Compound Bow Comparator

The Mathews TRX 34 is the target bow for the archer the rest of the TRX line skipped - the short-draw shooter, the growing teenager, the crossover hunter who wants one quiet, accurate bow for the whole calendar. Launched at $1,849, it pairs a 334 fps IBO speed rating with the smooth, humpless C3X draw and the dead-in-hand shot that is the Mathews signature, all wrapped around a draw length that reaches down to 23.5 inches. What I keep coming back to is how a bow this compact still holds like a longer rig - the stiff bridged riser and near-parallel limbs give it a steadiness that belies its 34-inch frame. The three-mod let-off system lets a shooter dial the valley from aggressive to lazy, and the shared C3X cam means it tunes and feels exactly like its bigger TRX siblings. It is a bare bow at that price, so budget for a rest, sight, and bars on top. An excellent bow for short-draw target and 3D archers who want genuine speed and a rock-steady hold in a compact frame, and it is particularly strong as a do-it-all crossover for the archer juggling summer competition and fall hunting. Buyers who draw longer and want maximum on-the-line stability should also look at the TRX 36 or the Hoyt Invicta 37 SVX. Read full review...

An MSRP of $1899 is a ton of money to spend on any compound bow, regardless of the style of archery or brand. The Hoyt Invicta 37 SVX is expensive, and for some shooters may be really hard to justify. For others, having a Hoyt target bow designed to put shooters in the best possible position to win tournaments and prize money, the confidence and dependability from a really trusted company may be worth the cost. After the initial sticker shock, which again is a sizable amount, the Invicta 37 is an outstanding bow. There is a finish option for every shooter, the specifications allow shooters to use this model for indoor or 3D leagues, and the draw weight range puts this bow as a contender for anyone on the market for a high end target rig. There is a ton of technology packed into this model, a fair amount of customization to specifically match individual setups, and the modular grip are all areas providing shooters with a great overall experience. This model will more than likely not be a staple at the local bow shop to try out before buying. Shooters will more than likely need to trust Hoyt and the design team on hitting a homeroom, or attempt to attend a shoot where some models may be located to take a test shot with. As a true target bow, the Invicta 37 SVX has a great deal to offer the serious archer needing the edge to earn a few more points to get on more podiums. Read full review...

• Quiet, low-vibration shot that settles dead in the hand - only a light forward surge that dissipates instantly
• Smooth, humpless draw from the C3X cam, without the sharp speed spike hunting cams build in
• Long, stiff bridged riser that holds rock-steady on the pin at full draw
• Reaches down to a 23.5-inch draw length, giving short-draw and younger archers real target speed
• Crossover-ready - quiver mounts and a hunting-rest option let it double as a hunting rig

• Modular grip options
• Technology driven platform with proven success
• Fully designed target bow from a major company

• Some owners find the Engage grip round-ish and prone to torque - flat aftermarket side plates ($30-75) are an easy drop-in fix
• The 70V mod runs aggressive with a short valley - archers wanting a deeper, more forgiving hold should choose the new 75% or the 80% mod

• The sticker price is $1899