Crossbows

[dave29]

Well I missed the Archery season opener this year due to a messed up back. I can't pull my bow back without excruciating pain. Unfortunately it has been like that for a couple months. I am told by the doctors that I need back surgery, but I have been stretching, excising, and seeing a chiropractor the last 2-3 weeks with the hopes of putting it off as long as I can. It has been helping, but not enough to shoot my bow. I guess I have a decision to make soon.

With this being said, I am thinking about purchasing a crossbow to give myself more days in the stand. From what I understand, they are legal late season this year.

I have always been one of those guys that said he would never buy a crossbow, I always loved bowhunting, and didn't see a need for it. But, it looks like the tables are turned and now if I want extra time in the stand, I need to buy one.

I have researched them somewhat, and I see that the "10 point" brand of crossbows are a great bang for the buck.

Do any crossbow hunters have any equipment suggestions for me? I would like to stay at or under $600 for everything, because I'm hoping I will only be using it a season or two before I can go back to my compound bow.

To be honest, I just don't know enough about crossbows to go out and start buying stuff.

Here is the one that I am thinking about buying.

TenPoint Wicked Ridge Invader Crossbow 3x Multi-Line Scope Package - Dick's Sporting Goods

 

[firehawk1]

Not an expert on crossbows, but I have read good reviews on the Wicked Ridge crossbow. Personally I have a Horton TR-175 right now. Nice, accurate crossbow but kicking around the idea of getting a nicer (lighter) one next summer because of the new reg's taking effect next year. Been eyeballing the Stryker 350. It's about 1.5-2# lighter than the Horton.

Let the bashing begin!

 

[UltraRick]

A buddy has the 10 point and it shoots awesome. 2 inch groups at 40 yards!

 

[dcary7]

Hey man, you do what you can do to stay with your recreation. There's nothing wrong with using a crossbow if your back is messed up. Its a whole lot better than sitting at home wishing you were out hunting. Just be careful out there if your back is messed up. Hope you get healed up soon.

 

[Bert]

I have a Horton Vision 175 . Took a deer saturday afternoon at 70 yds . With a witness by the way . Hit him facing me with a neck shot . I'm sold on it . I was using mechcanical broadheads .

 

[Willie]

It is TenPoint quality at a lot lower price.

That is a good package to start out with.

If you haven't already please put in for your permit. I did 9 years ago and haven't looked back'..

For forms see..

HUNTING INDIANA - Crossbow & Disabilities Hunting Permit Application