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The Right Crossbow

When it comes to choosing the right crossbow it is very important to do a little research to make the right decision. Choosing the wrong crossbow could end up being a big mistake. Archers have the mind set faster the better but I strongly disagree with that. Maybe with a rifle that is true but not so with archery equipment. It only takes 30 foot lbs. to go through a deer.

When choosing the right crossbow there are a bunch of different factors that play into making the right decision. Everyone is different height, age, and physical ability if you choose a crossbow with too much draw weight you could end up really hurting yourself like tearing up your back or your shoulders. You need to choose a crossbow that is comfortable for you to cock.

There are a couple different cocking devises the crank type that you attach to the stock of your crossbow. And then there is the rope type that works by doubling the distance you have to draw and halving the draw weight but a short person may have trouble with this. Most accuracy problems with crossbows come from cocking the crossbows off center. Also forward weight in a crossbow can cause problems for people with upper limb problems or are wheelchair bound.

 There are many very good manufacturers out there a few of them are Barnett, Excalibur, Horton, Ten point and a few others. One thing about archery in general you do not need to have the best compound bow or crossbow made to be a very good archer. You can choose a crossbow that most importantly fits you physically and fits your bank account and still just be as effective as the guy who spends twice as much on their bow that has too much draw weight just to keep up with their hunting buddies.

The most important things once you choose the right crossbow for you is to invest in quality arrows it does not matter if they are aluminum or carbon. The only difference in the two is carbon has a slight more kinetic energy on impact. And probably the most important piece of equipment is your broad head. A good quality sharp broad head is a must. If you are cheap here it does not matter how good your crossbow is. 

Scopes If your state allows you to use scopes on your crossbow there are plenty of quality scopes out there. Once you get your set up together it is just like with anything else you need to practice, practice, practice, to learn your equipment before you take it out in the woods.

With a lot of states now legalizing crossbow hunting to everyone there will be explosion in the crossbow industry. And just like the compound bow industry you will see the crossbow technology grow better and better. They will be built with a lot less noise on release and built to be a lot more user friendly.  So get yourself the right crossbow and enjoy a great new way to chase your favorite game.

About the Author

I was born and raised in Baltimore, MD. I moved to Michigan in 1989. I have been hunting and fishing all of my life but over the last twenty years or so I have hunted and concentrated on nothing but becoming the best whitetail deer hunter I can be.

NcStar Crossbow with Scope $45.95 The NcStar 100lb. Jr Crossbow And 4X20 Scope Combo Set features a 200 feet effective range fast load and recovery and built in compass. Includes 100lb crossbow 4x20 scope 10- 6 1/4" arrows 10- 3" darts 4- 7" retrieval arrows 2 retrieval reels Features 100lb power 200 feet effective range Fast load/ recovery Lightweight-under 5lb Built in compass Optional adjustable open sights Free scope 4x magnification 20mm multi-coated lens Lifetime warranty Color: As Shown

Barnett 4x32mm Crossbow Scope W/Rings $131.99 Barnett s Multi-Reticle Crossbow Scope is a programmed five-point, multi-reticle crosshair system which enables quick aim at targets and distances frequently encountered. Compatible with all full-sized crossbows. Water resistant and shockproof and includes. 22 style mounting rings.

Eastman Outdoors 20805 Scope RingsXforce Crossbow $28.61 1 scope rings package of 2.

Horton Gamemaster 4x32 Mult-A-Range Crossbow Scope $129.8 Horton has designed this scope with four additional crosshairs enabling you to have a total of five predetermined reference points for varying yardage. Eliminate the guesswork associated with hold-over. The Mult-A-Range can be used on crossbows with or without Horton s exclusive Dial-A-Range. Engineered specifically for optimum performance on a crossbow, this scope is designed to withstand the harshest environments. It s optically engineered with a 2 1/2-inch eye relief, making it ideal for Horton s compact crossbows. It features fully coated optics, waterproofing, fogproofing, shockproofing, 1/4-minute windage and elevation adjustment, duplex reticle, 50-yard parallax and a limited warranty.

Truglo 1.5-5X32 Crossbow Scope W/Illuminated Reticle & Black Finish $272.99 Illuminated crossbow scope, illuminated glass etched trajectory compensated reticle with 5 brightness settings in two colors, reticle can be calibrated to work with crossbows from 225-400 fps and hit targets from 20-50 yards, includes adjustable scope base and rings for greater vertical adjustment, lifetime limited warranty, 1. 5-5 X 32mm, black. This scope is 7/8 inch rail compatible. RELATED INFO: This scope will inch NOT inch fit Barnett crrossbows, use number 15058 for them.

Hawke Optics 5241 Hawke 3X32 Crossbow Scope Matte $103.99 The MAP crossbow features a ballistic reticle with aim points from 20yds to 60yds. 6 and 12 inch brackets are set for the corresponding distance.

Hawke Optics 5242 Hawke 3X32 Crossbow Scope Apghd $142.99 The MAP crossbow features a ballistic reticle with aim points from 20yds to 60yds. 6 and 12 inch brackets are set for the corresponding distance.

Quad400 Crossbow Package $362.93 - Barnett Quad 400 composite crossbow- Camouflage finish- GAM composite stock- Quad limb design- 4 lb trigger pull- CNC cam- Synthetic cable system- Machined scope mount - Package includes quiver, 4-22" Arrows and Premium Red Dot Sight BAR18071

Excalibur Crossbow 9860 Scope Mount For Exocet XBow $40.81 The Excalibur Scope Mount is built from strong anodized aluminum to solidly and securely position your scope for accurate shooting. Using a weaver type base it installs in seconds using 4 pretapped mounting holes located on every trigger unit.

Crossbow $44.99 English School Crossbow - Giclee Print

Horton Archery SS120 MultARange Crossbow Scope Mounting Kit $59.53 Complete set of mounting equipment for MultARange scopes by Horton Archery. Includes two 1 scope rings a Weaverstyle base and an Allen wrench. All components made from premium CNCmachined aluminum. Fits all Horton crossbows and scopes with 1 tubes. High level of reverse recoil resistance protects your equipment and crossbow. Material: Aluminum. Color: Black. Rails: Weaver. Ring Size: 1 . Compatibility: Horton crossbows and scopes w/ 1 tube.

Gamo Outdoor Usa 7854 Bsa Crossbow 4X32 Scope $55.19 This ultra compact scope has a special reticle which provides the crossbow user with a variety of aiming points depending on the distance of the target. Fully coated waterproof shock proof and has finger adjustable windage and elevation and is parallex free at 40 yards. Field of view in feet 100 yards: 19.0 . Length: 8.75 . Weight: 9.0 oz. Eye relief: 5.5

Truglo 4x32 Crossbow Scope W/Black Finish $77.99 Waterproof /fogproof/ shock resistant, special range finding and trajectory compensating reticle, generous 4 inch eye relief, fully coated lenses, rubber eye-guard, fingertip windage and elevation adjustment under screw down caps, durable leafspring for windage and elevation adjustments, durable scratch-resistant non-reflective matte finish, compact and lightweight, lifetime limited warranty. (4 X 32mm--Blk). Scope comes with rings. This scope is 7/8 inch rail compatible. RELATED INFO: Will inch NOT inch fit Barnett crossbows, use number 15058 for them.

Excalibur Ibex Crossbow $520 The Ibex crossbow combines an ergonomic thumbhole stock with the Phoenix s precision 175 lb. Shooting platform to create an even more compact hunting crossbow with power to spare! Smooth and silent, but oh so deadly, the new Ibex will churn a 350 grain arrow out at over 305 FPS, and it does it with minimal noise and recoil. Combine this performance with the Ibex s compact frame and light weight and you ve got a crossbow that will comfortably fill your freezer for decades to come without the stress and strain of ultra high draw weight or extremely long string travel. The Ibex comes decorated in Realtree AP HD camouflage using the amazing Kolorfusion process to provide the ultimate in contrast and detail, features quick detach sling studs, and is drilled and tapped to accept Excalibur s scope and quiver mounts. Specifications: - Velocity: 305 fps - Draw Weight: 175 lbs. - Power Stroke: 14. 5 inch - Mass Weight: 6. 2 lbs - Overall Length: 36. 4 inch - Arrow Length: 20 inch - Arrow Weight: 350 Grain Min. - Stock Type: Thumbhole - Finish: Realtree AP HD All arrow speed were obtained using a 350 grain arrow and our optional 1989 Flemish Dyna Flight string.

4X32 CONTOUR, CROSSBOW RETICLE,BLK $49.99 4x32 Compact Contour Scope: -Black Matte Finish -Crossbow Reticle -4-6" Eye Relief -1/4" MOA -100% waterproof, fogproof and shockproof -Fully Coated Optics -Compact in size and low magnification making them adaptable to a wide variety of shooting activities -Extra rigid shockproof construction -Limited Lifetime Warranty

Quad 400 Crossbow Package with Sight $536.1 Barnett Quad 400 crossbow. Machined scope mount. Patented AVI limbs. GAM Composite stock. 15.5 Power stroke. 4lb Trigger pull. CNC cam. Synthetic cable system. 345 FPS. 150 lb draw weight. 112 Ftlbs energy

Contour Crossbow 3x32 Riflescope with Crossbow Duplex Illuminated Reticle $114.4 BARSKA's Contour Crossbow 3x32 compact sight gives the crossbow hunter or short shooter the quick target acquisition and precision accuracy that are so crucial. AC11332 features a red illuminated rangefinding reticle and the side mounted click stop rheostat knob adjusts reticle brightness for either color to five different levels. Model AC11238 also has a rangefinding reticle with three center lit dots. The five brightness levels of these dots are also adjusted by a side mounted rheostat knob. Windage and Elevation are finger click adjustable and the rear focus ring makes focusing quick, smooth and precise. Like the other Contour models, this new scope features long eye relief, fully coated optics and are 100% waterproof and fogproof. Backed by BARSKA's Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Excalibur Vixen Ll Compact Crossbow $478.75 Producing arrow speeds in excess of 285 FPS, the 150 pound Vixen II is a high performance crossbow manufactured specifically to fulfill the needs of smaller framed hunters, but with no compromise of quality or durability. The Vixen II s short, light draw and reduced length of pull make it the perfect choice for youth, ladies, or hunters of lesser stature, but don t be fooled, it still delivers plenty of power, even for North America s largest game! The Vixen II comes decorated in Realtree Hardwoods camouflage using the Kolorfusion process for amazing contrast and detail, is drilled and tapped to receive a scope and quiver mounts, and features quick detach sling studs.

Tenpoint Crossbow Technologies W080 Multi Dot 40Mm Scope RedGreen $149.03 A zero power 40mm multidot scope with an integrated 7/8inch mounting system that requires no rings. Its three illuminated dots calibrated for 20 30 and 40yards can be rendered in red or green to suit individual hunting and light conditions. The light intensity of both color views is regulated by a fiveposition rheostat.

Excalibur Exomax Full Camo Crossbow $650 Excalibur Crossbow has broken new ground with its amazing Exomax hunting crossbow. The Exomax is one of the fastest hunting crossbows ever produced, boasting a 225 lb. Draw weight and capable of arrow speeds of 350 FPS. Excalibur s proven recurve limb design and on going innovations and technology accomplish this amazing speed and power without sacrificing any of the reliability and accuracy that all Excalibur crossbows are famous for. The Exomax comes finished front to back in Realtree HardwoodsTM camouflage using the Kolorfusion process for the most detailed and realistic camo finish ever, and includes a comfortable ambidextrous cheekpiece. It is also drilled and tapped to accept the optional scope and quiver mounts. Specifications: - Velocity: 350 fps - Draw Weight: 225 lbs. - Power Stroke: 16. 5 inch - Mass Weight: 6. 5 lbs - Overall Length: 39. 5 inch - Arrow Length: 20 inch - Arrow Weight: 350 Grain Min. - Stock Type: Traditional - Finish: Realtree Hardwoods HD All arrow speed were obtained using a 350 grain arrow and our optional 1989 Flemish Dyna Flight string.

Excalibur Crossbow, Pheonix, Realtree Hardwoods Kolorfusion $501.25 Our PHOENIX crossbow proves once and for all that good things come in small packages! Using our 175 lb. Forward mounted limb system, the PHOENIX stores more energy into a smaller crossbow than ever before possible, producing velocities in excess of 305 fps with a power stroke of only 14 inch. The Phoenix is ideal for smaller stature hunters or those who appreciate the advantages of hunting with a compact, lightweight crossbow, but don t want to sacrifice hitting power or trajectory. Each PHOENIX comes decorated in Realtree Hardwoods camouflage using the amazing new Kolorfusion process for the ultimate in realism and detail, comes drilled and tapped for Excalibur s scope and quiver mounts, and features quick detach sling studs and our fiber optic sight. All excalibur crossbows are equipped with our industry leading 3 lb. Pull trigger. Realtree HARDWOODS - 175 lb. Draw, 14 inch Power Stroke, 305-FPS, 3 lb. Pull trigger, Manual Safety, with Dissipator Bars Sound & Recoil Suppression System. Specifications: - Velocity: 305fps - Draw Weight: 175lbs - Power Stroke: 14. 5 inch - Mass Weight: 6. 3lbs - Overall Length: 37. 5 inch - Arrow Length: 20 inch - Arrow Weight: 350 Grain Min. - Finish: Realtree Hardwoods

Excalibur Varizone Scope 2-4X32Mm 1982 $101.29 Excalibur Vari-Zone Multi-Ring Scope 2-4x32 1982. The Vari-Zone multiplex crossbow scope allows you to precisely compensate for the trajectory of any crossbow shooting between 240 and 360 FPS for up to 50 yards in EXACTLY ten yard increments. Simply sight for 20 yards on the crosshair dials in your crossbows velocity and you are automatically sighted for 30 40 and 50 yards! This gives you the opportunity to change arrows without having to relearn the trajectory scale or else to perfectly tune your scope to any crossbow. The Vari-Zone is virtually parallax free at normal crossbow shooting ranges and has sensible adjustment clicks of 1/2" at 20 yards. Model: Excalibur 1982. Type: Gun Scopes

Excalibur 6650 The Right Stuff Accessory Package With Scope $362.88 The Right Stuff Scope Package Realtree AP PACKAGE includes: - Vari-Zone Multi-Range scope - Scope Mount - Scope Rings - Quiver Bracket - Excalibur 4-Arrow Quiver - Serving Wax - Excel String - Rope Cocking Aid - Crossbow Stringer - 6-Arrows with Vanes - 6-100 gr. Target Points - 6-100 gr. Broadheads

Barnett Outdoors 78032 Quad 400 Crossbow Package $542.79 A 151/2 power stroke 150lb. draw weight and powerful quad limbs with a Crosswire string/cable system combine to deliver bolts to the target at speeds up to 345 fps. You won't find a crossbow with comparable performance in this price range. The GAM composite stock is lightweight supertough has a contoured cheekpiece for enhanced shooting comfort and is outfitted with an integrated cocking device attachment (crank sold separately). Trigger is set with a smooth 4lb. pull for superior precision and control. Rugged machined scope mount. Power stroke: 151/2 . Length: 37 . Width: 263/4.

Excalibur Vari-Zone Multi-Ring Scope, 2-4x32 $125 The Vari-Zone multiplex crossbow scope allows you to precisely compensate for the trajectory of any crossbow shooting between 240 and 360 FPS for up to 50 yards in EXACTLY ten yard increments. Simply sight for 20 yards on the crosshair, dial in your crossbows velocity, and you are automatically sighted for 30, 40, and 50 yards! This gives you the opportunity to change arrows without having to relearn the trajectory scale or else to perfectly tune your scope to any crossbow. The Vari-Zone is virtually parallax free at normal crossbow shooting ranges and has sensible adjustment clicks of 1/2 inch at 20 yards.

Excalibur 1982 VariZone MultiRing Scope 24x32 $147.42 The VariZone multiplex crossbow scope allows you to precisely compensate for the trajectory of any crossbow shooting between 240 and 360 FPS for up to 50 yards in EXACTLY ten yard increments. Simply sight for 20 yards on the crosshair dial in your crossbows velocity and you are automatically sighted for 30 40 and 50 yards This gives you the opportunity to change arrows without having to relearn the trajectory scale or else to perfectly tune your scope to any crossbow. The VariZone is virtually parallax free at normal crossbow shooting ranges and has sensible adjustment clicks of 1/2 at 20 yards.

Horton Archery SS099 .88 In. Weaver Crossbow Scope Base $45.6 Durable mounting platform for crossbows by Horton Archery. Weaverstyle rails accommodate many different accessories. Made from premium CNC milled aluminum. High level of reverse recoil resistance protects hardware from vibration and loosening. Finish: Black. 7/8 thread fits most crossbows. Material: Aluminum. Finish: Matte Black. Rails: Weaver. Compatibility: Crossbows.

Excalibur Crossbow 6720 10 Phoenix Xbow Ls Pkg Hdwdcamo $965.25 The Phoenix crossbow is available with our Lite Stuff accessory package including everything you need to get started with your new crossbow. The Lite Stuff package includes our famous Varizone multiplex crossbow scope plus mounting rings and base for multirange accuracy 4 Firebolt lightweight carbon arrows with points our 4 arrow quiver and mounting bracket to safely and securely hold your arrows and our rope cocking aid for easy precise string alignment. Phoenixnbsp;Specificationsnbsp;Velocitynbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;305 fpsnbsp;Draw Weightnbsp;175 lbs.nbsp;Power Strokenbsp;14.5 nbsp;Mass Weightnbsp;6.3 lbsnbsp;Overall Lengthnbsp;37.5 nbsp;Arrow

Barnett Wildcat C5 Crossbow, Package, Camo $519.99 The Wildcat C5, the best selling bow of all time is the foundation of this compound bow. With speed, performance and comfort in mind this bow features a lightweight composite stock, a thumbhole grip, vented quad limbs, and the Veloci-Speed high energy wheel assembly. This bow also allows for easy installation of the optional crank cocking device while maintaining a sleek low profile look and feel. Specifications: - Draw Weight: 150-lb - Power Stroke: 13 inch - Foot Pounds Energy: 114 - Speed: 320 fps - Max Hunting range: 60 yards - Limb Type: Compound - Wheel Type: High Energy Wheels Includes: - Wildcat C5 Camo Crossbow - QDQ Quiver - Four 20 inch Arrows - Premium Red Dot Scope

The Trio of the Crossbow $39.99 David Teniers the Younger The Trio of the Crossbow - Giclee Print

Making a Crossbow $49.99 Olaus Magnus Making a Crossbow - Giclee Print

Chinese Crossbow $39.99 O. Louis Mazzatenta Chinese Crossbow - Photographic Print

Hawke Optics 5244 Hawke 3X32 Sr Crossbow Scp Apgh $220.99 The SR crossbow scope features a red/green illuminated glass etched reticle. The rheostat to adjust the brightness has 5 brightness settings on each color. The reticle features responding distance. The reticle is compatible with Hawke s Ballistic Reticle Calculator. The Ballistic Reticle Calculator is easy to use just go to hawkeoptics/brc.. Field of view: 1000 yards: 50.2 /15.3 . Length: 8.5 . Weight: 11 oz.

Hawke Optics 5243 Hawke 3X32 Sr Crossbow Scp Matt $181.99 The SR crossbow scope features a red/green illuminated glass etched reticle. The rheostat to adjust the brightness has 5 brightness settings on each color. The reticle features responding distance. The reticle is compatible with Hawke s Ballistic Reticle Calculator. The Ballistic Reticle Calculator is easy to use just go to hawkeoptics/brc.. Field of view: 1000 yards: 50.2 /15.3 . Length: 8.5 . Weight: 11 oz.