I bought this bow this week after shooting many other bows. It wasn't the fastest but it was among the quietest. It was cheaper price wise than most of the bows I looked at. But it doesn't shoot or look cheap. Handled very well, balanced just right (for me). I would hold all the bows and draw back with my eyes closed and then open them and see if I torqued the bows. The Venture would be perfectly level everytime.

http://missionarchery.com/Venture-bow.asp

I am no expert only on my 3rd bow season just sharing my experience from the last few weeks of looking at bows.

Congrats.

NewJeep,

Congrats. Did you look at and shoot the Endeavor?

If so, what made you pick the Venture over the Endeavor?

I've gotten a chance to shoot the Endeavor, but all they have are left handed Venture bows. In looking at the Venture, looks like the step above the Endeavor with the roller cable guard and the dead end string stop.

I'm thinking the roller cable guard is going to extend the life of the cables, but haven't gotten to shoot it, which is sort of why I'm asking.

I shot a hoyt katera today and its was sick lol. But still going to look around as my lease owner doesnt allow hunting until nov

I shot both and the Venture seemed smoother on the draw. My friends son bought the Endeavor a couple of weeks ago and he loves it. I shot it a few times and that is what got me wanting a new bow.

Hoyt Rampage its a fast (305fps) quiet, accurate bow for under $500.

PSE Stinger great bow for the price.

Never shot the Matthews DXT. I shoot a Switchback and would HIGHLY recomend them. They can be had on Ebay in your price range. Only bad thing about Matthews is that if the draw length is wrong for you, you have to change cams.

But once you have it set right It's definitely worth it.

i shoot a mathews z7 but diamond makes a great bow for the price. you can go to cabelas if thats closer to you. you have to shoot a bow everybody is different its just like guns and women. its what you prefer

This is true. However, I would recommend to anyone to shoot a bunch of bows, find one that you really like and then try to find one used if you are trying to keep it below a certain price.

Lots of times you can find a much nicer more expensive 2 year old bow for the same price as a more basic new one.

In my experience the more expensive ones are usually more expensive for a reason. If you're just starting out, you may not notice the differences but over time you'll learn what makes expensive bows expensive.

I'm sure you could find someone close to you that would let you shoot their bow.

Yea if my bow doesn't sell then I'm just going to shoot it for the year. It's a nice bow but its to big.

Diamond outlaw. 452 total shipped to my house.


Shooting 294, 297 and 295 ft/sec on the chrono at 65 lbs. I just added arrows.

thats a good deal. I bought a diamond stud this year at $425...upgraded the rest and i'm about in it for $475.

shooting 285fps at 70 lbs with ICS 400's

I shot a Bear Charge that a dealer wanted $299 with their RTH package. I really like the way it shot for the price. I think it would be a great entry bow.

I love my quest bow. Good for the money.

Just my two cents........I was basically asking the same question 3 years ago and I bought a new Mission X3 and have not regretted my decision. I would by another one if I ever am in that position again.

Love my Parker Wildfire.....

Don't overlook Darton...

Outdoor Pro Shop is in Garland on Beltline between Shilo and Jupiter.

These folks are not far from you and are nice people with an archery range
http://www.nativeoutdoors.com/index.html