New to archery - what bow to get?

[Villreinjeger]

I´m new to archery, but has shot a few in earlier years with good results.

Hoping to be able to hunt Tahr, Chamois and red deer with a bow next year. Hunting will likely be in steep mountainous areas on the West Coast of New Zealand. Backpack hunt in rough terrain..

Thinking myself that 60lb+ draw force is essential?

What kind of bow do people use as their backpack, high-country bows?

Any advice greatly appreciated!

 

[Coyote Commander]

Shoot as many different ones as you can and pick the one YOU like best.

 

[justin davis]

Shoot a bunch of different ones.
I'm kinda on a Hoyt kick lately.

 

[billdoe5]

Elite Archery

 

[Villreinjeger]

I will go and try a few before I make up my mind, was more looking for some help to go in the right directon.

What sights should I go for? Want something durable and protected..

In other areas I´ve sort of lived by, "buy once - cry once", and was wondering about the Dream Season DNA from PSE...?

 

[Nick Muche]

The DNA is a pretty sick bow... I know that I liked shooting it. Very solid backwall and a sweet shooter.

 

[PhillyB]

Elite Archery

x2 You wont be disappointed

 

[ScottP]

I shoot a mathews heli-m. Its light, and I like the way it shoots (my first new bow in over 12yrs) so it was a pleasant upgrade

 

[Craig Van Arsdale]

pay more attention to getting the propper draw length and draw weight rather than which brand and most any bow will do to get started on.

 

[Racethesunset]

Welcome to the club! A buddy and I got our first bows this year too. He spent almost a thousand bucks less than I did and went with a 2013 Hoyt Charger with Fuse everything. I ponied up went with a Hoyt Carbon Element G3. They both shoot amazingly well... the G3 is a better bow, quieter, less vibration, and is a hair more accurate in my hands. But I have massive respect for the $500 Hoyt Charger as well. I considered the Heli-m as well, but went with the Carbon Element because of my past experience with carbon fiber in road and mountain bikes. Witnessing it's benefits across genres, and now in archery, I appreciate the carbon layup process, durability, and weight savings.

 

[Rocky]

Shoot what feels good. My first bow was pse ( no complaints for being a used bow), then a Martin ( no complaints), bowtech guardian ( really good bow very quiet and accurate, but heavy). About two weeks ago I got a Hoyt carbon element. It shoots very smooth and accurate. I highly doubt I'll have any complaints with this bow. As far as sights I really like a single vertical pin. I think the single pin gives you a better sight picture while shooting. If you are hunting steep country I would highly recommend you get a sight with second and third axis adjustments. I also like a sight that is micro adjustable. I put the tommy Hogg by spot Hogg on the new bow. The sight is easy to adjust and rock solid. I'm transitioning to a back tension release from the conventional wrist strap with the trigger activated with the index finger. Have fun shopping.

 

[theedz]

First off Welcome to Bowhunting! Its addicting! The more bows you can shoot the better you will be with finding the right bow for you. If you can shoot a lot of different ones, even a beginner can feel the differences in bows. Its almost as if the bow picks you if you can try many. I personally shoot New Breed Archery Genetix bow and love them. Be hard for me to switch to a different one. Great company, exceptional service and best bow I have ever shot, and I have shot a lot of them! Good luck!

 

[billdoe5]

Whatever you do dont get a Mathews.. One of the worst/slowest bows of the market and their logo is catch us if you can lol seriously .

 

[billdoe5]

Best bow on the market these days is the Strothers...

 

[Ridge Ghost]

I really like my Hoyt. That said, there are plenty of good bows on the market. It's much more important to get set up with your correct draw length, learn good, repeatable form, and tune it right. A good pro shop will help you with all of these things. When are properly set up and have plenty of practice under your belt, most of the bows on the market will do just fine for you. Shop around and decide for yourself what you like.

 

[Ridge Ghost]

To answer your question on durable sights- my Black Gold has been great. People seem to like Spothoggs as well.

 

[justin davis]

Spot hoggs are really great sights top notch.

 

[Villreinjeger]

I´ve done a bit of research on various sites lately, and has landed on the following bow available from a local dealer:

Opinions on my choices are greatly appreciated!

PSE Compound Bow Dream Season DNA 2013
G5 Sight Optix XR
Qad Ultra Rest HDX (or Ripcord / Spott Hog Whammy or Premier?)
Carter Chocolate 4

Have tought about the Ulmer Edge Broadhead. Other suggestions? What arrows to choose..?

Would like to be able to shoot up to 70-90m skills permitting..

 

[Racethesunset]

I´ve done a bit of research on various sites lately, and has landed on the following bow available from a local dealer:

Opinions on my choices are greatly appreciated!

PSE Compound Bow Dream Season DNA 2013
G5 Sight Optix XR
Qad Ultra Rest HDX (or Ripcord / Spott Hog Whammy or Premier?)
Carter Chocolate 4

Have tought about the Ulmer Edge Broadhead. Other suggestions? What arrows to choose..?

Would like to be able to shoot up to 70-90m skills permitting..

+1 for the QAD ultra hd rests - excellent performance, just keep that identifier fletching pointed up.

For arrows, check out Easton Carbon Injections - they have been bulletproof for my use so far. Matches the relative price and budget of the rest of your list.

 

[Villreinjeger]

Yes, it´s a bit on the expensive side, but..... want it!

will have a look at those CArbon Injections, but after I´ve shot a bit. They´re pretty expensive to loose or wreck..