Bow reviews and advice

Hey everyone. I'm new to the forum and would like to say hello. I look forward to reading some great stuff, and posting the adventures of me and my 8 yr old son as we camo up and hit the hills. I have enjoyed Bow hunting all of my youth and younger years but due to work and family I have not been actively bow hunting for some time. I am in the market for a bow and I could really use some of your expertise and insights. I can't believe how the industry has changed over the years. In the research I have done, it seems like there are a ton of good choices and personal preference really weighs in. I'm not a speed freak and the bow size and weight is a concern as I spend most of my time in a tent above tree line.

I am looking at a few hoyts but I don't know the differences.
06 hoyt trykon new with no accessories for $550
Hoyt vipertech loaded for $550
Hoyt unltratech loaded for $600
Mathews LX loaded for $550
PSE Brute loaded for $500

Any thoughts or advice would be much appreciated. I'm sure I will enjoy anything compared to the dinosaur I currently shoot but I would like to get the most bang for my buck and there's nothing like reviews from hunters.
Again I look forward to getting back into the craziness and good luck to everyone as we prepare for the upcoming season.
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I can only answer to what I have and that is the hoyt ultra tec which they do not make anymore. I love mine, it is the best shooting, most forgiving bow I have ever had. Is it used? If it is truly loaded that is a decent price.

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Mark
The best advice I have for you is to shoot a few new bows and see which one feels best in your hands. Personally, I like the Hoyt line-up. I don't think you could go wrong with any Hoyt.

I shoot an XTec, my oldest son just bought a Hoyt Vulcan, and my youngest son shoots a Hoyt RinTec XL. We're all pretty happy with the Hoyt bows.
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Welcome back to bowhunting. Last year was my first after a 10 year layoff from an injury, but through the grace of the Lord and some effort on my part I'm back. Actually killed a good buck too. I had a Martin Sabre I got from http://www.pickaspotarchery.com and was very happy with the price. It recently became someone elses property and I went to Bass Pro and shot all the bows they had in the 50-60 pound range. I liked the Bowtech Diamond Black Ice best and bought it. Go try all the bows in your price range and pick one. Shoot friends bows too. It's hard to get a real objective opinion about something as personal as a bow because you get real attached to it. All I can say is the guys with the Matthews and Bowtech bows seem to do the least maintenance and keep them the longest. And beat me most during competion. God bless. Have fun.
Mark
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BOHNTR
I've been doing this archery stuff for over 30 years, and it ALWAYS should come down to your personal preference. There are MANY reputable manufacturers out there producing quality bows these days. Shoot them all, because what one archer recommends may not feel good to you. Same thing with accessories.....choose your own rest, arrows, broad heads, based on how you hunt.......

Go to an archery pro shop, not an outdoor retail store (Cabela's or BP).....these folks (BP or Cabela's) are not nearly as informative as someone who's livelihood depends on their archery knowledge. When choosing, be objective, shoot them with closed ears to everyone else, and pick the one YOU like. Good luck and have fun!
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I forget that not everyone likes to tune their own equipment. Going to a Pro Shop is the best advice. I'm an aerospace machinist and love to tinker and make things.
Mark
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Just wanted to say hello and welcome ya to the forums.. Everyone here has givin you great advice.. Your local Pro Shop will help you best. If you have multiple Pro Shops in your area go to all of them!! That way you can shoot makes that the other shops dont have.. Personally Im a Hoyt FAN.. In fact I shoot the ViperTec... I love the bow, the weight is very light and the short axle to axle length makes it really nice it tight cover and tree stands... The only negative thing about it is the short axle length is not very forgiving! But if you practice it wont be a problem!! Congrats again on getting back into the great sport of archery!!
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Just wanted to thank everyone for your info. I decided to look at and shoot as many bows as I could. I was extremely impressed with the guys at Wilde Arrow in Layton. What a patient and great group of archers. Cody and his father answered all my questions and gave me great advice.

After I started this post I drew out on the ARCHERY BULL ELK MANTI!!!!!!! YAHOOOOO. So I decided that I would be wise to get the best bow I could afford and give myself every advantage. They made me a deal on a new HOYT 737 fully loaded that I could not walk away from. I am a bit taller so the short split limb vetrix and many others would not be as forgiving. In short I really feel confident in my decision and that is key. I love the bow and Aug will not get here soon enough. Thanks again and good hunting.
Brad
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