The new bows are out. Time for me to pick an old one

[Treeratslayer]

It’s that time of year when everyone flocks to the store to drop $2500 on a new bow setup to replace last years $2400 setup. And then there’s me, looking to make out on someone’s poor decision. I’m currently shooting a 2015 60lb Hoyt charger that I got my senior year. It’s killed its share of deer but I’m considering upgrading to something a little faster in 70lb. I’d like to stick with Hoyt as they’ve treated me well and our dealer is a good dude.

The question is how old do I look? Does a 2023 model have that much advantage over a 2022? Or do you pick up a 2024 someone shot a few months and is already dumping for a 2025?

At what point does the price and practicality balance out for the “bang for your buck” so to speak?

 

[Bump79]

I'd look at a leftover 2024 bow here after deer season is wrapped up.

 

[Treeratslayer]

I'd look at a leftover 2024 bow here after deer season is wrapped up.

That was a thought for sure. My shop already has them marked down for pretty good prices. I’m sure they’ll drop more in a month or two, but figured I better be on the ball because won’t leave me much time once it happens. Once they’re gone they’re gone


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[wnelson14]

It’s that time of year when everyone flocks to the store to drop $2500 on a new bow setup to replace last years $2400 setup. And then there’s me, looking to make out on someone’s poor decision. I’m currently shooting a 2015 60lb Hoyt charger that I got my senior year. It’s killed its share of deer but I’m considering upgrading to something a little faster in 70lb. I’d like to stick with Hoyt as they’ve treated me well and our dealer is a good dude.

The question is how old do I look? Does a 2023 model have that much advantage over a 2022? Or do you pick up a 2024 someone shot a few months and is already dumping for a 2025?

At what point does the price and practicality balance out for the “bang for your buck” so to speak?

What new Bow is 2500?

 

[Treeratslayer]

What new Bow is 2500?

Well base price on a rx9 is 2k. Add any sight, rest, and 6 arrows and tada.


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[wnelson14]

If you already have a bow set up why would the new bow need new sights, stabilizers and a rest if you already have those?

To me the new Hoyt at 2k vs the new Mathew’s lift $1300 is a no brainer.

I just picked up a (lightly used)brand new lift 29.5 for $900.

 

[Billy Goat]

If you like the dealer you have, and they know Hoyt's, that's probably what you should stick with.

Parts availability is the hiccup with older bows now. I'd look at a well discounted new, last year bow, get warranty, and will have parts available the longest.

 

[Bump79]

Here's a thought - if you like to hold on to a bow for awhile I'd check out a leftover Prime. You can pick up a leftover new bow, register it and then you get FREE strings and cables every two years for the life of the bow. So after two sets of strings in 4 years you've saved another $275-375 on strings/cables.

https://mountain-archery.com/products/prime-revex-2?variant=49684669530432

 

[Treeratslayer]

Here's a thought - if you like to hold on to a bow for awhile I'd check out a leftover Prime. You can pick up a leftover new bow, register it and then you get FREE strings and cables every two years for the life of the bow. So after two sets of strings in 4 years you've saved another $275-375 on strings/cables.

https://mountain-archery.com/products/prime-revex-2?variant=49684669530432

Hm. That’s interesting. I’ll give it a look


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[Bump79]

Hm. That’s interesting. I’ll give it a look


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For sure, I've got two of them that way. Check your shop to see if they are a dealer. Ideally that's what I'd do.

However, I've got one from Mountain Archery and had great luck with it. Had it for 5 years now and two sets of free strings

 

[Eastonsgrandpa]

It’s that time of year when everyone flocks to the store to drop $2500 on a new bow setup to replace last years $2400 setup. And then there’s me, looking to make out on someone’s poor decision. I’m currently shooting a 2015 60lb Hoyt charger that I got my senior year. It’s killed its share of deer but I’m considering upgrading to something a little faster in 70lb. I’d like to stick with Hoyt as they’ve treated me well and our dealer is a good dude.

The question is how old do I look? Does a 2023 model have that much advantage over a 2022? Or do you pick up a 2024 someone shot a few months and is already dumping for a 2025?

At what point does the price and practicality balance out for the “bang for your buck” so to speak?

Why is them getting new gear a “poor decision”? I’m in that camp. Just gave my nephews my Lift 33 and Alpha X 33 and bought an AX2 32 and ordered two RX9 Ultras. Doesn’t feel like a poor decision to me. I like new gear and typically buy two or three bows every year.

It’s all in what one person enjoys and finds value in. My hunting partner hasn’t EVER bought a new bow. In fact his two current bows are both ones he got from me. That’s his value set and it’s great. Works for him.