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Post by hoyt1166 on Feb 7, 2006 23:24:46 GMT -5
Got an opportunity to get one of these bows. Which would you choose and why? I'm not that interested in brand loyalty (if I were I'd buy the Hoyt as my name implies). I have an opportunity at either bow and was wondering what others thought based on performance rather than personal preference.
Thanks!
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Post by Decatur on Feb 8, 2006 7:53:25 GMT -5
Buy the Hoyt, that way you can buy it at the Sportsman's Lodge in Decatur town!
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Post by jstalljon on Feb 8, 2006 7:55:13 GMT -5
Got an opportunity to get one of these bows. Which would you choose and why? I'm not that interested in brand loyalty (if I were I'd buy the Hoyt as my name implies). I have an opportunity at either bow and was wondering what others thought based on performance rather than personal preference. Thanks! Adam's not GIVING it to you is he!!!! LOL Shoot them both and go with your gut! |
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Post by hoyt1166 on Feb 8, 2006 8:23:59 GMT -5
I'm trading him one of my guns. I wanted to have a back up bow and either bow is available to me. Here's the problem. I've shot both of them. The Hoyt was faster and a little quieter. The Matthews was smoother and a little lighter. Both are great bows and you can't go wrong with either one of them in my opinion. The gun was a pretty decent one, so I want to make sure I make the right call. I'll probably go back up there this afternoon, shoot both of them again and then make a decision. Sometimes, this decision is harder than asking my wife to marry me. Actually, that was an easy decision. She's a fine wife. (Phew, she's gone now......that was a close one ;D)
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Post by hornharvester on Feb 8, 2006 9:26:25 GMT -5
Id go to a Hoyt and Mathews pro shop and shoot both of them, then decide which one felt the best and thats the one id buy. h.h. (ps, I'm partial to Mathews)
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Post by hoyt1166 on Feb 8, 2006 10:32:47 GMT -5
HH,
You ever shoot out at Bass n Bucks?
Hoyt
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Feb 8, 2006 14:28:03 GMT -5
Go with the one that fits the best & gives you the confidence to take the tough shots.
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Post by trapperdave on Feb 8, 2006 17:14:29 GMT -5
neither.....Martin  |
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Post by lugnutz on Feb 8, 2006 20:54:40 GMT -5
If you've had good luck in the past with the Hoyt's why would you even consider shooting a mathews even after you've shot both of them, and realize that they are both excellent bows.  Lug |
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Post by hoosier on Feb 9, 2006 1:09:12 GMT -5
If it were me I would look at 2 things in particular as they are both top-notch bows. First would be the grip (very subjective as everyone likes a certain feel over another). Secondly I would pay close attention to which has a smoother draw. The other criteria of speed means very little as a few f.p.s. difference means nothing in a whitetail thicket. As for which bow is quieter would again mean little to me as I have never had a deer "jump the string" like you see on the hunting videos sometimes. Maybe those penned deer get jumpy from all of their comrades being shot on a regular basis or maybe I am just lucky. They are both great bows as you know. I have shot a Mathews LX for about four years now and see NO reason to trade it for ANYTHING else. Let us know what you decide Hoyt'. Hoosier. P.s. .......Another consideration should be ata length. If you have a longish draw length you will probably be happier with a longer ata length as it will help with a peep if you use one. Good luck.
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Post by hornharvester on Feb 9, 2006 1:59:07 GMT -5
HH, You ever shoot out at Bass n Bucks? Hoyt Hoyt, Only a couple of times. I had them replace a broken cable and shot inside to check things out. Ive not shot their outdoor course. The owners are nice and friendly people. h.h. |
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Post by hoyt1166 on Feb 9, 2006 8:55:46 GMT -5
Alright folks, let it never be said that I don't have an open mind. I decided to go with the Mathews Switchback XT. The deciding factor for me was the smoothness of the draw. The Trykon has a huge wall that you have to get past right at the end of the draw and I didn't care for that. The difference in speed of the Trykon vs the XT was only 3 fps, so that really wasn't a consideration. So now, I have both a Hoyt and a Mathews and I'll feel comfortable should I ever get to take a bowhunting trip somewhere and I'll get to take 2 bows.
Thanks for all the advice.
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Feb 9, 2006 13:39:43 GMT -5
Should make for an interesting new screen name hoyt.
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Post by Decatur on Feb 9, 2006 14:01:36 GMT -5
MathewsIusedtobeHoyt, sounds good to me!
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Feb 9, 2006 15:33:15 GMT -5
You're killin me decatur. LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by hoyt1166 on Feb 9, 2006 15:38:43 GMT -5
Well, if it helps, I still shoot a Hoyt. This is just one fine example of how two things from different worlds can co-exist in harmony. Kinda like the regular bow versus the crossbow.....the two can exist in harmony and mutual respect ;D
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Feb 10, 2006 13:42:31 GMT -5
Well, if it helps, I still shoot a Hoyt. This is just one fine example of how two things from different worlds can co-exist in harmony. Kinda like the regular bow versus the crossbow.....the two can exist in harmony and mutual respect ;D Well said. |
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Post by solohunter on Feb 10, 2006 17:48:36 GMT -5
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Post by Tye on Feb 21, 2006 23:55:37 GMT -5
I work at an archery/bowhunting shop, and I can say, that Hoyt Trykon has one really smooth draw. We have 3 in stock. Also had a special order on a Mathews Switchback today, it is a sweet looking bow too. Shoot both of them and then decide.
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Post by Rick Lyon on Mar 17, 2006 10:05:03 GMT -5
Both are excellent bows. Shoot them both and see which one feels the best for you.
I did vote for the Mathews because that is the one I choose and couldn't be happier with it, but no one else is me and I stand by my first statment.
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