Bow Question

[TROY70]

First off I am not a bowhunter. I know just enough to be dangerous..
My 11 year old son "says" he wants a bow for Christmas. He wants one that he can just shoot in the backyard and maybe try to hunt with. I'm the kind of person that wants a good quality item if I am going to shell out $$ for it. I do want one he can grow with. He's just an average size 11 year old. By now means can he handle an "adult" bow. I have been told to look at Bowtech Infinite Edge, Bowtech Fuel, and Mission Craze by Matthews...any and all help and advice would be appreciated.

 

[blueknight8wife]

go to your local pro shop and they will be able to measure him and get him in a bow that fits him and wont hurt your wallet (pse fever one is what i shoot and it is very adjustable for growth )

 

[GAgunLAWbooklet]

I thought I replied to this already, but I'm not seeing my post showing up ???

Anyhow: Consider this one. Bear "Apprentice 2" or Apprentice II. They also have a similar model called the Apprentice 3 or III.
They're just under $300.
A real compound bow with all the adult style features and look, but scaled-down for youth hunters and women of smaller size.
This bow should be good for any boy or teenager who needs a bow at or below 27" in draw length.
When his arms get longer than that, a few years from now, you can sell it and use the money plus a little more to get a full-sized adult bow.
I don't think giving a full size and full-powered bow to an 11 year old is the best idea, expecting him to grow into it and keep it for a lifetime.
The kid may be a foot taller and 70 lbs heavier when he's 16 compared to his size now.

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