So forget the budget part and let's see what's what! I never said what my budget was...
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So forget the budget part and let's see what's what! I never said what my budget was...
Do you have one? Or know much about them?
Holy **** that thing is expensive!
You DO NOT need anything near 70# pull to hunt big deer. If anyone tells you that, they are trying to invoke their ego on you. Don't fall for it.
60# max pull with 80% let-off will be perfect for your situation. You can even go down to 50# (depending on what's legal where you hunt) and still be successful since most shots won't be longer than 25-30 yards. All of my big deer have been taken with no more than 60# pull bow and a hard hitting arrow set-up. I shoot a Bowtech Invasion and well, let's just say I've been somewhat successful over the years as you can see in the picture.
60# max pull with 80% let-off will be perfect for your situation. You can even go down to 50# (depending on what's legal where you hunt) and still be successful since most shots won't be longer than 25-30 yards. All of my big deer have been taken with no more than 60# pull bow and a hard hitting arrow set-up. I shoot a Bowtech Invasion and well, let's just say I've been somewhat successful over the years as you can see in the picture.
No. I have a BowTech. The full carbon bows will be the lightest to hold. There are others besides the PSE. The Hoyt G3 Carbon Element only weighs 3.6 # and looks like it would be a consideration.
I need to be able to hit 45-50 yards if possible?
Hitting a target at 45-50-75-100 yards is responsible preparation for humane hunting. Taking shots at animals at that 50 yard range is border line irresponsible in my opinion. But I stress, in MY opinion. To each their own, but I hunt only by the grace of God and His majestic creatures, not just to brag or hang another trophy on the wall. I have let many 170+ deer walk on by because the shot was not what I believed to be the best for a humane kill. I believe there will always be another deer and another shot... always.
Please don't take this as a "shot" at you for anything. I am just explaining my own boundaries and beliefs when it comes to hunting big deer.
I don't. 50yrds is possible if one has the right equipment and has put in the rang time. I'm not planning on shooting that far but want the option. If I see a 170 class deer I can't even think about taking him as the owner has a 190 or better rule.
WOW is the property high fence? 190" is a freak. Good luck on your hunt.
