Budget entry level bow for 8 yr old??

[Blazer406]

Might be looking for a bow for my 8 yr old. He has never had a bow, but really wants one and eventually hunt with one. With as fast as kids grow, what is out there in a compound bow that doesn't have a fixed draw length? I obviously don't want to spend alot of money on a bow he will outgrow in a year..... so one that is decent that can last him a few years would be nice.

Any recommendations?

I would guess he is still a couple years away from actually hunting with a bow......

[msbigdawg1234]

Get him a Mathews Craze and be done with it for a while....

[duck_nutt]

Get him a Mathews Craze and be done with it for a while....

+1

got my 12 year old one last christmas....draw lenght can be changed from 17 to 29 inches
draw weight from 20 to 70 lbs

they will never outgrow this bow.....if luke doesn't use his, I will!

[DUCKAHOLIC]

Razors Edge by Black Diamond............owned by Bow Tech

http://www.diamondarchery.com/#/product ... ducts&i=26

Proof is in the puddin...........first deer with a bow at 6 years old......has killed 4 more and still lookin

[BucksandDucks]

First choice would be the Craze, second the edge, and third would be the Bear apprentice. Check on Archery talk under the Youth or women's bows and you can fnd a pretty good deal!

[Odis]

I bought mine a Menace by Mission which is owned by Matthews, I think the draw lengths are somthing like 17-28 inches and adjusts from 20-50 pounds. I'm figuring I'll have to buy one more for them before its there turn.

[Cochise]

I bought my 8yr old the Razors Edge last November for his birthday. He loves it. I was impressed with the way it shoots. We are going to go this month and get it adjusted AGAIN to his growing draw length. It seemes to be a solid little bow.

[Double R 2]

Razors Edge by Black Diamond............owned by Bow Tech

http://www.diamondarchery.com/#/product ... ducts&i=26

Proof is in the puddin...........first deer with a bow at 6 years old......has killed 4 more and still lookin

There was a used one on consignment at Bill's yesterday for $150-200, great condition and looked ready to roll. I think they're nearly $350 new.

[chs36]

the mission/mathews craze just adjust so much. they can shoot it forever.

[muddylab]

Craze. bought my 12 year old one. much more adjustable than others. he is shooitng 24 inch draw at 50# and its shooting 225fps

[Blazer406]

Getting closer...... if I get him a Menace or a Craze..... I assume it comes naked.

What accessories will I need?

I am assuming - sights, an arrow rest, a release, and a quiver? ..... and a bunch of heavy duty (cheap) aluminum arrows with field points.....

[dukluk]

This is all a beginning youngster needs, for right now.....Just bought this one at Bass Pro in Pearl.....all accessories are included.


Barnett Vortex Compound Bow Package for Youth


•Adjustable to fit most beginning archers
•Performance and styling equal to that of many adult bows
•Dual cams provide smooth draws with 60–70% let-off
•Draw weight of 24–45 lbs.
•Offers 6" of draw length adjustability (from 21"–27")
•Package includes 3-pin sight, capture-style arrow rest, two-piece 3-arrow quiver, and three arrows
•Packaging serves as a case
Adjustable to fit most beginning archers, with performance and styling equal to that of many adult bows. Dual cams provide smooth draws with 60–70% let-off

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Draw Weight: - 24-35 lbs
Hand: - Right Hand
Draw Length: - 21"-27"

Other specs:
Axle-To-Axle Length: 28-3/8"
Brace Height (in): 6-3/4"
Weight: 2.0 lbs.
Item Number: 38-889-947-01
Your Price (each): $149.99 - In stock

[quackerkiller]

Buy him a craze and you won't HAVE to buy him another one... EVER! can not best it! Loaded out with arrows for less than $500!!!! Trust me you will not be disappointed!!