I just went through this process. I'm running a very light bow, with a shorter axle to axle (30 inch). I'm generally a minimalist. I like gadgets as much as the next guy, but I try to stay realistic. I would rather keep my bow light and simple since half of my hunting is backpack hunting. Thus far it has served me great for whitetails, but the more mule deer and elk hunting I do the more I want to be confident at longer ranges. In the past I questioned the value of my 6 inch Axiom stabilizer. I shot the same with and without it 20-50yrds, but I kept it on because it was minimal. That said, I just didn't like my groups at 60 yards and further. They should be better...really need to better in order for me to take a shot at those distances. I'm pretty conservative with my shots and don't mind waiting for a high probability shot. I decided to try the B-Stinger with sidebar. Right now I'm running a 10inch out front and 8 inch side, but I also bought the 12 inch which I haven't tried yet. I have to admit I was skeptical and was a little shocked how much more accurate my shooting was between 60-80 yards. Noticeable improvement. It helped the pin float a little, but I really noticed an improvement in settling the bow down, making it much more smooth during the shot. I haven't carried it on a true backpack hunt yet (this weekend in CO for a week), so I may have more opinions after that trip. So far I'm a believer and feel it's worth it.