Crossbows ? what to look for

[singlestacksig]

After sending my wife a photo on another oak tree totally rubbed by a buck this week, I was told to go buy a crossbow so I can hunt early archery next year...

So what should I consider when shopping? I will be looking for one that has, or can me mounted with, a crank do to arm injury pulling the cord by hand may be to hard..

 

[Willie]

My suggestion is to find a shop that will let you "test drive" different brands and models. Then let the crossbow pick you.

If you need a crank cocking device then the very best crossbow out there with the very best crank is TenPoint. Hands down.

Good luck..

 

[windingwinds]

I would recommend a rest to hold it up, and try to find a light one. We were amazed on how heavy most of them are. I also think most people use a crossbow sling to take out in the woods.

 

[singlestacksig]

We just went out to the local archery shop, and they won't let crossbows be used on their range.. bolts are to strong for the backstop ..

 

[1946]

If you've got the time between now and next season, go to Cabela's. They have a nice selection and a range to try before you buy.

 

[ALB]

Are crossbows going to be legal next season for the early archery season? Is this a fact?

 

[singlestacksig]

the rule changes are in the final steps..

 

[rao]

A good friend of mine works at Gander Mtn in the archery section and he is a real fan of some of the new PSE's. He claims they have one that shoots 415 fps with over 100 ft lbs of energy. He said at a recent show, they lined 20 guys up who have never shot crossbows on a target 100 yds away. He said the largest group was 2". Very impressive. I must admit I'm still a die hard bow hunter but the idea of expanding my effective range from 50 yrs to over a 100 certainly does have its appeal.

 

[Willie]

the rule changes are in the final steps..

Usually just a formality. I've been told that the governor was well aware of these changes WAY before any public meetings were held.

I'd say it is pretty safe to go crossbow shopping...

 

[Streakyzero]

I have an Excalibur Equinox and I love it! I did a lot of shopping around before I decided on this one. It is a recurve which means you only have to worry about limbs and string, no cams! It does have a 225lb draw weight though! In my opinion the tenpoints are way over priced, there are many other compound crossbows just as good for less money! Good Hunting!

 

[mertbl]

Even if something happens and the changes don't go through they can still be used in the late season.