Phoenix for a Tall Guy

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mkgeorgetown
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Phoenix for a Tall Guy

Post by mkgeorgetown »

This may seem like a dumb question, but when I read about the Phoenix's description it sounds like it is a shorter crossbow. My question is for taller folks who may own this Xbow is it a good fit for you? I am not Amazon or anything like that (6'1'', 200 pounds) but just taller than the average bear. Please advise. I am looking at the Phoenix as well as the 2004 Exocet 175. Let me know your thoughts and thanks!!!
fletch
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Post by fletch »

Hi mkgt, there is no difference in stock length in the xcals just in the powerstroke length. The shorter the ps the easier it is to cock the xbow. I am 6' tall 215 and I have the exomax and I have no problem cocking it but my cousin is 5' 4'' and he has a hard time cocking mine. But with the cocking aid pretty much any size can cock the max.
mkgeorgetown
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Post by mkgeorgetown »

Thanks for the follow up Fletch, I apprciate it!
franklinm
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Post by franklinm »

Hi MKGF they all are great bows I am short armed and would love the phoenix over the Exocet but a friend of mine has one ( Phoennix ) and he is just over 6 foot and about 240 he loves it .
mkgeorgetown
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Post by mkgeorgetown »

Thank you Franklinm, I think my choice has just gotten easier! Take care.
mikew
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Post by mikew »

Hi,
BTW GaryL has just posted an Exomag FS - looks like a GREAT deal, BTW...

I'd jump on it, but I'm short (5'7") and the Exomag has a longer power stroke than I'd like to try to cock.

Good luck,
-Mike
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Ridge Runner
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Post by Ridge Runner »

I am 6ft 2" tall. 238 lbs. I have no problem with the phoenix. I hand cock my crossbow. It fits my size. great crossbow :D :D :D
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