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Posted: 11/23/2011 9:33:09 AM EDT

I almost pulled the trigger on a PSE Stinger at Cabelas in Neb. the other day. However it was not a whole package just the bow itself. I know I would have had to spent another couple of hundred to make it ready. Plus I know nothing about bows and I have no idea how good that was. So, can you guys suggest a bow package for me that would work well for hunting and not cost me an arm and a leg?

Thanks! BTW I am 6 ft 2" and weigh about 230lbs

Posted: 11/23/2011 9:49:00 AM EDT

[#1]

I purchased a Martin from BassPro several years ago after looking at all the Hoyt, Matthiews, ets. It was, if I remember correctly, approx $550 for it all. I have had great luck with it and it is USA made. I am sure there will be experts along soon to give you better advise, but I have had great luck with my Martin.

Posted: 11/23/2011 12:22:37 PM EDT

[#2]

Look at the Mission line by Mathews they have different bow packages. Thats what I did and haven't looked back

Posted: 11/23/2011 4:52:47 PM EDT

[#3]

my BIL just bought a Bowtech Assassin and I was very impressed with it. For the total cost of the bow vs. speed and smoothness I think its hard to beat.

Posted: 11/25/2011 2:27:22 AM EDT

[#4]

Look for a used Redhead Kronic. These are made by Diamond/Bowtech and are great bows.
I have one I paid $225 for that was just a year old. It is quiet, consistent and very forgiving.

These are sold by BassPro.

Posted: 11/25/2011 7:52:58 PM EDT

[#5]

Hey, thanks for the replies guys. All very good advice. I spent quite a bit of the day (much to my wifes dismay) looking at bows and trying them out. I really liked some of the Diamond Bows like The Stud. However, I was also researching on line and I have to say that the Mission Bows look quite good too. I want to try one out before I really Pull the trigger on one.

BTW.... That Redhead looks great

Posted: 11/26/2011 5:36:57 AM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
Thanks! BTW I am 6 ft 2" and weigh about 230lbs

Be sure to measure your correct draw length, as two people of the same size can certainly have different draw lengths. Measure your "wingspan" (tip of middle finger to tip of middle finger of outstretched arms), then divide by 2.5.

Welcome to the world of archery.

Posted: 11/26/2011 10:30:18 AM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Thanks! BTW I am 6 ft 2" and weigh about 230lbs

Thanks! I went and shot some bows yesterday and it seems that 29" is where I am at.

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