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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.”

TIP

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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