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Bowhunting Basics – Selecting the Right Crossbow
Click to enter section titleBowhunting Basics –Selecting the Right Crossbow
• Have you thought about starting or improving in bowhunting
but weren’t sure which crossbow would work best?
• Whether you’re interested in archery or hunting, there is a lot to
learn to about selecting the right crossbow.
• There are many crossbows on the market, and not all of them
are created equally!
• Here, our team at Outdoors Experience will walk you through
several options for crossbows to make sure you find the right fit
for your needs.
Click to enter section titleWhat You’ll Learn
What is Bowhunting?
The History of the Sport
Your Options for Crossbows
Recurve Versus Compound
Selecting for Speed
Feet Per Second (FPS) Ratings
Getting Specific
Click to enter section titleWhat is Bowhunting?
• Bowhunting is a sport in which prey is hunted by bow and
arrow.
• Bowhunting requires patience, strategy, and skill.
• The origin of crossbows dates back to around 5 B.C.
• Crossbows were invented in China as a weapon of war.
• Crossbows are more accurate than standard bows due to
the speed of the arrow and the fact that most come with a
scope.
• Generally a crossbow can be highly effective out to 50
yards.
• Today, there are many options for crossbows.
• The right type depends upon your personal preference
and needs.
Click to enter section titleYour Options for Crossbows
Crossbows fall into two categories:
• Compared to a standard bow, the Recurve
Crossbow is:
• Easier to maintain
• Steadier to hold
• More powerful
RecurveType #1
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Crossbows fall into two categories:
• Compared to a standard compound bow, the Compound Crossbow is:
• Faster
• More comfortable• A better performer
CompoundType #2
Your Options for Crossbows
Click to enter section titleComparing Models
Compound Crossbow
• Good for hunting or target shooting
• Consists of a string and cables
• Speed is generated from a cam system
• Requires a bow press to maintain
Recurve Crossbow
• Good for hunting or target shooting
• Range in size from 125 to 200 pounds
• Easier to maintain
• Includes only one string, no cables to maintain
Click to enter section titleSelecting for Speed
• Crossbow makers continue to aim for faster speeds (typically
measured by Feet Per Second or FPS).
• Crossbows become faster when the draw weight is increased.
• Crossbows are usually 150 to 200 lb. in draw weight, shooting
between 200 and 400 FPS.
• What’s the ideal speed? It depends upon the size of what
you’re hunting and the weight of your arrow.
o For big game hunting, 300FPS with a hunting-weight arrow
should be sufficient.
Click to enter section titleSelecting for Speed
• When comparing crossbow speeds, check for the weight
of the arrows used in testing.
• A common arrow weight can help you ensure you’re
comparing “apples to apples.”
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Click to enter section titleGetting Specific
• When deciding on the type of crossbow, you may wonder
which draw length and draw weight to select for a
Compound or which weight is appropriate for a Recurve.
• Seek out an expert to run through your options, as the
specifications can significantly impact your performance
and ease of use.
• Visit Outdoors Experience to connect with an expert today!
Click to enter section titleOur Crossbow Packages
• At Outdoors Experience, most of our crossbow
packages come with:
• Crossbow
• Scope
• Quiver
• Arrows
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