When to change bows

[txbowhunter08]

I'm still shooting an old beater switchback just as much as my nitrum turbo, just because its old doesn't mean it can't get the job done. what i like i like.

x2 The switchback was way ahead of its time. Love mine

[WhiteBoy]

So, are you sayin it's the bow's fault you haven't killed anything?
I have only bought 2 bows in my life. First was in 1985. Second was in 2001. This last one fits me like a glove.
The way I see it, if it ain't broke, don't fix it!!!

well said, if it aint broke dont fix it!!

[HR3]

No idea when you should change.....I get the urge to buy one.....set it up, hate the feel or the way it shoots and it ends up hanging on the wall in my garage..... I wind up hunting with my old rigs because they're comfortable......latest urge is to try out Elite.....

[flywise]

Did this happen in the draw or release? Also on a different subject how hard is it to shoot traditional ?

Traditional is pretty easy after a solid year of practice
Some could probably be good in 7-8 months

[sqiggy]

Sqiggy not sure where I said it was the bows fault, thought I blamed it on the animals and actually was meant as a joke guess I forgot the smiley face.

When you start off by saying you haven't killed anything but targets in 2 years and then when to change bows, kinda makes me take it out of text.
Now, if you would have just said, "I've been bow huntin for 2 years now. When do yall upgrade to a new bow and why?", that, I would understand!!

My question is at what point did you make that step up in bow choice. What helped you make that choice speed how quiet it was balance in hand, or was it how light and easy it was to draw and hold. Not sure when I will upgrade but I would like to hear your reasons you changed.
Thanks

Now, with just that quoted, I changed solely on the tremendous upgrades made to bows from 1985 to 2001. With that, I went shopping and tried different bows out. Like I said earlier, the one I ended up buying fitted me like a glove. I only shot 2 arrows out of it and knew this was the bow for me. I did not buy it on the spot though. I shopped around and found a better deal at another shop.
Now, I know there are better bows out on the market now. But mine is still quite. I may not have the speed of todays bows, but I will take quite over speed everyday of the week.
With that said, if the bow you have now does not fit you like a glove, or if you have other issues with it, then it may be time to shop around. All I know, when you get your hands on that right bow, you will know it!!

[grizzman]

Only if you find one that shoots and feels better than the one you have Accuracy is the Injun behind the bow, not necessarily the bow.
The bow I shoot now is a 2009 model.

Same here. I like the way mine feels and shoots so no inclination to change.

[BigL]

Your bow is fine and can get the job done. Do you hunt in a treestand or tripod? If so switch to a ground blind. Less chance getting busted drawing back. If you hunt in the open having a bow that is easy to draw is most important to me. Having a speed bow does no good if they see you draw and are gone by the time you start to aim.

I usually get the itch every 3-5 yrs personally. There is enough technology improvements in that time to spend a little cash. Back in early 2000's I upgraded every 3 yrs. Last 2 bows were 5 years.

[Texas007]

I got ya sqiggy the targets comment was meant as I practiced ��. Thanks for the your thoughts on a quiet bow over speed. I think that I will try a few shops and see what's out there.


Bigl I hunt both a pop up ground blind that is getting upgraded as it is a little small.did not know what I needed and now have a better idea. The ladder stand is a double seat I believe is 15 ft high. Getting busted is a possibility, both spots that I have to hunt have livestock on them. I will be changing locations of both as I have done a little more surveying of the land. Kinda of put them up quickly as they were last minute opportunities.
Thanks

[Brett A]

I started out with an entry level bow. Shot that for about a year. Then bought a new bow. Shot that one until a limb cracked. Bought a new one that I loved, but getting older and after about three years, I decided I needed a bow with a lower draw weight. I have been shooting my current bow since 2011 and am starting to get the itch for a new one with an even lower draw weight. I like to shoot as many different bows that I can when I am shopping for a new one. The bow will pick you out most of the time.

[dave kaden]

you mention a lighter bow. heavier bows are more stable thru the shot and shoot much better. Of course you can add weight as required. longer bows are also more stable and how accurate a bow is should be your first priority> If you have not done it go to some three D shoots as see what the top shooters set up looks like . and See what sort of accuracy and skill can be achieved with the right tools, and putting in time and effort.
I enjoy shooting different bows and own several, but can't get rid of any, Love all in my bowcase... for different reasons..

[Gummi Bear]

I've only bought a handful of bows in my life (been shooting since I was 6)

My first compound, I shot for 15 years, then quit archery for a few years when I got married and started a family. I got back into it a few years ago, and upgraded bows. I went and shot everything on the market, and scored a super deal on a 2009 Elite. I still love to go and shoot new bows, but haven't found anything yet that has convinced me that I need to upgrade. I have had some pretty serious conversations with myself to reach that conclusion, however. I always seem to lose when it comes to trad bows, I've managed to accumulate 5 of them.

Specifications are neat, but I believe in shooting the bow that feels best to me.


All that said - go and shoot bows. Hit every shop you can find, and try everything in their inventory. You never know which bow might be "the one".

[txdukklr]

You're probably going to get 100 different answers. There are folks that go through new bows every year, and others that having been shooting the same bow for 15 years.

If you are happy with what you have, then I say stick with it unless you just WANT to buy a new bow. I'm 4 years and running with my current bow, lots of dead critters with it, and it shoots so good that there's no way I'm switching yet!

Jake

exactly when you want. I went 10 years in a row with a new bow every year . . . . then the z7 for a few years because i didn't like anything better . . . Now I'm back on the bow every year deal

[Jason Fry]

So, are you sayin it's the bow's fault you haven't killed anything?
I have only bought 2 bows in my life. First was in 1985. Second was in 2001. This last one fits me like a glove.
The way I see it, if it ain't broke, don't fix it!!!

Pretty much this fo me as well. Shot an old Browning from 97 to 2001, then bought a Q2. Still shooting the Q2, can't imagine ever feeling like spending money on another bow unless something catastrophically breaks.

[sqiggy]

Shot an old Browning from 97 to 2001, then bought a Q2. Still shooting the Q2, can't imagine ever feeling like spending money on another bow unless something catastrophically breaks.

They are sweet shooting bows!!!

[krisw]

Only bow I've owned is a Switchback XT. Got it in 05 or 06. Shy of something breaking that won't get warrantied, I doubt I buy another. Too much for me right now.