Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
01-08-2002, 09:26 AM
#3
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: St. Paul Mn USA
Posts: 102
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
Minn,
I am in the same boat as you are. I have been shooting Mathews for over 5 years and really like their bows. Their 2002 bows will be debuted in about a month, so if you can hold off, it might be worth it. I am going to wait until they unveil the 2002 line before I buy. Of the bows you listed, the Q2XL will be the slowest but probably the most accurate. The Q2 will be the fastest, a good mix of accuracy and speed. The SQ2 will fall between the other 2 in speed, should handle like a dream in the treestand, but will lack a little in the accuracy department due to it's short axle to axle length.
I have also been considering the new Patriot from BowTech. It is similar to the Q2 but a little faster in IBO speeds.
Your decision should be based on what you will be using the bow for and whether you will be shooting with a release or not. The Q2 and SQ2 will definitely need to be shot with release. Just my 2 cents.
MN_BOWHUNTER
To look at the BowTech patriot here is the site:
http://www.bowhunting.net/eMagazine/...h-Patriot.html
I am in the same boat as you are. I have been shooting Mathews for over 5 years and really like their bows. Their 2002 bows will be debuted in about a month, so if you can hold off, it might be worth it. I am going to wait until they unveil the 2002 line before I buy. Of the bows you listed, the Q2XL will be the slowest but probably the most accurate. The Q2 will be the fastest, a good mix of accuracy and speed. The SQ2 will fall between the other 2 in speed, should handle like a dream in the treestand, but will lack a little in the accuracy department due to it's short axle to axle length.
I have also been considering the new Patriot from BowTech. It is similar to the Q2 but a little faster in IBO speeds.
Your decision should be based on what you will be using the bow for and whether you will be shooting with a release or not. The Q2 and SQ2 will definitely need to be shot with release. Just my 2 cents.
MN_BOWHUNTER
To look at the BowTech patriot here is the site:
http://www.bowhunting.net/eMagazine/...h-Patriot.html
01-08-2002, 09:02 PM
#5
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: LeagueCity Texas USA
Posts: 6
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
I have the Z Max and love it. I will soon be ordering the Mathews Safari for big game. It is a 70 to 100 # draw lbs in 10lb increments at 65% let off. It looks just like the Q2XL, but made of harder grade of Aluminum.
God, Family and hunting, got to get your priorities strait!
God, Family and hunting, got to get your priorities strait!
01-08-2002, 09:35 PM
#6
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: BIGBUCKVILLE ILL
Posts: 345
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
Speed rating on the Q2 and Q2XL are the same. I saw a bow report in some bowhunting mag and the Q2XL actully was just a tad faster with heavier arrows. I have a Q2 and depending on what comes out this year I am planning on a Q2XL if I can find a grip that I like. Thats the one thing that I do not like about Mathews is the grip. If I cant find a grip then I will probly get a new hoyt.
01-08-2002, 09:49 PM
#7
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Cincinnati oh USA
Posts: 626
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
Yep I got to get one of them Mathews Safari for myself.....man it should do a number on big game....watch out elk! well I hope to make it out west this coming fall! <img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>
01-09-2002, 10:57 AM
#9
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Ohio
Posts: 134
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
ILL BUCK
Check out www.shrewd-one.com This is IMHO the best grip ever made.I have them on all my Mathews and know several others that love them as well.
Check out www.shrewd-one.com This is IMHO the best grip ever made.I have them on all my Mathews and know several others that love them as well.
01-09-2002, 11:06 PM
#10
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: BIGBUCKVILLE ILL
Posts: 345
RE: Q2XL, Q2, or SQ2
OHarcher, what is the difference between standard and low wrist grips ?? What would mathews grips be considered ??? I like hoyts grip, what would it be considered ?? Thanks.
Edited by - ILL BUCK on 01/10/2002 00:30:33
Edited by - ILL BUCK on 01/10/2002 00:30:33