Appreciate what you have accomplished. You make bow shopping decisions easier! Awesome channel, keep rocking it!!

I really appreciate the honesty, and the neutral comparison between all the bows. Not being affiliated with one or the other companies makes the decision process more real. It does in the end come down to what fits each person better. I’m looking forward to seeing the full bow build.

_As someone who is just getting into archery, this was suuuuuuuper helpful!_ *_Thank You!_*

@bradmoulton138

4 ай бұрын

If you are JUST getting I to archery...NONE of these bows should be in your wheelhouse.

@c.r.rg9529

Ай бұрын

Why is that? Buy once cry once?Right? Im new to archery as well​@@bradmoulton138

@gordonneverdies

Ай бұрын

​@@bradmoulton138 Why? If he has the money why not buy a superior bow?

I really like that you brought someone in looking to buy and had them shoot a few options. It also enhances comments from you that are informative to the people Watching for more insight. Thanks!!

Feel is subjective and will be different for everyone. Great video. Keep them coming!

I have watched a ton of videos on Hoyt Alpha and the Lift. I really appreciate you providing a demonstration that I could reproduce allowing me to experience the stability of the longer riser. I have experienced strong wind gusts so that was a very realistic consideration for me. Thanks so much

Great video as always. Though I may not always agree, I always learn something to add to my archery toolbox of knowledge. Thank you for these and your other videos.

Great video, real results, with a real customer. Great content as always! That riser test is really interesting as well.

You should do more of these videos with customers. Great job!

Really looking forward to part deuce. Will help me a lot to better understand what to look for when purchasing and having a new bow properly set up. Thanks

Really enjoy these compares and get a lot out of them. I have the same draw length and shared similar priorities, so very helpful.

Thanks for the run down on how to select a bow. You are so right that a bow for a person is specific to the individual. Most manufacturers make great equipment so it just boils down to side by side for everyones decision. I picked a Darton over a Bowtech and Mathews last year and am pleased with that personal choice.

love this video, I am a short guy also 5'7" ( thanks mom and dad) and have been shopping and researching bows for my first bow purchase. Just waiting for my local shops to get some Mathews bows in so I can do this same type of comparison. My buddies have Hoyt, Bear and Mathews but I figure Buy once Cry once.

Great video, love to see the short ATA bows get some love for once. Mathews Lift is an amazing bow and by far the one i would pick of these 4 options, surprised how poorly the bow tech did

Very enjoyable video.I’m in the middle of picking a new bow so this was particularly fun to watch.

Thanks for your time. Great analysis.

Thank you for these videos, after a several year break I’ve gotten back into shooting with my grandson. Your process of working with clients to score bows is really good and solid, great job. We were out shooting Friday and my grandson is consistently low right 12”. Can you do a video for us beginners on what to look for so we understand the problems we are experiencing and how we mayaddress the problems at home?

I really like the format, please do with longer ata bows

How the dog is watching over the situation is soo funny.. Nice video.. great bows..

Its so unique how one bow fits each and every person differently. Trying out all bows really do help, once you shoot the right one you know immediately which one is for you. They all are good bows cant go wrong with any of them. Just gotta pick the right one. Fun video

@sev3nvprl

6 ай бұрын

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@c_hawks2092

6 ай бұрын

That’s how I’ve felt with both of my primes. I’ve always been shocked at how underrated they are

this video is great for many reasons.. thanks for the great review!

Yes. Please do the longer BOW VERSION!

Great information. Thx for posting this video!

Im a Mathews guy and I think its because the familiarity with always having a Mathews but I almost bought the Alpha X because to me it was RIDICULOUSLY smooth to draw. I have a 28" draw. The LIFT won out because it felt better in my hand and the Alpha X felt like a tank in my hand after the LIFT. All these bows are SICK!!! Id take any of them into the woods.

It's critical with the available technology today to try multiple brand's and designs. I took your advice and tried 4 different bows, three different brands and settled on the Hoyt Alpha X. All of my hunting is done near my residence in coastal NC so the 30" fit my style of hunting from a saddle even with a 29.5 " draw length. Great content!

Great work Josh, Can we try this format video with the 33 ata bows please

I liked watching Keith's decision process in what he was looking for and why. I wouldn't mind coming in and doing the longer A2A for ya!

Love the video I think Kieth and I are pretty similar size draw length and draw weight, also looking for same things in a bow I also shoot a hoyt now this was very helpful for me as I’m looking for a new bow

Great video. I really like your process .

Very cool to watch. Would love to see one with longer axel to axel and draw length

Awesome video! Would love to see one with the longer bows. Alpha x 33, evolve 33 and the lift 33. As a leftie my bow shops don’t usually bring in all the high end bows for me to test so I like watching these comparison videos to help me arrow down the choices.

Great video love to see a longer ATA comparison

Guys, great job. Good info. I'm in the market!

Just bought a bowtech core sr, I did try the Mathew’s bow, and think that I’ll be picking one up as a second. And I do love watching all your episodes. I live away up in Virden, Manitoba, and there’s not too many places close for me to take my equipment in, that’s one reason I bought the bowtech was the ease of tune ability.

Great video. Please do a sequel focusing on the longer ata versions!!!

@northweast1

5 ай бұрын

I agree!!

i just bought a Mathews lift really does feel amazing if you want it the speed is there they are one of the best i cant wait to get in the woods

Great video! Definitely interested to see how it swings with the longer ATA to throw the Ethos into the ring

Something that I have found very critical for me is how sensitive and constant a bow is to form. I find that different bows may be more or less forgiving to each individuals hand placement and release. I test this during my tuning phase by shooting multiple arrows through paper to see how small hand placement changes and torque affects arrow tune. This seems to help with overall accuracy and consistency in most cases.

I would love to see a video like this with the longer version bows! While not the focus of this video the speeds generated at 27” draw and 60 would be interesting. Good process, great content!

Definitely would like to see a video on the longer ATA bows.

I like the idea of this video. Take any person and fit a bow to them. I’m on the market for a budget long draw bow. Every shop I’ve walked into they just tell me 1-2 options and it’s never great.

Awesome guys great info!

I’ve shot the new Mathew’s Hoyt and bowtech. And the Hoyt alpha x 33 felt the best to.. I’m coming from a bowtech sr350. It really is the person shooting the bow and I do also believe that everyone of these bows will feel different at different draw links that’s just my opinion

Great video! Please do another longer axel to axel video and include the ethos

I’m looking at the 33”. I’ll fly out there and have you help me. 😁 I currently shoot the RX7U in 80#. Looking at the new Alpha X, Lift, SR Core, and Elite. Wanting to stick with either 75 or 80 pounds, so the Bowtech may already be out unless we can get a SX80 in the mix. I’m also interested in the Prime, but I don’t have a Prime dealer close to me.

Great video. Keeping it real!

Another excellent video and strait to the point sign me up for the longer axle bows even tho I have a short draw always been more partial to 33-35 bows

Do more videos like these. Very helpful.

Thought that was informative. I am 6’3" with 30.5” draw. Would like to see longer axels comparisons.

Awesome!!! I want to come experience one at 33 and more weight!

Matthews who would’ve thought. It’s a good bow mines on order your videos always have good content. Thanks.

Thank you. Good timing for me. I'm buying a bow this year and haven't bought one in 20 years. I'm obviously starting from scratch since their are not many similarities anymore to what I have.

@thorwaldjohanson2526

3 ай бұрын

Went through it last year as a first timer getting into the sport. Sadly I don't have a competent pro shop near me. His videos really helped and I ended up buying the bowtech reckoning gen 2. The amazing tuneability was the major selling point for me, because I had to do everything on my own and I love tinkering. But being able to go to a good pro shop and shoot all the different bows and have them set up correctly is amazing. Hope you have that opportunity!

@Johnbobon

18 сағат бұрын

​@@thorwaldjohanson2526 I've been tempted by the Reckoning the past few seasons. I've shot a Bowtech Experience since 2013, but the geometry (low reflex) and easier tunability of that new Reckoning appeals to my sensibilities. Just seems like it could mature me a better shot, all else remaining equal.

@thorwaldjohanson2526

16 сағат бұрын

@@Johnbobon I absolutely love it. The tuneability is just amazing. The only drawback might be the weight, but it's not too bad

Mathews, Hoyt, Bowtech, Prime, PSE, Darton, Bear, Elite, Athens - all putting out some solid choices. This was done right - shoot a bunch and pick the one you like and go with it. A significant majority of archers are the limiting factor in terms of accuracy, not the bow they shoot.

@ShawnGilbert1967

6 ай бұрын

Would have liked to see the Prime Ronan tossed in for a sub 1000 test to compare for a guy of which money is no concern

@huntsimple9527

6 ай бұрын

My guess is this guy was looking for a shorter A to A than the 34" on the Ronan. I think the Ronan will be a huge hit for Prime this year, and clearly Prime is the only company listening to the truth of the economy right now. I have close ties to a couple archery shops, and they are ordering significantly less bows this year because sales are WAY down across the board. @@ShawnGilbert1967

Just curious are we gonna get a 5 bow build from you this year because last year's was a 4? It would be cool to do a carbon bow for this as well. Love the content. Helps me be a better shooter.

Great video thanks

Do you have a breakdown for draw length to bow length axel-to-axel? I am 5'9" and have about a 28.5 draw length and shoot a 34 axel-to-axel bow, should I be shooting a 29.5?

Just wondering if you would class the CHECKMATE QUIVER as a PSE Quiver

Great ride, not sure of the destination????

I don't get the hate for mathews

@user-df4fm7cc6l

15 күн бұрын

Because it’s been the best for years so people are gonna hate them

I shoot an Evo xf 33 right now. That being said I’ve shot the new Hoyt’s,elites,Mathews. When I first shot the alpha x, in thought man I might be buying a Hoyt this year. Especially since I was considering carbon and liked the 1/4 inch draw increments. After shooting the lift 33, imo is a way better shooting experience then the others I listed. Plus it’s as light or lighter then most carbon bows out.

I would give anything to be able to go into a bow shop and be able to shoot 4 bows to decide what I like being low poundage nobody around me carries all the bows to shoot so I always have to go off reviews on what to buy . Sometimes they might have a bow to shoot but never multiple jealous that I’m not strong enough to be in the 60 lb range . Awesome videos I know it’s a tuff sell for a bow shop to carry low poundage bows around me it’s all special order . Guess it’s like being a lefty lol

Great video!

Good video. Let’s see the longer ATA now👍

Nice work MFJJ. This gentleman chose what he preferred. 👍

Thx for this great vid

Getting both ends of the spectrum would be good to see. I’d also be interested to see how Keith compares to someone else on the grips, draw cycle and back wall at those longer draw lengths

Good honest video. Interesting to hear someone else’s perspective even if my opinion differs.

I knew what bow he was gonna pick out before I opened this video up. Everyone chooses a Mathews bow in these vide d, but with that being said on this bow I do believe it’s a good solid platform since I shot one last week. Mathews is putting out a great bow this year.

You could do this video with a girl, with a big dude that pulls 80 and an old guy that wants to pull 60. It’s cool to hear what different peoples opinions are. And screw Mathews…. 🤓

@brianloeffler2245

6 ай бұрын

Why screw Mathews ? because your manufacturer of choice don't come close to the changes Mathews made this year. Your obviously a fan boy of a different brand. You sound like a buddy of mine , well a guy I use to hang out with. But his knowledge of everything he gets is the best. And bringing his dogs to the hunt shack and refusing to pick up their shit. Has now brought the hunting partnership and friendship to an end. Don't be so negative that gets really old after time !! And if you have a dog's and bring them to others places pick up their shit !! Better yet just don't bring them !!

@donovanstockton44

6 ай бұрын

@@brianloeffler2245 I'm pretty sure Brandon had tongue firmly planted in his cheek with that comment. No doubt, Mathews turned out a very interesting bow this year. A lot of excited buyers out there. I'm not a fan of a stiffer draw so I'll stick with my Phase 4 (an incredible bow). I remain immune to Mathews marketing and Chris Bee& Jeff Sturgis.

@dirtjunkie2749

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, Brandon... Don't bring your dogs if your not going to pick up their shit lol. Where tf have you been? Patiently awaiting more content my man.

@brianloeffler2245

6 ай бұрын

@@donovanstockton44 Ya I didn't even realize it was McClown shoes !!

@GarrettOutdoors

6 ай бұрын

@@donovanstockton44 I personally think Jeff Sturgis in unpalatable. His content is monotonous and caters to like 1% of the country who own massive deer farms lol. He would not be a good deer hunter without $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$.

to be completely honest i am a little bias to mathews simply for the fact that all the shops around me are mathews shops, so for me it's about if something happens where can i get parts/service. but all in all i think bows are a lot like new tucks these days. They are all good it's about personal feel. That being said, you can't argue the fact that mathews just gets it with features and accessories. they aren't the fastest and until this year with the lift even in the game on the weight side (no carbon option), but they get it with extras. I am looking forward to seeing the set up video great job as always!

No camera man discount???? Always enjoy these side by side comp's

What are the bow legs on the PSE?

Would love to see a longer ata comparison...and if your feeling generous, a "best bow for long draw archers" segment (33")

Can you review the Blackout NV 3?

I'm getting ready to buy a new one with a longer riser. Shot the elite, lift, phase 4, but not the core SR yet. I'm in Utah. I'll volunteer for the video.

Great job guys, how's the let-down on the Lift? I couldn't let-down my trx it'll pull my shoulder out of the socket also very jumpy. I never went back to mathews because my Halon x comp was jumpy too. I hate jumpy bows.

@mattewig5726

6 ай бұрын

Very jumpy. Watch him draw it. It seems like it makes noise it lumps into the back wall so hard. Looks like a deer would spook! I shot it today and I’m in Wisconsin where everyone shoots a Mathew’s. Not for me.

To me, any of these bows would be an enormous upgrade. But, I would have to pass on the PSE because of the short riser. Being 6 feet tall and having a 30 inch draw, I've found them unstable. Which you actually showed.

@longshotdiedtired1582

6 ай бұрын

The PSE Mach 34 and levitate are definitely the better choice for us bigger guys

@papaschuette

6 ай бұрын

@longshotdiedtired1582 For the longest time (20 of my 30+ years of shooting a bow), I've gravitated to the shorter ATA bows. With short risers. Mainly because of being a treestand hunter. But, in the last few years, I've been looking at bows at least 32 inches ATA. And with longer risers. My 2 bows right now are a 2007 Diamond Triumph that is 31.5 ATA with a 23 inch riser, and my new 2022 Bear Legit that is a little shorter at 30 inches ATA, but has about a 26 inch riser. They are night and day as far as stability goes. The Legit hardly moves at all in my hand, but the Triumph wants to sway almost. Any significant wind, and it's all over the place.

PSE all day everyday for me. Much better cam efficiency. Better draw cycle although this guy was trying to pull the cams off of both bows. the Lift is a huge improvement for Mathews for sure. But I love PSE carbon bows

I wish i had someone to go through bows like this with. Would have made a big difference for me a few years ago when i bought my Axius Ultra. Which i love but maybe I would have ended up with something different.

I am looking at the Mathews and the Bowtech. I’m leaning Mathews as of now, but I haven’t shot either of them personally. Thanks for the content.

Can you possibly do a review on the APA archery black mamba bow. I’m just curious to see if their claims of 360 fps IBO speed is real. They also have some neat technology.

picking the mathews grip?? hahah i had to commment because you said people would be on your ass for it!! 😅😂😅 great video. 👍

The SAS is great because of the mathews peep twist issues. APA been doing it for years..but you still have no way to micro tune your timing without buying string spacers....love the SAS and the tripod is the greatest must have accessory

I just got the Mathews Life 33 in fade to black, and I love it. What got me was how light it was compared to my Botech.

Geez I wonder who wins? 🤔

I would love to see this kind of thing for target bows. I would love to hunt, but I don't know where to start so I am hanging in the 3D world with some indoor on the side. Really want to good target setup but I feel like a fish out of water trying to figure out what to try to save up for

You can’t really complain about the test results. Seemed pretty fair and objective to me. The one thing that did surprise me was the grip decision! Absolutely hate the engage grip!

@c_hawks2092

6 ай бұрын

I’m not a fan either but recently I’ve watched a few videos of ppl that say they love the grip which is weird I never hear anyone say that

Great video. I'll take more like this. His money his choice. I don't understand the hate thing.

I need to know i am between sx80 and lift 29.5

A comparison between the Lift and Mach 30 on the outdoor range with a finished setup, would be interesting.

@sev3nvprl

6 ай бұрын

ya i think the lift might pull out just because of the stability

What release and strap is he using?

What is it that causes some bows to jump forward more then others? It seemed like the Hoyt and Bowtech jumped the least

Would be cool to see a longer ATA video.

Do the long axel version please!

I hope they focus on draw cycle and long range accuracy. And do this test outdoors. And throw some real world durability testing (who hasn't dropped their bow before).

@PAKraig

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, I'm sure a realistic test is gauging the durability of throwing a $1200-$1800 bow out of a treestand 🙄

@TangoOne

6 ай бұрын

They are all gonna be as accurate as you make it (tuning and arrow build). And I have never dropped my bow..

@chrississon2646

5 ай бұрын

😃

Nice job, and since Keith’s #2 priority was Accessories, did anyone film his reaction at the cash register once he saw the cost of the Mathews stabilizers and quiver system? It’s almost like paying for another bow..😢

All I can say is WOW!!!!😮

Was the pse set to 80 or 85%? 90% feels considerably different than the 80 or 85

Definitely need a longer dl still wouldn’t help me unless you do longest dl but love the videos anyway.

To me the hoyt and bowtech are far and away the best drawing this year.

@TangoOne

5 ай бұрын

I felt the Mathews drew batter

@Michael-eb3ne

5 ай бұрын

Then you didn’t draw the bows mentioned, or you have not a clue what you’re saying. That said- I bought the Matthew’s.

@rmarc11

5 ай бұрын

@@Michael-eb3ne ok buddy 👍🏽 congrats lol