How much draw weight?
91331
Feels like 10 to 15 just remember you have to make the string at least 3 inches smaller than the bow you are putting it on
91332
Generally you specify the draw weight when you order as part of the purchase proceedure. Hope this helps
1046410
It is a continuous 40lb draw weight to full draw out to about 31" or a little more. You can decrease draw weight a little if desired.
443650
Yes to first 2 questions. The length should be adjustable to your range. Check with your State as to the minimum draw for hunting with a bow. Florida requires 35 pound draw.
491730
I don't recall that there was a draw weight limit on the packaging. However, these are intended for children's bows so the strength of the arrows is probably far in excess of what a child could pull. Considering my son shoots these into a wood fence when he misses the target none have failed or even dented the point.
1337329
My advise is to go to a range where they rent bows. Have him try out a few of those to see what his ideal draw weight would be. He would need something that isn't so light that it's too easy, unless he is just starting to learn. Also he would need something that isn't too hard to pull. But starting out at 40 is a bad idea.
220329
Another hunting article I read indicated that a 55-60# draw weight was good for a 30-yard kill, whereas a 70# draw weight would be better for a 50-60-yard kill. With these ratings, the 25# draw weight of the Banshee might only be accurate to 10 yards. The design of the Banshee is simplistic, even by recurve standards, and you will have to work with it a while to get anything further (accuracy-wise) out of it. I will be buying one as my son's first compound bow; he has been practicing with a Bear student straight bow I've had for 30 years. If he likes it, maybe next year I'll move him into a $200 model.
1747539
Depends on the draw length. Have him/her stand against wall with arms outstretched. Measure. Divide by 2.5 and that is draw length. Example for 25 inch draw you can go 26. You can actually go shorter but I like a little extra to clear fingers.
2108041
12 and up should be ok . it's a middle weight at 25 lb . max draw is 26 inches . its not a toy .
1485341
After looking at several states regulations on bow hunting, the average draw is 35-45 lbs. This crossbow has 175 lbs of draw. I'm sure it will take a deer with no problems. HOWEVER- do consult your state's regulations on using crossbows for big game hunting. Most states allow you to hunt with a crossbow during rifle season but not bow season. Depends on the state and check the regs before going.
225739
I would suggest teen+. Even at just 55lb draw strength, that's too much for most children.
82700
The draw weight means the amount of force needed to draw the string to its,maximum draw length which in this case is 28" I do believe. If the draw weight is 20 lbs then i would have to excert the same amount of force on the string as i would need to lift a 20 lbs weight. Or, if i tied a 20 lbs barbell to the string of the bow, and lifted it by the handle of the bow then i would draw the bow to the,max draw length. Basically you'd have to pull with 20 lbs of force on the string to draw the bow fully.
829991
Draw weight is about 25#. Let of around 10#, and draw length is not adjustable nor is the bow upgradable. Has no knock rests and the string cannot have the peep put into it so aiming is tricky.
78719
believe that the amount of pounds the recurve is rated at is a standard draw of 28 inches. at the draw of 28 inches is 50lbs for a recurve rated 50lbs. still I pull my bow 30 inches which increases the poundage. I shoot 31 inch arrows with a inch left over the front. of course one could draw further depends on length of arm and strength.
1233323
I used SA Sports Ambush Crossbow 150lb draw. I am a novice hunter. These arrows did the job for me. They survived over a dozen shots target/sighting in and even the 6-7'' pine tree trunk that it hit after passing through my first deer ever last month.
666851
I don't know how consistent the draw weight is set out of the box. My bow was around 58lbs. Be sure to get it tuned. The cams were slightly out of sync. It's a great bow. Can't wait for the deer to cooperate enough for me to use it!
870010
I'm a novice but there is a let off when you draw. I don't know what that amount is but I have no problem keeping the bow drawn, currently set around 42#. A google search says 75%.
176081
Bows don't usually come in sizes, it's by draw weight. A 50 lb is for fairly strong adult men. I've prefer 40-45 lbs as I can practice much longer without becoming exhausted.