NYWhitetailHunter

I have been recently looking into a new bow and in two catagories of what I want and have narrowed down to two in each. In the short A to A catagory we have Havoctec and SQ2. I have shot both and feel that the Havoc is a little more stable and vibration free but only shot about three times with each and I am not sure if that is enough to really make a decision. In the longer A to A catagory I have narrowed down to Cybertec and Q2 or Q2XL. All three are sweet shooting bows with little or no noise or vibration and probably the most accurate bows I have ever put my hands on. Although after shooting all three I would initially say that it is really between the Q2XL and the Cybertec but again haven't really shot them enough to make an educated decision. I currently shoot a Darton Excel 41" A to A 65% let-off 60# draw weight 31" Draw Length. My old man bought me this bow 7 years ago and it has done it's job every year and I will continue to shoot it for a while and mainly sentimental reasons though. I now need or want something a little lighter and faster and these bows seem to do the job. Does anyone have any suggestions or opinions on these bows or others that may fit the criteria. My bow shop only stocks hoyt, matthews, PSE, Darton, and Bowtech. Thanks for all your help. You know you all make me see every day why hunting is the greatest sport that I have ever been involved with. I really appreciate hearing about your stories and your opinions on all these topics. Thank God for forums like this for us to talk about our passion.

Jason N

Personal descision! These are some of the toughest choices one makes....especially if you're planning on holding on to this bow for some time.

If it were me, I would choose the SQ2. I am biased though, I have an FX and love it. Next bow will be shorter and faster. It all comes down to your preference....shoot them some more and make a descision. All the bows mentioned are quality equipment. I know I'd be happy with any of them.

5 shot

If I were to choose between those bows, I would go with the cybertech, but that is just me. choose the one you feel will provide you with all the shooting qualitys you are looking for.

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PABowhntr

Tough call, but since you asked for suggestions...Have you tried the Bowtech Patriot yet? It might be just what you are looking for. Low recoil/noise level and high speed. The physical mass weight of the bow is roughly equivalent to the Mathews models you mentioned and heavier than the Hoyts. The axle to axle length is roughly equivalent to the Q2 and with a similar brace height..at 34 inches and 7.25 inches respectively.

So far I still prefer the Havoctec to any of the other bows I have tried/owned but its short axle to axle length definitely isn't for everbody.

Good luck with whatever you choose.

NYWhitetailHunter

Thank you for your advice guys. I think that after all is said and done I will probably choose the Havoctec. I currently am shooting a 41" Axle to Axle Darton and want to have a nice short treestand bow. Again thanks for your help.

Maccjo

NYWhitetailHunter,
Could you give me the name and telephone# of your pro shop I am looking for a dealer that will let me shoot some Bowtech bows. I live in Carmel, NY my pro shop (Flying Arrow 845-228-5330) carries the same bow lines except has Martin in the place of Bowtech. I shot the Martin Altitude(30" A.T.A.) and liked it better than all the Hoyt Bows.
maccjo

Edited by - Maccjo on 02/28/2002 10:06:13

tm

I've been the short axle to axle route and for my draw length (29 1/2&quot I found that anything under 34" just wasn't as accurate for me. This is all depending on the cam and idler of course.

BBHPete

I to shoot a Darton Excel and don't plan to change. Thats my personal feeling though. I'm one that believe's that if it works good for me, then don't mess with it.

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NYWhitetailHunter

Maccjo:

Just in case you don't get my e-mail I also go to Flying Arrow. They don't currently stock bowtech but they will in the near future.

BBHPete:

I love my Excel and it is one of the most accurate shooting bows I have ever touched. I basically just want a hot rod bow not to mention having a back up is always nice.

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When shooting the Havoc and SQ2 I had no peep and no pins but at 15yrds I was grouping the size of a playing card. That was impressive to me that without any guidance and with a set-up not yet tuned for me I was that accurate. Anyway, I am coming to the conclusion that just about every bow out there is of good quality and like many of you have said it is all about personal taste and preference.

The reason I say Havoctec might be my end choice is the way that it felt. Without any stabalizer it was smooth and even weighted in my hand not to mention one of the most comfortable grips I have ever had my hand on. No chance of torquing it with that bow. Thanks again for the comments and suggestions.

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PABowhntr

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