Top Bows of 2022
Now that archery season has arrived, I find it only suitable to list some of the top bows of 2022. This is a dauting list to create because like so many other topics, everyone has their own needs and preferences. However, the basic things to look for when choosing a bow include: a comfortable grip, a smooth draw cycle, a comfortable valley, and minimal hand shock. Another factor of purchasing a new bow is your budget. Lucky for you, these bows have all the features and price ranges you can imagine!
Hoyt's best carbon bow to date. The RX-7's Inline System implements a picatinny rail on the front of the bow. This year, Hoyt raised the bar by machining it directly into the riser. This drops weight and keeps the sight in line with the riser, allowing for better overall stability. They also upgraded the HBX Pro cam system with lighter and smoother functionality, an adjustable Superlite quiver system, a lowered stabilizer location, and a new grip system.
- Axle to Axle: 30" & 34" Ultra
- Brace Height: 6.25" & 7"
- Draw Weight: 40-80 Lbs
- Draw Length: 25-30" & 27-32"
- Speed: 342 FPS & 334 FPS
- Physical Weight: 3.9 Lbs & 4.3 Lbs
Standing out in this year's lineup, is the V3X Stay-Afield System, a servicing cable that allows bowhunters to remove their string or cables and repair them in the field - without a bow press. Debuting a new LowPro detachable quiver system, it sits closer to the bow for better balance. The addition of the Bridge-Lock Sight technology allows a dovetail sight attachment to connect directly to the riser for better balance.
- Axle to Axle: 29" & 33"
- Brace Height: 6" & 6.5"
- Draw Weight: 60-75 Lbs
- Draw Length: 25.5-30" & 27-31.5"
- Speed: 340 FPS & 336 FPS
- Physical Weight: 4.47 Lbs & 4.67 Lbs
The Bowtech SR350 is one of the fastest bows on the list and the longer axle-to-axle length provides a smooth shooting platform. Equipped with DeadLock Technologies, it is the quickest and simplest way to achieve perfect arrow flight and repeatable accuracy. Due to the optimized Orbit dampener placement, this bow is whisper quiet and vibration free.
- Axle to Axle: 33"
- Brace Height: 6"
- Draw Weight: 50-70 Lbs
- Draw Length: 25-30"
- Speed: 350 FPS
- Physical Weight: 4.4 Lbs
The major change on these bows is the new Inline Cam System, providing better alignment. When an archer draws back the bow, an equilibrium between the string and cable is created. Additionally, Prime added Aerogel into the grip of the bow to regulate the temperature. Adding an aluminum riser, the weight drops, and the bow design is more comfortable.
- Axle to Axle: 31", 33", and 35"c
- Brace Height: 7", 6.5", and 6"
- Draw Weight: 40-80 Lbs
- Draw Length: 26" - 30.5"
- Speed: 332 FPS, 337 FPS, and 343 FPS
- Physical Weight: 4.3 Lbs, 4.4 Lbs, and 4.6 Lbs
This year, PSE and Nock On introduced the smoothest, most purpose-built bow; The Carbon Levitate. This latest collaboration is built on PSE's Evolve platform with considerable upgrades. The limbs, pockets, and cams have all been widened to create a more solid base for your shot and the new bearing system minimizes friction and increases durability.
- Axle to Axle: 32.25"
- Brace Height: 6"
- Draw Weight: 60-80 Lbs
- Draw Length: 27.5-31.5"
- Speed: 348 FPS
- Physical Weight: 3.6 Lbs
New for 2022, the R10X features a new stock with adjustable cheek pad and butt, and an integrated silent cocking system. Thanks to the HeliCoil Technology, the R10X produces rifle-like downrange accuracy. With speeds up to 420 fps, 20 more fps than last year, this is the bestselling Ravin model.
- Axle to Axle: 10.5" (Uncocked)
- Length: 33"
- Draw Weight: 220 Lbs
- Speed: 400 FPS
- Physical Weight: 6.8 Lbs
One of TenPoint's shortest forward-draw crossbows, the Viper S400 comes equipped with the ACU slide cocking and de-cocking system. This new combo package has an elevated custom cheek piece that provides perfect eye level alignment with the added Burris Oracle X Rangefinding Crossbow Scope -leading to greater accuracy. Additionally, this bow requires just 5-pounds of force to operate - a fraction of the force required by the competition.
- Axle to Axle: 11" (Uncocked)
- Length: 32"
- Draw Weight: 250 Lbs
- Speed: 400 FPS
- Physical Weight: 7.5 Lbs
The new R26X takes the compact R26 platform and adds the Ravin Fully-Integrated Silent Cocking System feature, producing a whisper quiet draw. The advanced HeliCoil Technology provides rifle-like downrange accuracy.
- Axle to Axle: 9.25" (Uncocked)
- Length: 26"
- Draw Weight: 340 Lbs
- Speed: 400 FPS
- Physical Weight: 6.5 Lbs
Forget the hassle of carrying a target to discharge your bow. The Fury 410 is equipped with the revolutionary ACUdraw De-Cock for safe de-cocking. Alongside the new D1 Trigger, and a reverse-draw crossbow design with undeniable speed and power advantages, this bow delivers performance never seen before.
- Axle to Axle: 15" (Uncocked)
- Length: 29"
- Draw Weight: 200 Lbs
- Speed: 410 FPS
- Physical Weight: 7.5 Lbs
Rumored to be the fastest and most powerful model ever produced, the Nitro 505 reaches speeds of 505 fps and delivers a never-before-seen power of 227 foot-pounds of kinetic energy. The new reverse draw string design features the ACUslide silent cocking and safe de-cocking system.
- Axle to Axle: 12" (Uncocked)
- Length: 30.5"
- Draw Weight: 300 Lbs
- Speed: 505 FPS
- Physical Weight: 7.9 Lbs
Whatever you may be looking for in a bow, you can be assured it's on this list! Stop by Vance Outdoors - Hebron, Obetz, or Lebanon to test any of these bows out. The woods are calling, and I can't wait to see the wall hangers you guys get this year!