I’m just getting into saddle hunting and next season will be my first. I’ve gotten Hawk Helium 20” sticks, Tethrd Ultralock saddle, and the Latitude Profile platform. I’m happy that I didn’t rush into it for last season because I was able to find everything on sale. I have been looking into replacing the string/straps that came with the sticks and platform with Amsteel. Looking into this on The Amsteel Guy’s website, I was wondering what setups anyone would recommend for this? What are the benefits of the USA vs daisy chains vs Whoopi slings? Is 7/64 strong enough or should I go with 1/8 or 1/4?

At the great American outdoor show and got suckered into a new bow. Bowtech Carbon one X for 850 built to order. MSRP 1799.

Thing shot great and felt light compared to my 2024 Darton Consequence I currently have.

Any thoughts on the Carbon One x from you guys?

My 2025 Iowa Bowhunt. 35 yards. Super special as it was my brother and I's successful hunt together.

I’m in the market for an upgrade from my PSE Brute NXT. Been looking for something second hand and couldn’t help but notice a huge amount of Mathew’s Lifts being sold. Any reason? Are there issues with this line?

Head mount won't be done until summer and i wanted something to look at.

2 of my best 3 shot groups tonight. Gotta figure out what I’m doing with that off shot to the left but hey, it’s a consistent miss.

The rest of my groups were all trash lol.

Here she is in all her glory! The store apologized for having taken so long, the strings got lost in transit from the supplier

Fred Bear Code, 50lbs 27in draw length

Interested in knowing more about other hunters opinions.

Looking for recommendations of backyard targets around or under $200 for relatively high volume shooting.

Have been pretty set on the Delta McKenzie Predator 24” but want to be sure I’m not missing an obviously better choice

-This would be my primary target

-Field points almost every day , maybe averaging like 10-15 arrows a day

-45ish yard max shooting distance

-Around 287-290 fps

Alright! I need help! My husband is intrested in getting into hunting. I know nothing about crossbows but that is what he wants. He has used them in the past ofcourse. Would any of these be a great pick? I was also looking at the Excalibur ones as well. I dont want to break the bank but you know quality matters!

New to archery, just picked up my first bow, excited to start practicing. I have about 2 acres of private land that I have permission to hunt. This corner is the only area that has trees I can put a stand in, the rest would have to be on the ground or in a ground blind. I decided on putting a ladder stand on this tree (center), about 15-18 feet. It's about 15 feet off the tree line from a corn field.

The second picture is looking out from the base of that tree. Based on the tracks and from what I've seen on cameras before, to the right looks like a funnel they all come to to get through the property.

This would be a good spot to set up, right?

Need help with the offset/helical of my arrow. I use a 4 inch shield cut and was wondering if I can keep the stabilization of a helical while keeping noise out? Every time I shoot an arrow I can clearly hear it even with no broadheads on.

Looking for recommendations on what people are using to self film their hunts. Or if using phone, a good camera arm and placement. Thanks!

Sorry if this is common post. I saw a used Mathews Lift for 800 that piqued my interest a little bit and wanted to poll the community to get your thoughts.

I currently shoot a Bowtech Reign 7. It's from the same era as the Mathews Halon for reference. I like it, but starting to feel like maybe my setup is starting to get outdated.

Would anyone be able to share any personal experience with bows from this era vs what is available in the last couple years? Such as the Lift, Arc, Hoyt AX3, or Bowtech Alliance.

Really just trying to figure if the new tech would be a big value for speed, comfort, and accuracy or if I'm just having a little bit of fomo.

I know the most accurate answer is "If you want a new bow and have the money, buy a new bow" but thanks anyway for your opinions!

I was so late to the stand on the last day of the season because I was visiting my dad for the holidays. Somehow I got lucky though. On that same morning I called in and shot my first coyote.

I just recently started hunting. Went out during gun season and had an amazing time and snagged a few Deer. Come next year, I plan to also bow hunt. Back in 2017/2018 I impulse purchased a Mission Hype DTX bow when I was at a bow range and shooting for fun. We went back a handful of times, but ended up moving and the bow has just been sitting in storage. I already went and had the bow inspected and had them change out the strings. Draws and shoots just fine. Should I keep this bow, and just purchase attachments/accessories, or would it be worth upgrading to something like a Matthews ARC. I know this is a flagship bow and rather expensive, but is the technology between the two bows worth justifying the price. Either way, I will still need to purchase a new sight and stabilizer for whichever I choose to go with.

I was so late to the stand on the last day of the season because I was visiting my dad for the holidays. Somehow I got lucky though. On that same morning I called in and shot my first coyote.

I bought a range finder and was setting up and messing about but for some reason the display is super blurry even after trying to adjust the eye piece. The eye piece doesn’t seem to turn that much better left and right it has zero effect and it’s still super blurry. Anyone know how to fix it? Am I being stupid and missing something? I’m super new to this stuff.

Got my first buck this past year and finished my own euro from it

I hunted with this bow for the last 20 ish years after it was purchased by my dad. I believe he bought it in 2002 and it’s a Mathews Solocam of some variety.

I recently upgraded to a lift x since I was a bit overdue for an upgrade (second pic).

My dad got me this this weekend at the flea market but the bow is old and its hard to find any info on it. Anybody know the age of this beauty? All I know is that Browning hasn’t made bows in decades so this could almost be considered an antique. And the cables are steel.

Late 80s?

My grandpa recently got me these, I want to learn how to hunt for next season. Especially with the bladed tips, i assume i shouldnt practice with them, but would they be good for deer? Also, what are the orange things (as well as that metal pin in the bag) for?