Mathews VXR, 28 or 31.5”?

BeanMan · Jan 9, 2021

I’m about ready to purchase a Mathews VXR, I’m leaning towards the 28” ATA and I have a 29.5” draw length. Perhaps I should be looking at the VXR with the 31.5” ATA? I’d be interested in your thoughts. I’ve only to able to shoot the 28 so far.

WesternSky · Jan 10, 2021

Why not get the V3 instead of the VXR? Similar bows but the V3 has improvements over the vxr.
For the length, I would go with the longer option. Better string angle. The shorter vxr and v3 are designed to excel in tree stand applications where maneuverability is key.

I have a v3 in order from Red Rock but did shoot the shop bow and loved it.

BeanMan · Jan 10, 2021

V3 is a good point, they didn’t have any set up when I went in to shoot, just Gabe’s VXR. I’ll wait until I’ve shot them all. Thank you

BOHNTR · Jan 10, 2021

VXR should be more forgiving

WesternSky · Jan 10, 2021

BOHNTR said:
VXR should be more forgiving

Why do you say that? Because of the .5 longer ATA (in the 31 version)? They both have 6” brace heights. Everything I have read says the v3 is a better shooting bow over the VXR but I haven’t shot a VXR to compare.

BOHNTR · Jan 10, 2021

I believe it’s 1.5” longer

HorseCreek · Jan 26, 2021

With that draw length go longer ata

BridgerMT · Jan 26, 2021

The longer the axle to axle is there usually more forgiving
so improved accuracy ...

BeanMan · Feb 5, 2021

I ordered the V3 31 today.

WesternSky · Feb 6, 2021

BeanMan said:
I ordered the V3 31 today.

Nice.
Did Gabe give you an idea of how long it would take to get here?

BeanMan · Feb 6, 2021

Could be as long as 4 months but he thought it would be less.

MQQSE · Feb 17, 2021

I just picked up a V3 in 31 inch. Loved the way it felt and shot. Can’t wait for this fall.

WesternSky · Feb 17, 2021

MQQSE said:
I just picked up a V3 in 31 inch. Loved the way it felt and shot. Can’t wait for this fall.

How long did it take from order to delivery?

MQQSE · Feb 17, 2021

WesternSky said:
How long did it take from order to delivery?

I was visiting my friends in upstate NY and literally walked into my old archery shop. My buddy had a new left handed model on the shelf and set me up. He had some right handed models as well. Best shop in NY.