Roskoe

I love my 2005 Hoyt Protec - but at 38" long, it is no compact and is also no lightweight. Among the shorter (32" to 36") Hoyts, which one is the smoothest and most forgiving? I got a Reflex Growler last fall as a backup bow and am currently looking at the Vectrix and theVectrix XL. Haven't shot the XL, but the regular Vectrix was a lot smoother than the Trykon. Any thoughts on this one? Thanks. Roskoe.

mobow

The cam is the difference in smoothness. I didn't find the Zephyr cam to be very smooth at all, but the Vector cam most certainly is. I shot the Vectrix last year, and have the VectrixPlus this year. Honestly, you will have a more forgiving bow in the Vectrix XL, because of it's longer ATA. But the Vectrix will be a bit lighter, all be it not more than about 5 or 6 ounces. They both have the same cam so that won't matter, and the XL also has a 1/2" longer brace height. If you're after forgiving, the XL is definetly the better choice. Although I would say that the Vectrix is also incredibly forgiving.

If you need any other specific info, don't hesitate to ask. If I don't know, I'll find out.

TFOX

I shot the Katera XL this weekend and I really liked it,the draw didn't hurt my shoulder at all and it was on 62# which is 4#'s heavier than I hunt with.

I was also pulling it a 1/2" longer but without a loop and it was really stable(not quite as good as the 7-37) but really nice considering the geometry.


I am really considering this bow as a new hunting only bow for me.

Roskoe

Thanks, Mobow. I am currently bidding on a Vectrix XL over on e-bay, and have a buyer for my Reflex Growler. Funny how many times I catch myself doing this - I wanted the Vectrix all along, but wasn't willing to spend the money on it last fall. So I talked myself into the economy ofthe Reflex. But in the end, the economy route never really satifies . . . .

Roskoe

Todd - do you think the Katera is worth it over the Vectrix?

mobow

Be careful buying over Ebay Roskoe. That will void the warrantySHOULD you need it.

It's difficult for some to understand, but you're exactly right. It is cheaper in the long run if you just get the bow you want right from the start. If you "settle" for something else, you're just never really happy w/ it.

Roskoe

Thanks. That's probably part of the reason why the new 2007 Vectrix's are going for about $300 less than the pro shops.

TFOX

Probably not,but I don't have experience with the Vectrix XL and I know I like the Katera XL.The 320 IBO for that added energy from my lower poundage setup is also a plus considering I don't have to give up draw cycle for it.

OHbowhntr

Yes, and no. I really like my Trykon XL, even better than the Vectrix, but I liked the Reflex Ridgeline34 better than any of them. I bought my Highlander for $315 out the door NEW, wanted a Trykon XL, but didn't have those kind of funds(around $700)to spend at the time, so went with the Highlander. So I found a Trykon XL with a nice TT Micro Adjust rest, and WC strings for $400 delivered, so for around $700 and a little bit, I go a good bow, and a back-up. No warranty on the Trykon, but what's the likelihood I'll ever need it???? Not overly great, so I think it worked out ok for me personally.

As for 38" being too long, I think it's a matter of personal preference. The thing you will get from a newer Hoyt is the Parallel limbs however which certainly makes shooting the bow feel completely different (all good), but your Pro-Tec IS a good hunting bow by most accounts, and you're not likely to find the forgiveness of the Pro-Tec in anything shorter. Just my $.02, though, to each his own. If you don't mind the prospect of a used bow, AT.classifieds is LOADED with good deals!!!!

nodog

I'll give ya the ata being longer than cared for but, I have hefted the Trykon once. the PT is a lot lighter. I haven't seen where the new bows are any lighter than the Trykon.