Choosing a crossbow can be overwhelming, given the variety of options on the market today. There are high-end models packed with advanced features, and there are low-end models that still get the job done. Determining value doesn’t mean cheapest, and everyone’s budget varies. But value does mean finding the right balance of performance and features in comparison to the price to make sure you get the most out of your investment. We took to the field with speed, draw weight, weight, power stroke, accuracy, durability, and cost in mind to find the 10 best crossbows for the money available today.…
Author: Bill Brod
On a seemingly unlucky Friday the 13th, retired surgeon Joe R. Bumgardner, M.D., of Starkville, Mississippi, made the hunt of a lifetime, taking down a massive 175 3/8-inch whitetail buck with partially shed velvet antlers in Adams County, MS. The story of the buck, known as “Houdini,” had been years in the making and culminated in one unforgettable hunt. Bumgardner was using his Ravin R500 Crossbow. Location of Hunt: Adams County, MS Hunter Name: Joe Bumgardner Taken With: Ravin R500 Crossbow (click Here to Buy Newest Models) The Legend of Houdini The landowner had been tracking Houdini, a 7 ½-year-old…
Deciding Which Style is Best for you (Soft vs. Semi Rigid vs. Hard) Selecting the proper case for your crossbow comes down to several questions about what your intentions are and expectations for the crossbow case to perform. Most crossbow manufacturers provide soft-sided cases, some provide what I would call semi-rigid hard cases, and very few provide truly hard crossbow cases. There is a place for all types of cases depending on your needs, and the price points vary dramatically. I will help you to sort through what options exist, and help you select the best crossbow case for your…