Global Sports: Today's Compound Bows - Fast, Faster And Fastest

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Today's Compound Bows - Fast, Faster And Fastest

By Brian Stephens

Among the fastest compound bows whose speeds have been tested according to the IBO standards of measurement we have some items in the product line of PSE Archery, specifically the 2010 PSE X-force series.

Beginning with the model that has the lowest fps, we take a glimpse at the PSE X-Force Vendetta XL. Boasting an fps of 328, this model is amazingly soft and smooth on the draw cycle, contrary to what might be expected of bows capable of speeds beyond 300 fps. It could even be mistaken to be a standard bow.

The model operates silently and does not jump forward after an arrow has been released. The model is also, uncharacteristically for fast bows, quite precise. The arrows that are shot out tend to remain on course. Combining both speed and precision in one model is a milestone accomplished in the field of making archery equipment.

The Omen which tops the fps speeds of the series with 366-358 fps is easily over-qualified for modest bowhunting activities. It is more appropriate for hunting really quick prey because it not only is fast but is also accurate over a long range. On draws, the model exhibits some tension untilt the break-over point is reached when it become smooth. But that is to be expected given its fantastic speed. In spite of its power, it is comfortable to use, being both quiet and steady.

The omen uses past parallel split limbs to reduce shock, a Vibracheck backstop to minimize vibrations and cable guard silencers. It is the faster double bow on the market today partly due to the fact that it uses a hybrid cam system that has a let-off of 70 %.

The most expensive of the PSE X-Force series, this double bow is an archer's dream come true with its fps of 356, the arrows don't seem to fly off this shooter but sort of just appear on the target. Yes, it is so fast that you won't even see the arrow fly. With such a propelling force, the DreamSeason easily penetrates and goes clean through its target.

This is a compound bow for professionals rather than beginners and enthusiasts. Practicing with it can't be done on a small archery range. It might be better to do it in an open field. Be sure your targets are thick enough so that the arrows don't punch a hole right through them.

Before the X-force technology, experts were unanimous that speed and control could never be combined in one compound bow. Additionally, it was contended that beyond 400 fps it would not be possible to go. However, since the X-Force made the scene, those opinions have to be altered. With the highest speed attainable in compound bows now 366 fps, it won't be long before the 400 fps ceiling no longer remains the ceiling.

The future prospects should make archery aficionados happy. But in the meantime, people should be sampling the performance of the PSE X-Force series.

Doc # BS-823-ULT5-g4r2

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