fps

Weight

4.063 lbs

Let-Off

65% - 80%

Manufactured: 2002 - 2005
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Mission Eliminator
User rating:
out of 2 reviews
Mission Eliminator Review

The Bottom Line:The Eliminator has a lot to offer treestand or ground blind hunters at a price that is very appealing. The short axel-to-axel parallel limb design bow offers enough speed and kinetic energy for a variety of big game species with a forgiving brace height and a wide range of adjustability. The Mission... read full review

2009 Mission Eliminator

Brace Height

7.125 "

AtA Length

30.25 "

Draw Length

24 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 70 lbs

IBO Speed

310 fps

Weight

4.20 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2009
Specs were not changed

G5 Quest Storm
User rating:
no user reviews
G5 Quest Storm Review

The Bottom Line:The G5 Quest Storm was introduced in 2015 and marketed for the shorter draw archer. It was a redesign of the Quest Radical the Storm gives better poundage adjustment, a slimmer grip, and slightly lighter overall weight. It has a 31" ATA, 30# - 60# draw weight adjustment range, and a 290 fps IBO. The... read full review

2016 G5 Quest Storm

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

31 "

Draw Length

23 " - 27.5 "

Draw Weight

30 lbs - 60 lbs

IBO Speed

290 fps

Weight

3.7 lbs

Let-Off

Manufactured: 2015 - 2016
Specs changed, see full specs

Bowtech Invasion CPX
User rating:
out of 7 reviews
Bowtech Invasion CPX Review

The Bottom Line:The BowTech Invasion CPX really is a flagship bow. It truly stands alone with a very impressive design by combining the speed and quiet nature comparable to the 2010 Destroyer Series and the shootability of any of BowTech's Center Pivot models packed into a short axle to axle bow of just over 31". Although... read full review

2012 Bowtech Invasion CPX

Brace Height

7 "

AtA Length

31.03125 "

Draw Length

26 " - 30 "

Draw Weight

40 lbs - 80 lbs

IBO Speed

343 fps

Weight

3.9 lbs

Let-Off

80%

Manufactured: 2011 - 2012
Specs changed, see full specs

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