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Page 1: 2004 Mathews Owners Manual

Owner’s Manual

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Heavy-dutylockablezippers forsecurity

Rubber-cleated bot-tom feet forprotection

Storagegalore – sixcompart-ments in all

Rich leather grips Two compartments– one for your bow,one for arrows

Rugged 600 denierouter fabric

Dual outside pockets

Two-tone stylingEmbossed fineleather logoRugged, double-

stitched construction

Mathews Micro Rest(now with drop-away conversion)Our precision-engineered rest features independent micro-adjustments, a solid double-encased bushing system,

an internal spring that won’t foul or bend and a full-length safety guard. It now comes with a drop-awayconversion, too! Sizes: 0" or 1" overdraw; left or righthand; black, Realtree® X-tra™ or Hardwoods HD.

Mathews premium bow caseBoth distinctive and durable, this bow case is crafted from the very finestmaterials and will protect your bow from the rigors of transportation.

Two sizes: Standard: for bows longer than 35"(Standard case size for the new Outback)Compact: for bows 35" or shorter

Innovative accessories for your Mathews bow!

ArrowWeb™ QuiversOne-pieceDetachable; fits all Mathews bows

Two-pieceNon-detachablequiver becomesintregal part of bow

• Adjustable grippers hold five carbon or aluminum arrows

• Machined aluminum construction for lightweight durability

• Harmonic Dampers eat up vibration and noise

• Available in Realtree® X-tra or Hardwoods HD

Two-piece (raised)For those with longer arrows. Raises arrows so nocks don’t extend beyond cam.Non-detachable.

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Like many of the world’s top competitive shooters, you, too, can now say “I shoot a Mathews.” Congratulations!

Your new Mathews bow features the latest design innovations and the highest-quality components. They team up to create a bow that’s fast, smooth, quiet and accurate. To ensure your bow’s peak performance, take a few moments to look over this owner’s manual.

Good shooting and good hunting!

Setting up your new Mathews bow...As you probably know, once your Mathews bow is properly tuned, it will stay intune thanks to the single-cam design. However, initial setup of draw length, weight,nock point, etc. is critical to maximize the performance of your new bow.

Draw LengthIf your new Mathews SoloCam bow is equipped with a “StraightLine” MaxCam,which is draw length specific, there is no adjustment on the cam. Other Mathewscams are adjustable for draw length and come set at the longest draw length settingunless your retailer has indicated otherwise. Mathews offers several cam sizes tohelp ensure optimum draw length and performance for your measurements and shooting style. The draw length on your bow is adjustable on the cam a maximum ofone inch down from the peak draw length. This is accomplished by moving thestring loop to any of three adjustment posts on either side of the cam. The number1 post would be the longest draw length for that particular cam. For example: toshorten the draw by 1/2", the string would be moved to the number 2 post on bothsides of the cam. The Mini MaxCam can be adjusted down from its peak drawlength, approximately 1/2". This is accomplished by moving the string loop to the secondary post on the cam.

Draw WeightMathews SoloCam bows have a 10 pound weight reduction range from your bow’s peak weight (example: if your bow has a peak weight of 70 pounds, you can adjust itas low as 60 pounds). Draw weight adjustments are made using either a 3/16" or 7/32"Allen wrench. Turn the limb bolt clockwise to increase the draw weight and counter-clockwise to decrease the weight. Each rotation is equivalent to 3 or 4 pounds ofdraw weight. It is very important to adjust the limb bolts equally but do not exceed 5full turns out from maximum draw weight. Your Mathews SoloCam bow will gener-ally perform best at its designated peak weight.

Nock Point InstallationThere are many variables involved in determining where to install your nock point.These include: type of arrow rest, arrow spine, whether you use fingers or a releaseaid, and your hand placement on the bow. As a general rule, the nock point shouldbe set perpendicular (90°) to your arrow rest or somewhere within 1/2" above the 90°point. This guideline is a starting point – you may need to move your nocking pointas you fine-tune your Mathews SoloCam bow.

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The following is a breakdown of Mathews’ available cams and how each is adjusted for draw length:

About the MaxCam™ on your bowMathews invented the perimeter-weighted cam, technology that creates a flywheeleffect which lengthens and strengthens the cam’s power stroke, dramaticallyincreasing arrow speed while also reducing recoil. We call our perimeter-weightedcams “MaxCams”. There are multiple different MaxCams:

Note: MaxCams are not compatible with any Mathews non-MaxCam model. The use of a MaxCam™ on such models will void the warranty of that bow.

CAM Outback Let-off RH orDRAW LENGTH LH

OUTB-AAR N/A 80% RHOUTB-AR 30" 80% RHOUTB-B.5R 29.5" 80% RHOUTB-BR 29" 80% RHOUTB-C.5R 28.5" 80% RHOUTB-CR 28" 80% RHOUTB-D.5R 27.5" 80% RHOUTB-DR 27" 80% RHOUTB-E.5R 26.5" 80% RHOUTB-ER 26" 80% RHOUTB-AAL N/A 80% LHOUTB-AL 30" 80% LHOUTB-B.5L 29.5" 80% LHOUTB-BL 29" 80% LHOUTB-C.5L 28.5" 80% LHOUTB-CL 28" 80% LHOUTB-D.5L 27.5" 80% LHOUTB-DL 27" 80% LHOUTB-E.5L 26.5" 80% LHOUTB-EL 26" 80% LH

StraightLine OUTB CamThe Mathews OUTBACK features the latest StraightLine High Performance Cam (OUTB stands for Outback High Performance). It’s the LEAST COMPLEX, MOSTADVANCED cam ever built and it's been customized to fit on the Outback in either80% or 65% let-off.

CAM Outback Let-off RH orDRAW LENGTH LH

OUTB-AAR 30" 65% RHOUTB-AR 29.5" 65% RHOUTB-B.5R 29" 65% RHOUTB-BR 28.5" 65% RHOUTB-C.5R 28" 65% RHOUTB-CR 27.5" 65% RHOUTB-D.5R 27" 65% RHOUTB-DR 26.5" 65% RHOUTB-E.5R 26" 65% RHOUTB-ER 25.5" 65% RHOUTB-AAL 30" 65% LHOUTB-AL 29.5" 65% LHOUTB-B.5L 29" 65% LHOUTB-BL 28.5" 65% LHOUTB-C.5L 28" 65% LHOUTB-CL 27.5" 65% LHOUTB-D.5L 27" 65% LHOUTB-DL 26.5" 65% LHOUTB-E.5L 26" 65% LHOUTB-EL 25.5" 65% LH

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CAM DRAW LENGTH Let-off RH orLH

OVAT-AAR N/A 80% RHOVAT-AR 32" 80% RHOVAT-B.5R 31.5" 80% RHOVAT-BR 31" 80% RHOVAT-C.5R 30.5" 80% RHOVAT-CR 30" 80% RHOVAT-D.5R 29.5" 80% RHOVAT-DR 29" 80% RHOVAT-E.5R 28.5" 80% RHOVAT-ER 28" 80% RHOVAT-AAL N/A 80% LHOVAT-AL 32" 80% LHOVAT-B.5L 31.5" 80% LHOVAT-BL 31" 80% LHOVAT-C.5L 30.5" 80% LHOVAT-CL 30" 80% LHOVAT-D.5L 29.5" 80% LHOVAT-DL 29" 80% LHOVAT-E.5L 28.5" 80% LHOVAT-EL 28" 80% LH

StraightLine OVAT CamAnother version of the revolutionay HP Cam, (THE LEAST COMPLEX, MOSTADVANCED cam) this one is designed specifically for the Mathews Ovation. Like every High Performance Cam, it's StraightLine, smooth and remarkably fast!Available in 80% or 65% let-off.

CAM DRAW LENGTH Let-off RH orLH

OVAT-AAR 32" 65% RHOVAT-AR 31.5" 65% RHOVAT-B.5R 31" 65% RHOVAT-BR 30.5" 65% RHOVAT-C.5R 30" 65% RHOVAT-CR 29.5" 65% RHOVAT-D.5R 29" 65% RHOVAT-DR 28.5" 65% RHOVAT-E.5R 28" 65% RHOVAT-ER 27.5" 65% RHOVAT-AAL 32" 65% LHOVAT-AL 31.5" 65% LHOVAT-B.5L 31" 65% LHOVAT-BL 30.5" 65% LHOVAT-C.5L 30" 65% LHOVAT-CL 29.5" 65% LHOVAT-D.5L 29" 65% LHOVAT-DL 28.5" 65% LHOVAT-E.5L 28" 65% LHOVAT-EL 27.5" 65% LH

Cam Draw Length RH or LHM-26R 26" RHM-25.5R 25.5" RHM-25R 25" RHM-24.5R 24.5" RHM-24R 24" RHM-23.5R 23.5" RHM-23R 23" RHM-22.5R 22.5" RHM-22R 22" RHM-21R 21" RHM-20R 20" RHM-19R 19" RH

Cam Draw Length RH or LHM-26L 26" LHM-25.5L 25.5" LHM-25L 25" LHM-24.5L 24.5" LHM-24L 24" LHM-23.5L 23.5" LHM-23L 23" LHM-22.5L 22.5" LHM-22L 22" LHM-21L 21" LHM-20L 20" LHM-19L 19" LH

Mustang Performance CamA perimeter-weighted StraightLine cam designed specifically for the short-drawMustang. Like every Mathews cam, it's perimeter-weighted for more speed (whichis especially important on bows with lower draw weights) and less recoil.It comes in 70% let-off.

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CAM LX Let-off RH orDRAW LENGTH LH

SLHP-AR 30" 80% RHSLHP-B.5R 29.5" 80% RHSLHP-BR 29" 80% RHSLHP-C.5R 28.5" 80% RHSLHP-CR 28" 80% RHSLHP-D.5R 27.5" 80% RHSLHP-DR 27" 80% RHSLHP-E.5R 26.5" 80% RHSLHP-ER 26" 80% RHSLHP-F.5R 25.5" 80% RHSLHP-FR 25" 80% RHSLHP-AL 30" 80% LHSLHP-B.5L 29.5" 80% LHSLHP-BL 29" 80% LHSLHP-C.5L 28.5" 80% LHSLHP-CL 28" 80% LHSLHP-D.5L 27.5" 80% LHSLHP-DL 27" 80% LHSLHP-E.5L 26.5" 80% LHSLHP-EL 26" 80% LHSLHP-F.5L 25.5" 80% LHSLHP-FL 25" 80% LH

StraightLine LXHP (High Performance) CamThe LEAST COMPLEX, MOST ADVANCED cam ever engineered, the revolutionary StraightLine Cam is superior to any cam (single cams, 11/2 cams, twocams) we've ever tested! This smooth-shooting, straight-line, high let-off cam issmokin' fast! And, it is available on the Mathews LX in either 80% or 65% let-off.

CAM LX Let-off RH orDRAW LENGTH LH

SLHP-AAR 30" 65% RHSLHP-AR 29.5" 65% RHSLHP-B.5R 29" 65% RHSLHP-BR 28.5" 65% RHSLHP-C.5R 28" 65% RHSLHP-CR 27.5" 65% RHSLHP-D.5R 27" 65% RHSLHP-DR 26.5" 65% RHSLHP-E.5R 26" 65% RHSLHP-ER 25.5" 65% RHSLHP-F.5R 25" 65% RHSLHP-AAL 30" 65% LHSLHP-AL 29.5" 65% LHSLHP-B.5L 29" 65% LHSLHP-BL 28.5" 65% LHSLHP-C.5L 28" 65% LHSLHP-CL 27.5" 65% LHSLHP-D.5L 27" 65% LHSLHP-DL 26.5" 65% LHSLHP-E.5L 26" 65% LHSLHP-EL 25.5" 65% LHSLHP-F.5L 25" 65% LH

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Cam Mathews Let-off RHLegacy

SL3AR 30" 70% RHSL3B.5R 29.5" 70% RHSL3BR 29" 70% RHSL3C.5R 28.5" 70% RHSL3CR 28" 70% RHSL3D.5R 27.5" 70% RHSL3DR 27" 70% RHSL3ER 26" 70% RHSL3FR 25" 70% RHSL3GR 24" 70% RH

StraightLine MaxCam3™

The StraightLine MaxCam3 was designed specifically for the Mathews Legacy. In conjunction with String Suppressors, Harmonic Damping and Parallel Limbdesign, this perimeter-weighted MaxCam helps to virtually eliminate overall recoil vibration.

Black Max 2 Cam ChartThis is the cam that powers the Mathews Black Max 2, the fastest bow on the planet!It delivers maximum speed with minimum kick and is available in either 80% or 60%let-off. Or, for maximum speed, in a Turbo Cam version which has 50% let-off.

Cam Mathews Let-off LHLegacy

SL3AL 30" 70% LHSL3B.5L 29.5" 70% LHSL3BL 29" 70% LHSL3C.5L 28.5" 70% LHSL3CL 28" 70% LHSL3D.5L 27.5" 70% LHSL3DL 27" 70% LHSL3EL 26" 70% LHSL3FL 25" 70% LHSL3GL 24" 70% LH

CAM CAM TURBO CAM BLACK MAX 2 RH or(80% let-off) (60% let-off) (50% let-off) Draw Length LHBMX2HL-30R BMX2-30R TURBO-3OR 30" RHBMX2HL-29.5R BMX2-29.5R TURBO-29.5R 29.5" RHBMX2HL-29R BMX2-29R TURBO-29R 29" RHBMX2HL-28.5R BMX2-28.5R TURBO-28.5R 28.5" RHBMX2HL-28R BMX2-28R TURBO-28R 28" RHBMX2HL-27.5R BMX2-27.5R TURBO-27.5R 27.5" RHBMX2HL-27R BMX2-27R TURBO-27R 27" RHBMX2HL-26.5R BMX2-26.5R TURBO-26.5R 26.5" RHBMX2HL-26R BMX2-26R TURBO-26R 26" RHBMX2HL-25.5R BMX2-25.5R TURBO-25.5R 25.5" RHBMX2HL-25R BMX2-25R TURBO-25R 25" RHBMX2HL-30L BMX2-30L TURBO-30L 30" LHBMX2HL-29.5L BMX2-29.5L TURBO-29.5L 29.5" LHBMX2HL-29L BMX2-29L TURBO-29L 29" LHBMX2HL-28.5L BMX2-28.5L TURBO-28.5L 28.5" LHBMX2HL-28L BMX2-28L TURBO-28L 28" LHBMX2HL-27.5L BMX2-27.5L TURBO-27.5L 27.5" LHBMX2HL-27L BMX2-27L TURBO-27L 27" LHBMX2HL-26.5L BMX2-26.5L TURBO-26.5L 26.5" LHBMX2HL-26L BMX2-26L TURBO-26L 26" LHBMX2HL-25.5L BMX2-25.5L TURBO-25.5L 25.5" LHBMX2HL-25L BMX2-25L TURBO-25L 25" LH

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The Original MaxCam™

The revolutionary perimeter-weighted cam that started it all, the Original MaxCam is available on the Classic, Conquest 3 and FX. It generates incredible arrowspeed while also remarkably reducing recoil, thanks to perimeter-weighting. TheOriginal MaxCam™ is available with 65% and 80% let-off.

Cam Classic Conquest 3 FX Let-off (%) RH or LHZ2-AAR-HL 31" 32" 31" 80 RHZ2-BBR-HL 30" 31" 30" 80 RHZ2-CCR-HL 29" 30" 29" 80 RHZ2-DDR-HL 28" 29" 28" 80 RHZ2-EER-HL 27" 28" 27" 80 RHZ2-AAL-HL 31" 32" 31" 80 LHZ2-BBL-HL 30" 31" 30" 80 LHZ2-CCL-HL 29" 30" 29" 80 LHZ2-DDL-HL 28" 29" 28" 80 LHZ2-EEL-HL 27" 28" 27" 80 LH

Z2-AAR 31" 32" 31" 65 RHZ2-BBR 30" 31" 30" 65 RHZ2-CCR 29" 30" 29" 65 RHZ2-DDR 28" 29" 28" 65 RHZ2-EER 27" 28" 27" 65 RHZ2-AAL 31" 32" 31" 65 LHZ2-BBL 30" 31" 30" 65 LHZ2-CCL 29" 30" 29" 65 LHZ2-DDL 28" 29" 28" 65 LHZ2-EEL 27" 28" 27" 65 LH

Concentric SoloCam™In an effort to squeeze every last ounce of consistency out of the Mathews Icon, wedeveloped the Concentric Solocam, a round, perimeter-weighted cam that mirrorsthe round wheel on the opposite limb. This symmetry in shape and measurementresults in never-before-achieved systematic consistency and, ultimately, accuracy.

Cam Icon Let-off RH

CSL-AR 30" 70% RHCL-B.5R 29.5" 70% RHCSL-BR 29" 70% RHCSL-C.5R 28.5" 70% RHCSL-CR 28" 70% RHCSL-D.5R 27.5" 70% RHCSL-DR 27" 70% RHCSL-ER 26" 70% RHCSL-FR 25" 70% RHCSL-GR 24" 70% RH

Cam Icon Let-off LH

CSL-AL 30" 70% LHCSL-B.5L 29.5" 70% LHCSL-BL 29" 70% LHCSL-C.5L 28.5" 70% LHCSL-CL 28" 70% LHCSL-D.5L 27.5" 70% LHCSL-DL 27" 70% LHCSL-EL 26" 70% LHCSL-FL 25" 70% LHCSL-GL 24" 70% LH

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Cam Conquest 3 FX Let-off (%) RH or LH

SS-AR 32" 31" 60 RHSS-BR 31" 30" 60 RHSS-CR 30" 29" 60 RHSS-DR 29" 28" 60 RHSS-ER 28" 27" 60 RHSS-AL 32" 31" 60 LHSS-BL 31" 30" 60 LHSS-CL 30" 29" 60 LHSS-DL 29" 28" 60 LHSS-EL 28" 27" 60 LH

Super-Soft Cam™

The Super-Soft Cam™, designed especially for finger shooters, provides an extremely smooth draw and a release that rolls from the fingertips. This specialMaxCam™ is available on the Conquest 3 and FX and only with 60% let-off.

Mini MaxCam™

Now shorter-draw-length shooters can get all the advantages of perimeter weighting. Available on Mathews FX and Conquest 3 models, this cam accommo-dates draw lengths as short as 22" with peak draw weights down to 35 pounds. TheMini MaxCam™ is available only with 65% let-off and has approximately a 1/2" adjustment range. Putting a Mini MaxCam on a bow reduces thedraw weight approximatly 5 pounds.

Note: The Mini MaxCam requires a different idler wheel and string/cable lengths.

Cam FX Conquest 3 Let-off (%) RH or LH

MINIMAX-DDR 28" 29" 65 RHMINIMAX-EER 27" 28" 65 RHMINIMAX-FFR 26" 27" 65 RHMINIMAX-GGR 25" 26" 65 RHMINIMAX-HHR 24" 25" 65 RHMINIMAX-IIR 23" 24" 65 RHMINIMAX-DDL 28" 29" 65 LHMINIMAX-EEL 27" 28" 65 LHMINIMAX-FFL 26" 27" 65 LHMINIMAX-GGL 25" 26" 65 LHMINIMAX-HHL 24" 25" 65 LHMINIMAX-IIL 23" 24" 65 LH

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Arrow selection...Determining Proper Arrow LengthThe first step in selecting your arrows is to determine your arrow length. This isdetermined by several factors, including arm length and full-draw anchor position. If you are using an overdraw, you can mark the arrow just in front of the rest. Thedistance from your mark to the string groove in the arrow nock will be your correctarrow length. Your Mathews retailer can be an invaluable help in this process.

Using the Easton Shaft Selection Chart (see pages 12 & 13)After you’ve determined your arrow length, find its corresponding measure in thelength column. Move down this column until you reach the correct draw weight ofyour bow. The correct spine for your arrow is found where your draw length andweight intersect. Use the “hard cam” category on the chart for a Mathews SoloCam bow.

String and cable lengths for each Mathews bowThe Zebra ZS Twist bowstring is standard on all Mathews bows. It combines bundles of low-stretch, multifilament strands counter-twisted to form a perfectlybalanced bowstring that does not rotate as the bow is drawn. Your peep comes toperfect position every time – without the need for rubber tubing and other alignment devices. Plus, peep installation is easier than ever. Following is a list ofthe string and cable lengths required for each Mathews model:

Model String Length Cable Length

LX 985/8" 375/8"

Outback 903/8" 333/4"

Ovation 1061/4" 417/8"

Mustang 853/8" 331/4"

Classic 935/8" 385/8"

Legacy 913/4" 361/4"

Icon 9713/16" 395/8"

Conquest 3 1031/4" 435/8"

Conquest 3 (Mini Max) 9715/16" 423/4"

Black Max 2 927/8" 373/4"

Black Max 2 (Turbo Cam) 911/16" 373/4"

FX 901/16" 371/4"

FX (Mini Max) 833/4" 357/8"

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Tuning your Mathews® SoloCam® bow...TillerSetting the tiller on your Mathews SoloCam bow is easy. In fact, there’s no measur-

ing necessary. Starting from a point where both limbs are tightened completely,

simply back them off an equal number of turns.

Estimating Center ShotUsing the correct arrow size, position your arrow on the string at the nock point.

While holding the bow in front of you, visually align the bow string with the center

line of the grip. The string should run true down the center of your arrow shaft.

This is a good reference point to begin paper tuning. Note: A good starting point is

13/16" over from the riser to center of arrow shaft.

The Importance of Paper Tuning and Tear PatternsWith an improperly tuned bow, broadheads may shoot as much as 18" off center at

20 yards (when compared to field tips). By tuning a bow to shoot a good hole in

paper, you will ensure the best possible broadhead flight.

Before beginning, it’s important to know that perfect “bullet holes” are not always

possible with all shooters. Light tears are quite acceptable and will not deter accu-

racy. Fine tuning requires patience and consistent shooting form. Perfect results

are only achieved with perfect form. Also, remember to always do your final

sightings with broadheads before hunting.

To begin paper tuning, stand approximately eight feet from the paper (with a

suitable backstop several feet behind the paper to allow complete arrow passage).

Check your tear pattern against the following boxes for further instruction.

If it’s a combination, such as up and to the left, both instructions will apply.

This is an example of a properly tuned bow.

Note that the point where the arrow tip went

through is centered in the middle of three very

comparable vane tears.

After the shot, push the paper back flatand you will see a star shaped entryhole where the tip went through.

Nock end went low thru here

Tip wentthru here

SOLUTION:Nock End Ripped Low1. Raise the nocking point 2. Use a heavier arrow tip 3. Use a more limber spined arrow

Note: (same for left hand)

SOLUTION:Nock End Ripped High1. Lower the nocking point 2. Use a lighter arrow tip 3. Use a more stiffer spined arrow

Note: (same for left hand)

Nock end high

Tip wentthru here

NOTE: If lowering nocking point does noteliminate problem try a different kind ofarrow rest.

Nock End Ripped RightArrow Spine Too StiffAlternatives:

1. Increase draw weight 2. Move arrow rest to the left 3. Use heavier points4. Use a lighter spined arrow

Nock end high

Tip went thru here

5. Use longer arrows if possible

(Opposite for left hand) Note: Feathers or vanes may be hittingarrow rest. Try a different arrow rest.(left hand only!)

Nock End Ripped LeftArrow Spine Too LimberAlternatives:

1. Decrease draw weight 2. Move arrow rest to the right 3. Use lighter points4. Use a stiffer spined arrow

Nock end ripped left

Tip went thru here

5. Use shorter arrows if possible6. Vanes or feathers may be striking

arrow rest. Try a different arrow rest.

Note: (Opposite for left hand)

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Model IBO AMO Cam(s) Draw Draw Axle- Brace Physical Let- Rating Rating Length Weight to-Axle Height Weight off (FPS) (FPS) Length (Approx.) (Approx.) (%) (Approx.) (Approx.) (Approx.)

Outback 308 236 StraightLine 26 - 30 40 - 70 31.5" 7 5/8" 4.3 lbs. 80* OUTB Cam Half-Sizes

310 238 26.5 - 29.5 65

LX 315 238 StraightLine 25 - 30 40 - 70 35" 6 5/8" 4.25 lbs. 80* LXHP Cam Half-Sizes

317 240 25.5 - 29.5 65

Mustang 280 @ — Mustang 19 - 26 20 - 50 31.75" 5 3/4" 3.2 lbs. 70** 26"/50# Performance Half-Sizes

— Cam 22.5 - 25.5

Ovation 300 230 StraightLine 28 - 32 40 - 70 40" 8" 4.5 lbs. 80* OVAT Cam Half-Sizes

302 232 28.5 - 31.5 65

Classic 310 238 MaxCam 27 - 31 40 - 70 36" 7" 3.6 lbs. 80*

312 240 65

Legacy 308 235 Legacy 24 - 30 40 - 70 34" 7 1/2" 4.35 lbs. 70** StraightLine Half-Sizes MaxCam 27.5 - 29.5

Black Max2 330+ 252 Black MaxCam 25 - 30 40 - 70 36" 5 1/2" 3.5 lbs. 80* 330+ Black MaxCam 65 340+ Turbo MaxCam 50 Conquest 3 310 236 MaxCam 28 - 32 40 - 70 41" 7" 4.4 lbs. 80*

Mini MaxCam 24 - 29 65 Super Soft 28 - 32 60

Icon 300 230 Concentric 24 - 30 40 - 70 37" 7 5/8" 4.45 lbs. 70** SoloCam Half-Sizes

27.5 - 29.5

FX 308 235 MaxCam 27 - 31 40 - 70 34" 7 1/2" 3.3 lbs. 80* Mini MaxCam 23 - 28 65Fin or Feather Cam

2004 Bow Specification Chart

All Mathews bows come with a weight adjustment range of 10 lbs. (down). All have standard burger button, sight, and stabilizer holes. The cable slider on each model is a special nonsqueak Teflon® composite. The limbs are SlimlineTM and come with an original owner lifetime warranty. The machined aluminum limb cups totally contain the limb butts and pivot with the limbs, so no matter what the draw weight, the limbs are always firmly contained within the cup. High inertia limb cups are also available at an additional charge.

* Under new Pope&Young rules is legal but will be entered with an asterisk indicating high let-off

** 70% (with hysteresis), 65% AMO (P&Y legal) 919 River Road, P.O. Box 367, Sparta, Wisconsin 54656

(608) 269-2728 www.mathewsinc.com

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Maintaining your Mathews® SoloCam® bow...Never dry fire your bowNever shoot any bow without an arrow on the string. Without the arrow to absorb the energy,

dryfiring can damage your bow and can cause personal injury. Damage to your bow due to

dryfiring will not be covered under the warranty.

Periodically check strings and cablesAlways inspect your bow for frayed strings and cables. Replace damaged strings and cables

immediately. Mathews strings can be waxed and maintained as any other fast-flight string.

Please make sure you are using the proper string for your bow.

Bushings are self-lubricatingYour Mathews SoloCam bow requires no lubrication – all bushings are self-lubricating.

Do not alter your bowAny alterations to your Mathews SoloCam bow will void the warranty. Alteration could cause

damage to the bow or personal injury.

Use only a double-pull bow pressNever use a single-pull bow press. We recommend a double-pull press to avoid damage to

your riser or bow. Damage caused by a single-pull press will not be covered under warranty.

Repairs and shipmentVisit your Mathews retailer for servicing and repairs. All bows and warranty parts returned

to the factory will require a Return Authorization (RA) number that your retailer can secure.

Your retailer will handle all warranty issues for you. The RA number must be clearly printed

on the outside of the box near the address label. If a package does not have an RA number,

our shipping department will refuse it.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTYTHIS BOW IS WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER FORTHE LIFE OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER. THIS INCLUDES ALL BOW PARTS EXCEPT THE STRING, BUSS CABLE, CABLESLIDE, RUBBER STRING SUPPRESSOR "FINGER" AND COSMETIC APPEARANCE (CHIPS, DINGS, SCRATCHES) CAUSEDBY NORMAL USE AND WEAR. BOWS SENT BACK TO MATHEWS WITHOUT A PRE-ISSUED RETURN AUTHORIZATIONNUMBER WILL BE REFUSED. ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR IMPLIED, ARE VOID WITH ANYALTERATIONS TO THE BOW.

Warranty informationEvery Mathews SoloCam bow has a LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY. Warranty repairs are our top priority. Each bow has a unique serial number, and warranty cards are required to obtain warranty service. Should you ever need repairs, the Mathews retailerfrom whom you purchased your bow is very knowledgeable about the bows and may be able to complete the work right in their shop.If the bow does need to be sent to us, we assure you that we do strive to do the warranty repairs and service work and re-ship your bow within three working days from the time it arrives in our shop.

Honesty is the best policy...

Mathews bows are covered by one or more of the following patents, with other patents pending:#5,368,006, #5,676,123, #5,752,496, #5,791,322, #5,809,982, #5,890,480, #5,996,567

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Frequently Asked Questions(with answers from the technical staff at Mathews)

Q: Where do I start my nocking point when setting up my new Mathews bow?A: As a starting point, place your nock point level to 1/8" high of center.

Q: How do I get center shot on my Mathews bow? Do I use a center-shot tool?A: We recommend measuring off the side of the riser at the rest attachment holeto the center of the arrow shaft approximately 3/16". Adjust the rest as needed forproper arrow flight. A center-shot tool is not needed.

Q: What cam should I choose when using the Easton arrow selection chart?A: We recommend the hard cam column, and either the A or B spine within theirspecifications.

Q: What weight arrow should I use for IBO and AMO speed tests on my bow?A: We test IBO speeds with bows at 70-pound draw weight and at 30" draw lengthwith an arrow that weighs 350 grains. The AMO test is done with a bow at 60-pound draw weight and 30" draw length with an arrow that weighs 540 grains.Nothing added to the bowstring.

Q: I am having trouble obtaining the speeds that are listed for IBO. What wouldcause this?A: IBO speed ratings are based on a 70-pound draw weight, 30" draw length andan arrow that weighs 350 grains. Any deviation from that will cause you to losespeed. This includes shortening draw length, reducing draw weight, adding itemson the bowstring or extra arrow weight.

Q: What is the minimum arrow weight I can safely shoot with my Mathews bowand still not void the lifetime warranty?A: Five grains per pound of draw weight would be the minimum.

Q: What rest does Mathews recommend for its bows?A: We manufacture a rest with 1" or zero overdraw. These rests are made to fiteach riser and have an internal spring. The rests are designed with shoot-throughprongs and the lizard tongue to accommodate different shooting styles. The 1"overdraw rest is not recommended for any bow with a brace height of less than 6-1/2".

Q: Do the string suppressors weaken the limbs?A: On the contrary, the string suppressors actually strengthen the limbs.

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Show them that you shoot a Mathews!

Ball caps• Sandwich bill black cap;

Velcro® adjustment• Leather bill

natural cap• Leather bill two-

tone with leather patch, side embroidery

• Two-tone Zebra cap,Velcro® adjustment

• Realtree™ X-tra cap natural logo Cap, natural logo

• Realtree Hardwoods® HD cap, natural logoShooter

Shirts• 3 button,

logo front polo• Black, white, or tan – S-4XL• Black available with

Zebra logo • Tan available with

women’s V-neck S-2XL

Camo Jacket • Realtree Hardwoods® HD camo• Quilted lining; knit cuffs, waist• Full zip front• Logo front and back

S-3XL

Hooded Sweatshirt • Gold inside hood• Gold tie strings• 80/20 cotton/poly

S-4XL

Garment WashedJacket • 100% cotton

duck shell• Quilted lining• Double

closure front with snaps,brass zipper

• Logo front and back

S-4XL

Mathews T-Shirts• 100% cotton• Black or white with

Mathews logo frontS-4XL

• Blue/white tye-dye with Mathews Genesis logo M-2XL

Fleece Pullover• Zippered front• Logo front• Two pockets• Corded elastic waist

S-3XL

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• Beautiful hardwoodlaminate riser; premium

bamboo limbs

• Comes with leather softcase

• Each bow serial numbered

• Custom oak display caseor wall display available

Designed by Matt McPherson;inspired by memories ofwatching his father.

See the Heritage atyour Mathews retailer!

Justin Charles Thermal UnderwearMade of 100% New Zealand Merino SuperSoft Wool

• Extremely soft; won’t itch or irritate your skin

• Wicks moisture 28% faster than synthetics

• Absorbs 30% of its weight before feeling damp(vs. 5% with synthetics)

• Wool neutralizes bacteria growth so it won’t smell

• Natural fiber crimps create air pockets for betterinsulation

• Naturally stretchy for a comfortable fit

• Fully machine washable

See it at your Mathews retailer!

The Mathews Heritage Longbow...an elegant work of art and craftsmanshipthat offers exceptional performance!

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The bow that everyone can shoot!

“Zero let-off” means no specific draw lengthBecause the Genesis System™ eliminates let-off on light draw weight bows (where it’s unnecessary), there are no specific draw length requirements. The result is a bow that fits virtually everyone (15" to 30") and that a young person can’t outgrow.

Performs like a bow with higher poundage A Genesis™ bow, set at 20 lbs. (it’s adjustable from 10 to 20 lbs.), stores and releases energy comparable to that of a 35 lb. recurve! Plus, with zero let-off, it has the “holding weight” necessary to “pull the string from your finger,” making it easy to shoot.

Now available as a kit!

Introducing the Genesis®Pro…

When Matt McPherson developed the revolutionary Genesis bow, he did so with the intent of re-introducing archery to our nations youth. Through the efforts of many, that is happening, especially in the state of Kentucky where 90,000+ students participated last school year.

• Kids can’t outgrow it – because there is no specific draw length

• It’s simple to buy – no need to measure or fit for draw length

• It’s easy to shoot – beginners won’t develop bad habits because the draw length is always right

Mathews is a proud supporter of the National Archery In The Schools ProgramWhat nobody anticipated is the profound effect that archery would have in transforming the lives of students who weren’t the fastest, strongest or most athletic. Students who excelled at archery gained valuable self-confidence. And, while teachers knew archery would give them a

subject to base math, science and physics, lessons on, nobody anticipated the extent to which archery would impact attendance – students don’t want to miss archery day.

Give kids a shot in your state. Contact your DNR, Dept. of Education or local school. Tell them about Genesis (nasparchery.com).

The Genesis® bow...

• Genesis bow• 5 Easton®

aluminum arrows• Color coordina-

ted arm guard• Color coordina-

ted belt quiver• Two targets• Informative

Owner’s Manual

Available in 6 colors

Starter kit includes:

• Higher draw weight

• Adjustable draw stop

• Larger center shot clearance

• Silver or black riser

(also available in Realtree™ Camo)

a competition-quality bow with an adjustable draw stop that lets you customize your draw length

®

919 River Road, P.O. Box 367, Sparta, Wisconsin 54656 (608) 269-2728

www.mathewsinc.com