HELLO! NEW GUY, NEW CROSSBOW! THE PHOENIX!

PA GUY · Post by **PA GUY** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:12 am

Hello All!

I'm Greg from Pennsylvania and after much consideration, i have ordered the phoenix package!

I have never owned a crossbow before so I have no idea what to expect.

This bow will be used 100% for Pennsylvania deer hunting.

What will be the max range of this bow?

Can I reasonable expect to shoot a deer at 40 yards?

At 30 yards?

What accessories should I buy that don't come with the package?

It was between this bow and the Ten Point Pro Fusion and I just hope I made the right decision.

Thanks

mikej · Post by **mikej** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:28 am

welcome to the forum you will find alot of knowledge here. you have made a great choice in the phoenix, thats what i shoot. as far as range practice practice practice get to know your bow a certain yardage and shoot whatever you are confortable with. i would not hesitate a 30 or 40 yard shot if everything was right and above all it was a clear shot. but some may only shoot 20 to 25 yards it all depends on what you are comfortable with.

GA.crossbowhunt · Post by **GA.crossbowhunt** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:28 am

welcome from ga pa guy. you have one of the best bows in the market. as for what you need with the bow did you get the right stuff package that has everything you need. as for the 40 yard shot it can be made but the main thing is practice practice and practice. the 30 yead shot is a litlle easier than the 40 but with it to the thing is practice. have fun with the phoenix thats what i shoot.

mikej · Post by **mikej** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:30 am

GA we must have been typing at the same time

hikerman · Post by **hikerman** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 12:01 pm

Traget shoot at 40 yards and you will see how long the bolt takes to get out there specially at 50 yards.
The deer has plenty of time to react.
Don't want to get into if it can be done or not.
Some people complain about string jumpers at 30 yards.

The phoenix in a nice bow, I just put one together for a freind of mine.
Shoots nice, a lot of fun!

I would get the cocking aid and the strinner aid.
That package comes with easton XX75 2216 bolts. Get a few more of those and keep some just for hunting.

Boo · Post by **Boo** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 12:13 pm

Get an STS and stick with the stock string (get a back up one as well) until you know for sure that you will not dry-fire the bow.

vixenmaster · Post by **vixenmaster** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 12:32 pm

40 yds 30 yds 20 yds 10 yds. yes yes yes yes! it has the power just need a tick toter volunteer. good BH's decent weight of arrows. keep fingers hands toes & nose away from the rail when you shoot. is the phoenix a good Bow yes thats why you bought over the Ten pt.

kyteach · Post by **kyteach** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 2:22 pm

You have one of the best bows money can buy. The customer service THE BEST out there. Get and STS system and be sure you get a Boo String. Read what others say about Boo Strings. Your bow should last a lifetime.
Good luck. I hope you take many deer.

saxman · Post by **saxman** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 2:30 pm

Welcome friend
I think 40 yards is a reasonable shot at a relaxed unsuspecting animal
but at one that has busted you and is on full GTFO mode,I don't know
Each situation is different.
You will have to gain experiance and make that decision when it comes.
You cant go weong with the right stuff package to start.the right prople put it together.
Add a Boo string and a Groundpounder mount the upgrade later to some Crazy Farmer arrows and you are well on your way.

Sandman · Post by **Sandman** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 2:35 pm

Welcome aboard~! Most of your ?? have been answered if there is anything else Im sure you can find it by doing a search here~!

Once again welcome~!

dutchhunter · Post by **dutchhunter** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 2:38 pm

if i can shot a tom tyrkey at 42 yards u should have no problem on deer practice is the key .great bow life time of happyness .these bows will shot great at 6 even 70 yards should we shot a deer at these ranges probely not .40 yards is my comfert area but to each threr own my 2 cents DUTCH

wabi · Post by **wabi** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 3:24 pm

I hold my shots to 30 yards and under with my Phoenix. Not saying 40 isn't possible, but the odds of the deer moving at the sound of firing (string jump) would be a lot higher at 40. Also by the time the arrow reaches 40 yards it's dropping quickly, so range estimation becomes a lot more critical.

BUDFIELDS · Post by **BUDFIELDS** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 4:04 pm

WELCOME to the forum..

I am also a new crossbow archer myself. AFter bowhunting since 1964, I am physically unable to use a compound bow without enduring alot of pain.

I recently purchased a 2008 EXCALIBUR PHOENIX package and I LOVE IT!! As far as range... 30-40 yards should be NO PROBLEM but I suggest, as others did, PRACTICE..PRACTICE and MORE PRACTICE..

This is my FIRST SEASON hunting whotetail deer with a crossbow and I am having a BLAST!! I have had 3 shots..ALL AT 30 YARDS... and I have taken 3 DEER. ALL THREE SHOTS were complete penetration through BOTH shoulders and the arrow/bolt stuck in the ground.. EXCELLENT BLOODTRAIL and A SHORT RECOVERY DISTANCE..

You made a WISE choice in products and you will learn ALOT about crossbows here also. GREAT information from GREAT PEOPLE.

Bud Fields

Wishbone · Post by **Wishbone** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 5:41 pm

Welcome PA GUY. Congrats on the new Phoenix !! Every one here treats you like family, need to know something just ask this forum is great... I won't repeat what everyone else already said so... WELCOME<WELCOME< WELCOME !!!

Kevin

Doe Master · Post by **Doe Master** » Wed Oct 29, 2008 6:21 pm

Welcome to the Worlds best crossbow forum .As for the distance thing it is a decision you will have to make .The only advice I can give new crossbow hunters is "It is not a gun ,limit your ranges "

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