Crank cocker

Fred · Post by **Fred** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 4:12 pm

Was considering an Equinox but I E-mailed Excaliber trying to find out what the mechanical advantage was on the crank cocker if any no sense buying a bow I can't cock but it seems they answer their E Mail about like Parker once week maybe

Grizzly Adam · Post by **Grizzly Adam** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 4:15 pm

Why don't you try sending Bill T. and the Excal Marketing Dude a PM?

They've always responded quickly when I contacted them.

Doe Master · Post by **Doe Master** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 5:46 pm

Fred if you sent the e-mail today it will be answered probably on tuesday when they go back to work .Today is thanksgiving in canada .

kitty kat · Post by **kitty kat** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 5:55 pm

Hi Fred. I purchased a krankaroo for my bow last year. I can't tell you the exact amout of effort that it takes but it isn't very much. You can always stop half way through the cocking opperation and take a rest and start again. The crank system is also nice for decocking the bow. With the crank my grandaughter will be able to use the bow. Good luck.

Masterhunter · Post by **Masterhunter** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 8:12 pm

I ordered one myself and can't wait to get it. I "misplaced" my rope cocker so when I went hunting yesterday had to use the arms and whoa boy. I hurt my shoulder so decided to get the best for the job as I'm not getting any younger.

awshucks · Post by **awshucks** » Mon Oct 08, 2007 10:47 pm

Gotta disagree w/ using the Crankaroo to uncock an xbow, that's an accident waiting to happen. Even if you need a Crankaroo to cock it, a rope cocker is a much better choice to uncock, takes alot less effort than you will believe w/o trying it.

the elf · Post by **the elf** » Wed Oct 10, 2007 7:08 pm

Where is that harsh sound coming from----that you guys are getting?--I use the cocking aid to uncock my exocet 200----and no extra harsh noise-----I keep pulling up on cocking rope as I am pulling the trigger----very little noise. I don`t understand.---------Elf.

kitty kat · Post by **kitty kat** » Thu Oct 11, 2007 7:53 am

Thanks Elf for your comment.I have used the crankeroo for decocking. Yes I will admit it is another thing that could cause injury if not using care. Going hunting on the wifes birthday or anniversary will give you a lot more pain. With every thing there is a chance of problems.Hunt hard play safe.

the elf · Post by **the elf** » Thu Oct 11, 2007 8:38 am

Clarification--------I use the regular two handled cocking aid to cock--and uncock----------I Do not use the CRANKEROO to uncock. Elf.

brokebow · Post by **brokebow** » Thu Oct 11, 2007 10:52 am

I have just bought a new Vortex 200 and I am going to by a crank,I am disabled( back problems)I can cock the bow,setting down, but if I have a lot of clothes on,I think it would be easier.