How is the draw weight? I am stronger than your average woman, but also don't want to order a bow I cannot cock. Thoughts?
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I found it a little defacult to cock the bow with the cord that it comes with installed rank cocking device that installed in to the stock Barnett can supply you with this I fallowedthe diretions and installed it may self it is a great bow I am proud to own it good luck
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Height is a factor I'm 5 foot nine and I'm just tall enough to draw it all away and I'm also fairly strong it does tax the limits of my ability. There is a mechanical crank kit you can add to this Crossbow which reduces the draw to 9 pounds
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I'm disabled and unable to cock the crossbow on an ongoing basis. I purchased a Crank Cocking Device which is slower than pulling crank but cocking is only about 16 pounds.
1776641
In order for you to cock this, this crossbow you wil need a crank mechanism that can be installed at the butt of the bow (there are two covers which can be removed in order to install it). You can buy it from Barnett or Amazon.
1776642
Its not that bad if you use the cocking rope and shorten it I bought a crank at the same time because I had back surgery few years ago and haven't had to use it yet but the crack is a good option also then you can do it no matter how strong you are
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Hey Dylan, That bow is probable gonna be way to easy for you to draw...and too small also. A fellow your size (as I am also) Should be drawing around 30 to 31 inches in draw length....and at least 50 lbs draw weight....I prefer the solocam bow types...the ones with one eccentric cam pulley and one very round pulley...these are very stable bows and tend to stay in tune better than the twin eccentric cam bows do... Just about any brand name would work fine...Matthews, Hoyt, Browning, PSE, Bear. This little bow isnt exactly a toy but feels like one in my hand. I would recommend a Matthews solocam bow for you.
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I would say it is for most ages. The bow is fairly light as is with no extras. The draw length goes from 13(child) to 30(adult) inches. For example I am an adult and my draw is about 28.5 inches. The pull weight goes from 5(child) to 70 lbs(adult) .
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I had the Same Problem. I bought a new peep site (G5) and had a local bow show in stall. This could also be your draw length is not correct. I bought this bow off Amazon Because of the great deal. I also purchase all new accessories for the bow prior to buying.The equipment already installed on the bow is a little lack luster. (low end arrow rest, peep site, site, & stabilizer)
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Not sure if I can explain how to put it on but Dicks Sporting Goods or Bass Pro Shops or something like that can install the sight , arrow rest and can also adjust the draw weight fairly cheap. As for as sighting it in adjust your two pins with the red dots the way your arrows are grouping. If they are high and to the right move your pins up and to the right. . If your arrows are grouping low and to the left move your pins down and to the left. Move the two pins the way the arrows are grouping. Took me a few hours to get it real close. I love my bow (my first one) but shoots accurate and can't wait for turkey season to open Not sure if I can explain how to put it on but Dicks Sporting Goods or Bass Pro Shops or something like that can install the sight , arrow rest and can also adjust the draw weight fairly cheap. As for as sighting it in adjust your two pins with the red dots the way your arrows are grouping. If they are high and to the right move your pins up and to the right. . If your arrows are grouping low and to the left move your pins down and to the left. Move the two pins the way the arrows are grouping. Took me a few hours to get it real close. I love my bow (my first one) but shoots accurate and... » Read More Not sure if I can explain how to put it on but Dicks Sporting Goods or Bass Pro Shops or something like that can install the sight , arrow rest and can also adjust the draw weight fairly cheap. As for as sighting it in adjust your two pins with the red dots the way your arrows are grouping. If they are high and to the right move your pins up and to the right. . If your arrows are grouping low and to the left move your pins down and to the left. Move the two pins the way the arrows are grouping. Took me a few hours to get it real close. I love my bow (my first one) but shoots accurate and can't wait for turkey season to open « Show Less
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It's supposed to be a 150 pound draw crossbow. I'm not a big guy but I can manage to pull it back by hand about twenty times during target practice. If you're looking for an inexpensive fun and useful crossbow - this is it. Put a decent scope and some carbon bolts and you've got a great hunting crossbow. IMHO
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The draw weight only goes to #20, which to an adult, may seem a little bit under powered If you want a compound bow that's more "grown up", look at other options as the genesis was meant primarily for kids Other bows (on Amazon) include: PSE Stinger 3G, Diamond Infinite Edge, and Quest Radical
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My advise is to go to a range where they rent bows. Have him try out a few of those to see what his ideal draw weight would be. He would need something that isn't so light that it's too easy, unless he is just starting to learn. Also he would need something that isn't too hard to pull. But starting out at 40 is a bad idea.
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I don't know how consistent the draw weight is set out of the box. My bow was around 58lbs. Be sure to get it tuned. The cams were slightly out of sync. It's a great bow. Can't wait for the deer to cooperate enough for me to use it!
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No. Get a starter bow that fits your draw length. This bow is not a good option for an adult. I ordered it based on the price and the normally great brand name, but returned it immediately.
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No, you have to adjust the Draw Weight, according to your strength so you can easily pull it back. Go to You Tube and search for how to shoot a Compoun Bow (do not dry fire a bow) very dangerous if you do that. Good Hunting.
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Yes, I would. Want to add if you do order just specify which draw weight you want. I ordered the 50 but got the 30. However the company's customer service is great and quickly sent me the 50 arms and string. Also, if you have a local archery shop it's not a bad idea to stop by there and check too. I saw a real nice recurve at mine for only $49.99. So there are more options but I've found less online. Hope that helps some & good luck!
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I took mine to an archery shop and they set it for me at 43lbs. If you are a lady, I would suggest a release, this would give you more strength to hold. I am 70 and I need it and it is very helpful.
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The weight is measured at 28" draw for all and I draw 31.5' on the 62". Being instutional bows, they have a wide draw range. Call Bear if it's a concern.
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Honestly no, the bow has a 50 lb draw and can take some getting used to. It is not the easiest to learn too shoot with, accuracy is based more off your reactions rather than sighting in the target. It was good for introducing my girl friend to bows but she quickly decided to get one more tailored to her. I hope this helps.
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Age 16, girl, beginner - perfect bow! Get some extra arrows as they are easily lost and are not very stout to start with. Best wishes! Bruce. (don't discard the sight that is embedded in the cardboard that is entangled within the bow strings.) Throw nothing away until you have used the sight! :-) BTW this is a serious bow, you could kill with this (with broadheads - a deer)
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Bows like this don't come in a "draw length", but the poundage they list is usually written at a 29" draw length. So if you're draw length is more than that you will get a lot more than the listed poundage.