Just received a brand new switchback xt from my brother-in-law. I need some suggestions on what to set the bow up with. Be hunting muleys and elk mainly in New Mexico. I have guided bow hunters and I know what I do not want, but I do not know much about the products out there. Suggestions for rest, sights, arrow selection, stabilizers, etc.
Switchback XT setup, (new to the sport)
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nmhs
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go to the mathews web site and log on to their forums. You will get any information you need and more. Do a search. there is a lot of good info and good guys that will help you out.
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Go to a local matthews dealer in your area and let them help you. Are you new to archery in general or just to the switchback? If i could suggest one thing. Keep in mind that everyone has opinions on what to get and how to do it.
a couple of "suggestions", choices
Sights, there are many, use what works best for your eyes:
fuse, spot hogg, cobra, copper john dead nutz
rests: I would personally go with a drop away and there are many to choose from
the matthews rest is great, trophy takers are almost indestructable
too many stabilizers to choose from but doinkers are great
arrows; easton, beman, gold tips, you can't go wrong with any of those MAKE SURE THAT THEY ARE PROPERLY SPINED FOR YOU DRAW WEIGHT
i would suggest a wrist sling so you can have a nice open relaxed grip on you bow
I always put limb savers on all my bows, this one doesn't need it but I do it any way.
I hope this gives you a starting point.
Good luck
teamt
let me know if you need any help as I work at a bow shop
a couple of "suggestions", choices
Sights, there are many, use what works best for your eyes:
fuse, spot hogg, cobra, copper john dead nutz
rests: I would personally go with a drop away and there are many to choose from
the matthews rest is great, trophy takers are almost indestructable
too many stabilizers to choose from but doinkers are great
arrows; easton, beman, gold tips, you can't go wrong with any of those MAKE SURE THAT THEY ARE PROPERLY SPINED FOR YOU DRAW WEIGHT
i would suggest a wrist sling so you can have a nice open relaxed grip on you bow
I always put limb savers on all my bows, this one doesn't need it but I do it any way.
I hope this gives you a starting point.
Good luck
teamt
let me know if you need any help as I work at a bow shop
Thanks to all, I am new to bowhunting and was just wondering on what setups work best for you guys that have some experience. I have visited with the guys at the local bowshop and they all have different suggestions than what the shop owner has. I guess it is just what fits each individual person.
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
You say you just recieved it from your brother-in-law? The very first thing you need to do is gp to a pro shop and make sure the draw length is correct for you.
After that you can start getting accessories for it.
Good luck, it's a rush and the XT is an awesome bow!!!
Lien2
After that you can start getting accessories for it.
Good luck, it's a rush and the XT is an awesome bow!!!
Lien2
Wow. You've got a nice Bro- in -Law! Great bow. Definitely take it to a shop to make sure the draw length is correct for you, otherwise you will never shoot it well.
There are so many good vendors out there and ways to set up your bow. I have a standard Switchback and I went through the same process of picking and choosing parts. Here is what I settled on and I finally think I have it nailed down with the best of everything.
Trophy Ridge Drop Zone rest.
Spot Hogg Hunter Hog It sight.
Simms modular stabilizer.
Truball Tornado Release.
Mathews Arrow Web quiver.
Simms Limb Savers.
Winners Choice String.
Then you need to pick some arrows. Don't buy bargain models, but you don't need the most expensive either. Most manufacturers make good ones, JUST MAKE SURE THEY ARE THE CORRECT SPINE. This will depend on the length of the arrow, your poundage, and the size tip you want to shoot. The manufacturer will publish a chart that will help you make the right decision. This is very important!
Then get yourself some good broadheads and get to practicing. Ideally, you want your bow to be tuned well with your set up so that your braodhead tipped arrows will impact the same point as your field tipped arrows. If not, you may need some help from your pro shop making rest adjustments to get them shooting properly. You can also download the Easton Archery Arrow Tuning Guide for help too. Good luck.
There are so many good vendors out there and ways to set up your bow. I have a standard Switchback and I went through the same process of picking and choosing parts. Here is what I settled on and I finally think I have it nailed down with the best of everything.
Trophy Ridge Drop Zone rest.
Spot Hogg Hunter Hog It sight.
Simms modular stabilizer.
Truball Tornado Release.
Mathews Arrow Web quiver.
Simms Limb Savers.
Winners Choice String.
Then you need to pick some arrows. Don't buy bargain models, but you don't need the most expensive either. Most manufacturers make good ones, JUST MAKE SURE THEY ARE THE CORRECT SPINE. This will depend on the length of the arrow, your poundage, and the size tip you want to shoot. The manufacturer will publish a chart that will help you make the right decision. This is very important!
Then get yourself some good broadheads and get to practicing. Ideally, you want your bow to be tuned well with your set up so that your braodhead tipped arrows will impact the same point as your field tipped arrows. If not, you may need some help from your pro shop making rest adjustments to get them shooting properly. You can also download the Easton Archery Arrow Tuning Guide for help too. Good luck.
