Youth Bows

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

Which one is Best? Which one is Best Value?

For an 8 year old? Looking to spend $50 on up to $150, with arrows and all, for my nephews.

So far leaning towards the Bear "Brave" @ around $50. 17-22 lb weight, and draw length 20"-22".

http://dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1979924

Is that one high, average, or low quality, do you think?

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

Anyone have an opinion? Thanks!

 

[GVMan]

I just bought my son a PSE recurve. It was $99. It is the Heritage Buckeye. He is 12 and I bought the one with the highest pull weight 35lbs. He can just barely pull it. They offer a few lighter weight options.

He loves it. It is the first bow that he could really do some damage with so I am watching him like a hawk.

 

[Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow]

Thanks, GVMan, that one looks good. I went with the "Brave II". Will be shooting it with nephew tomorrow.

 

[earlthegoat2]

The best youth bow out there right now is the Darton Ranger. Its going to go for around 200 for just the bow though. If has draw adjustability of 17-25" wieght adjustment of 15-45 lbs. you can get your 8 year old started with it and it will fit them until they out grow the draw length then you can use it for your younger children again.

 

[dagger dog]

Samick bows are reasonably priced , and make great starter bows, check out the fellows at 3 Rivers Archery,they will have some sugestions. These are traditional bows and give a good starting point for young archers.

 

[3pairs12]

My kid shoots a Diamond Edge, a little more than 150 with everthing included but a great quality bow. As she gets older and can handle a heavier draw I can have the limbs replaced for $50, which is what sold me. Parker Buckshot also does this.