But this is what the specific model can range from, such as: 30 to 40 lbs., 40 to 50 lbs., 50 to 60 lbs., 60 to 70 lbs. Please note: The draw weight for the bows listed doesn’t range from as an example 40 to 80 pounds for the one individual bow model. Some companies like Hoyt Archery are now using ATA, (Archery Trade Association) guidelines for speed, while other companies use the IBO (International Bowhunting Organization) speed ratings. All good bows and the MR5 seemed to hold on target exceptionally well, with or without a bow stabilizer for me and was fast.) Most of my bows I regret selling them later on, and these bows were no exception. (In 2011, I had a Mathews MR5, PSE Stinger, PSE Bow Madness XL pictured above and a Mathews Conquest Apex 7 for target. The target compound bows have become shorter overall in modern times. Note the axle to axle length in 2011 was generally longer for the majority of bows compared to today’s list, both in bowhunting bows and target bows. This list has a more complete database compared to the other 2010 table, with more bow brands like: Hoyt Archery, Bowtech, Martin Archery, Diamond Archery, Mathews Archery, Mission, Bear Archery, Darton, Strother Archery, Alpine Archery, Ben Pearson Archery, Parker Bows, Quest Bowhunting, Athens Archery, Elite Archery and a few other brands listed. (For a up to date list of the new 2021 compound bows, click on Compound Bow Comparison 2021.) Which compound bow was the fastest and best back then? What bow has a generous brace height and how heavy did the bows weigh? What axle to axle length were they? These are just some of the questions answered with this old bow database. So we dug a little deeper and found some specs from 2011. It was interesting to look at the specifications of the older compounds, compared to say, today’s new bows.
I had enough time to knock up another arrow before she ran off.Just recently we published an article on compound bow comparisons for 2010 models. The bow madness shot so smooth and so quite the other doe with her didn't know what happened. The arrow completely penetrated her and came out the other side. All I have to say is the PSE Bowmadness performed awesome! As I watched her walk closer I drew back with little to no sound, placed my nose on the string to look through the factory provided peep site, lined up my 30 yard factory provided pin, and that was all she wrote. The first day I was fortunate enough to have a doe walk up within 30 yards. I will post updates with pictures of the deer as hunting season goes along.ġ1/24/12 - Early Archery season in PA has come and gone. I would highly recommend this bow for any new or experienced hunter. Right off the show room floor this bad boy was ready to shoot and did it extremely well with a few minor length, weight, and sight adjustments. This bow will become a weapon of mass destruction when deer season comes. I was dang near splitting arrows by the time I was finished. The Bow Madness was shooting awesome with very low to almost no recoil and very little sound. I adjusted the sights two more times and I was right on.
The first couple shots came in three inches left and two inches high. A slight draw length adjustment and I was back in business without ripping my arm apart. My first shot with this bow left a massive welt on my inner arm. Needless to say I had about an hour wait because of all the last minute hunters (like me) buying their gear and practicing at the indoor range.