I don't plan on hunting with this bow, just target shots really, is this too overboard for just that?
1286910
I don't think its overboard at all. Very powerful bow. Very accurate also, as long as you set the sights in.
1286911
I'm new to the sport and purchased this solely for target shooting on my rural property. It is a great beginner bow per the local archery shop reps I spoke with. I would STRONGLY recommend you also order the cocking device. It's very strenuous to load the bolts and well worth the money. You will also want to buy a target. There are many options available from square bags of assorted sizes and densities to game animals (hunting decoy type). Hay or cardboard targets will damage the bolts severely. Also, Amazon has the best prices by far on bolts (arrows) and cases. Lastly, the red dot scope that comes with the bow in some packages is VERY basic. I would definitely upgrade it and pay the few bucks to have it professionally sighted at a local pro shop. Hope this helps.
1286912
I'm new to the sport and purchased this solely for target shooting on my rural property. It is a great beginner bow per the local archery shop reps I spoke with. I would STRONGLY recommend you also order the cocking device. It's very strenuous to load the bolts and well worth the money. You will also want to buy av target. There are many options available from square bags of assorted sizes and densities to game animals (hunting decoy type). Hay or cardboard targets will damage the bolts severely. Also, Amazon has the best prices by far in bolts (arrows) and cases. Hope this helps.
1306415
The bow is for basic learning designed for small kids. It teaches basic skills but has no power for hunting or even being used for distant target practice. I would go to any store that sells bows and see if you are strong enough to pull back and hold 25lbs. If you can I would buy a more powerful adjustable bow. If you can't this bow is for you.
1592159
Honestly no, the bow has a 50 lb draw and can take some getting used to. It is not the easiest to learn too shoot with, accuracy is based more off your reactions rather than sighting in the target. It was good for introducing my girl friend to bows but she quickly decided to get one more tailored to her. I hope this helps.
1114663
I wouldnt shoot anything less because the arrow will fly crazy after about thirty yards. From experience
1922136
I would recommend if you just want a bow to shoot at target. Not difficult to draw back and aim. I purchased for my 10yr old last year. It's really a beginners bow, not for hunting.
1468173
No! the bow is much heavier than advertised and arrows fall out of my bow when I point it down ... if your in a tree stand and a deer comes in close your in trouble ... yuk!
1733308
I actually haven't used it for fishing yet, but you can just take off the attachment. It definitely is still a recurve so not accurate for hunting like a crossbow or compound but it is a fun challenge you get better at and I agree with John about the cradle. It would be better with a proper one. Can't wait for the spring/summer time to try the fishing part. Overall, it is still a fun and cheap recurve bow if you want to take it to a range.
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I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be better. If its target practice (like i do), 35lbs, if its hunting, i have no opinion. I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be... » Read More I would say its a bit much. I agree with the two other posters: In regards to str8edge, I dont know if you are around any ranges where they would rent bows, but if you could go to a hunting or sports shop and try them, thats a great idea. Also, as At Full Draw said, I believe 30-35 lbs would be better. Currently (for me), i can pull the draw string back all the way (all the way, meaning my arms' length, me being about your 14 year old's height), and i can hold that for maybe 2 minutes max. So, to answer your question, I would say its not TOO much, but a lighter lbs bow would be better. If its target practice (like i do), 35lbs, if its hunting, i have no opinion. « Show Less
2001152
I suppose if you got good enough with it. I would say that it has the power. At 15 yards we have missed the target and sunk it into a piece of plywood. It is definitely not a toy bow.
1798609
Bow hunting is a fairly technical activity. I recommend lot's of study, training and practice before going hunting. But: No, don't hunt with these.
1306414
It is not good to train to hunt. It is good to teach kids and young teens how a bow works in general and to practice learning to aim. The accuracy and distance achievable on this bow is definitely not anything you would want to hunt with, but it is good to introduce kids to learning the basic mechanics of archery.
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Yes, but for larger game, like deer, a more powerful crossbow is advisable. This bow has the advantage of being easier to cock than 150+and it is relatively light so it easier to track fast moving game like rabbits. Even though it is value priced, it is a serious piece of business. If his is your first crossbow, go to an archery range and have them string it for you and show you how to correctly cock it. They can also help you sight it in. Even though I have had multiple crossbows over the years, I never string them myself. With a bench rest vise they can do it in about one minute. There probably won't even be a charge and a hour of range time practice is advisable. Yes, but for larger game, like deer, a more powerful crossbow is advisable. This bow has the advantage of being easier to cock than 150+and it is relatively light so it easier to track fast moving game like rabbits. Even though it is value priced, it is a serious piece of business. If his is your first crossbow, go to an archery range and have them string it for you and show you how to correctly cock it. They can also help you sight it in. Even though I have had multiple crossbows over the years, I never string them myself. With a bench rest vise they can do it in about one... » Read More Yes, but for larger game, like deer, a more powerful crossbow is advisable. This bow has the advantage of being easier to cock than 150+and it is relatively light so it easier to track fast moving game like rabbits. Even though it is value priced, it is a serious piece of business. If his is your first crossbow, go to an archery range and have them string it for you and show you how to correctly cock it. They can also help you sight it in. Even though I have had multiple crossbows over the years, I never string them myself. With a bench rest vise they can do it in about one minute. There probably won't even be a charge and a hour of range time practice is advisable. « Show Less
1786682
if it is a junior compound bow, they are great practice arrows, it is not meant for hunting nor is the bow.
1448755
yes ! although I have not as of yet attempted to shoot the Broadheads ( expensive) so I am or cannot give you a full response to their effectiveness honestly. I primarily use the target points, just for that exercise, and have not even mounted the broadheads on my bow. I am moving into the bow fishing now, so I will need some input on that process one day myself. I have seen that bow fishing when possible, it is regulated in many states, is fun and produces great results.
365117
The bow ships with three bolts that have field tips. These tips are used for general target practice. You can unscrew these and place broad heads on your bolts for hunting. However, I wouldn't recommend broad-heads for target practice as they will dull much faster. As for recommendations, it's really up to preference or what size/type of game you are hunting.
1592160
Absolutely. It is so simple and easy to assemble, and although the pull says it's 50-55, it's really only about 30 or so with the string that it comes with. The arrows that come with it are great and very durable, and they are not too difficult to replicate at your local archery or hunting store. Fires well and you'll love how easy it is to store by it being a compact bow.
335550
The scope is a weird dot thing that I took off and just used the sights. Sights can be dialed in some but for me it still ended up high.As for game, well I guess you could. It does get going pretty fast. I have a cardboard box stuffed to the brim w old denim and even still it gets about half the dart in. Those darts are fairly pointy. That said, the while it *could* be done, its main purpose in life is to be a novelty crossbow. You can't (in my area) take it to the archery range and the gun range starts wondering if they're being pranked. It's a toy for grown ups. Don't expect anything and you won't be disappointed. :-) The scope is a weird dot thing that I took off and just used the sights. Sights can be dialed in some but for me it still ended up high.As for game, well I guess you could. It does get going pretty fast. I have a cardboard box stuffed to the brim w old denim and even still it gets about half the dart in. Those darts are fairly pointy. That said, the while it *could* be done, its main purpose in life is to be a novelty crossbow. You can't (in my area) take it to the archery range and the gun range starts wondering if they're being pranked. It's a toy for... » Read More The scope is a weird dot thing that I took off and just used the sights. Sights can be dialed in some but for me it still ended up high.As for game, well I guess you could. It does get going pretty fast. I have a cardboard box stuffed to the brim w old denim and even still it gets about half the dart in. Those darts are fairly pointy. That said, the while it *could* be done, its main purpose in life is to be a novelty crossbow. You can't (in my area) take it to the archery range and the gun range starts wondering if they're being pranked. It's a toy for grown ups. Don't expect anything and you won't be disappointed. :-) « Show Less