The new R29X, complete with our new fully-integrated Silent Cocking System, hits a new pinnacle of speed at an incredible 450 FPS. The length remains 29 inches, and when fully drawn, the R29X is 6 inches axle-axle and weighs a light 6.75 pounds. Including an ergonomic grip, this crossbow is easy to maneuver in tight spaces and gives hunters and shooters great control without sacrificing comfort. Available in Predator Dusk Camo, exclusive to Ravin Crossbows.

• 450 FPS
• Weight: 6.75 lbs.
• Length: 29”
• Width Axle to Axle 6” Cocked
• Width Axle to Axle 10.5” Un-cocked
• Power-Stroke: 12.5”
• Kinetic Energy: 180
• Draw Weight: 12 lbs.
• HeliCoil Technology
• Silent Cocking System
• Fully-Assembled/Pre-Tuned
• 6 – Ravin .003 Arrows & Field Tips (400 Grain Total)
• 1 – Removable Draw Handle
• 1 – Quiver/Mounting Bracket
• 100 Yard Illuminated Scope
• Built-In Cocking Mechanism
• Anti-Dry Fire/Auto Safety
• Built-in Sling Mounts

Learn more at ravincrossbows.com

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From CenterPoint’s Website – CenterPoint Archery has evolved in design and performance with the introduction of the innovative CenterPoint Archery CP400 with Silent Cranking Device. Utilizing licensed HeliCoil technology together with a custom-designed riser, CNC-machined cam system and adjustable stock, CenterPoint Archery has raised the bar in crossbow design and performance.

CenterPoint Archery CP400 with Silent Cranking Device extremely narrow axle-to-axle width is an incredible 6-inches when fully-drawn, produces speeds of up to 400 fps and generates a knock-out punch of up to 142 fpe. This evolutionary design delivers amazing power and downrange accuracy.

The CenterPoint Archery CP400 with Silent Cranking Device’s anti-dry fire and auto safety, a unique dual purpose folding stirrup/bipod and a 3x32mm illuminated scope. CenterPoint Archery offers a 5-year limited warranty. This hybrid crossbow will surpass your expectations in the field.

FEATURES:

Featuring anti-dry fire and auto safety, a unique dual purpose folding stirrup/bipod and a 3x32mm illuminated scope. CenterPoint Archery offers a 5-year limited warranty. This hybrid crossbow will surpass your expectations in the field.

FEATURES:

• CNC-machnined aluminum cam system with licensed HeliCoil Technology for perfectly balanced cams
• Custom designed riser with aluminum rail, innovative folding stirrup, adjustable stock and crank cocker for ease of draw
• Incredible 6-inch axle-to-axle width when fully-drawn
• Delivers speeds up to 400 fps with 142 fpe for downrange accuracy
• Anti-dry fire and auto safety
• Includes a 5-year limited warranty, two 20-inch carbon arrows, quick-detach quiver and 3x32mm illuminated scope

Learn more at CenterPoint’s CP400 Website

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CenterPoint Archery strives to ensure that every customer is satisfied with their purchase of our product. Our US-based Customer Service team is ready to answer any question you may have about your archery product. CenterPoint Archery bows carry a 5-year limited warranty and we stand behind our product with a customer service team that strives to exceed customers expectations in both quality, value and customer care.

See more at insidearchery.com

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Sparta, WI – Two Mission Crossbow shooters were able to capitalize on Mission’s contingency program at the ASA Pro/Am opener in Foley, Alabama. Brian Scott took 1st place, receiving $2,000, while Steve Williamson took 2nd, receiving $1,000.

“We decided to offer a crossbow contingency in an effort to grow the crossbow community,” said Tanya Thurow, Mission Crossbow Category Manager. “I think it speaks volumes to how committed we are to growing the sport.”

ASA and IBO tournaments test shooter’s skills on 3D targets. These highly competitive tournament circuits tour around the country and feature some of the best shooters in the world.

“Accuracy and reliability is a must when competing at this level,” says Brian Scott who won the Crossbow Class shooting his Sniper Lite. “The Mission Sniper Lite performed flawlessly for me.”

Steve Williamson, who took 2nd in the tournament, has been shooting competitively for over 25 years. After battling neck cancer in 2012, Williamson was no longer able to compete with a compound bow. The crossbow class allows him to stay competitive at the highest level.

“I don’t think a lot of people realize you can shoot a crossbow competitively,” said Williamson. “I really appreciate what Mission is doing by promoting this sport with contingency prizes.”

ASA Tournament schedule: http://www.asaarchery.com/pro-am-tournaments
IBO Tournament Schedule: http://www.ibo.net/iboschedule
All Mission Crossbows are designed, manufactured, and assembled in Sparta, Wisconsin, USA and are backed by a lifetime warranty. See the full line of crossbows at MissionCrossbows.com.

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Bowtech introduced its Stryker crossbow line nearly a decade ago. It produced a couple of top-end model crossbows, including the Solution LS and then Offspring. But as more companies and crossbows entered the market, Bowtech realized it needed to go beyond the Solution LS and Offspring. The Katana Series was introduced in 2015, and expanded in 2016 with the Katana 360.

The Katana is a 155-pound draw, 6.5-pound crossbow that measures 35 inches long by 23.25 inches cam to cam (19.25 inches when cocked), and features a compact 13-inch powerstroke that delivers blazing 385 fps speeds. It’s worth noting that the lighter version, the Katana 360, manages to reach 360 fps with only a 150-pound draw. Perhaps the Katana’s most identifiable feature is its large, skeletonized, polymer stock. Soft rubber panels are embedded in the grip and forend to give the crossbow a secure, supple feel. The buttstock is heavily skeletonized to reduce weight and its plastic comb is ambidextrous; it can be swapped via two small screws. The Katana also includes rigid safety wings above the forend guard against finger injuries.

Atop the polymer frame rides the Katana’s fire-control system, barrel and riser. The Katana’s light switch-style safety resides at the back of the receiver which has two advantages: one, the shooter can easily see and touch the safety’s position, and two, it’s naturally ambidextrous. Perhaps most notable about this crossbow’s safety is that it’s positive, tactile to the touch, and absolutely quiet.

Bowtech went above and beyond with its innovative uncocking ability. Stryker’s engineers let you uncock the Katana after disengaging its anti-dryfire device even after removing the arrow. Shooters disengage the anti-dryfire device by way of a spring-loaded lever on the back of the receiver (just above safety). To uncock the Katana, or the Katana 360, remove the arrow, attach the rope cocker, and pull it up with one hand to remove string tension on the trigger mechanism. Then use your other hand to pull the trigger. That causes the string to slide down to the anti-dryfire device, where it stays until you again pull up on the rope cocker to relieve string tension from the anti-dryfire device. Then, using your trigger hand, push on the uncocking mechanism while you ride the string down with your other arm. Atop the receiver is a metal bridge-type apparatus that houses the “Guardian” anti-dryfire device within, and a Picatinny rail on top for scope mounting. The bridge also contains the uncocking device beneath it.

The Katana’s barrel is made of precision-machined aluminum that boosts the unit’s tremendous accuracy. I shot 30-yard groups of 1.20 inches. A robust, machined-aluminum riser fastens onto the frame with two large bolts from beneath, rather than using one that screws down from the end like on most crossbows which increases the rigidity of the Katana’s riser and limb system.

The chronograph recorded an average speed of 385 fps. In fact, it’s so fast that when shooting it, I couldn’t see the arrow until it struck the target with 113 foot-pounds of deer-crushing whack. What’s miraculous, however, is that Stryker accomplishes this speed with a modest powerstroke. The Katana 360’s incredible speed and similar draw weight is an even greater testament to this. The Katana series is remarkably easy to cock with its pull rope. For those who need more leverage, a ratcheting C2 crank device—made by Stryker’s sister company Excalibur—dovetails onto the Katana’s stock. The Katana and Katana 360 are top-end crossbows that perform with the market’s best. They’re ambidextrous, easily cocked and powerful enough to take any big-game animal out to long ranges.

To learn more, please visit Stryker Crossbow’s Website.

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EUGENE, Ore. – Stryker Crossbow launches the Stryker Katana 360, a high-performance crossbow that outclasses the competition in size, technology and speed. Stryker’s most efficient crossbow ever, the Katana 360 delivers shooting comfort, deadly speeds and a price that brings incredible value to the consumer.

“The Stryker Katana 360 delivers industry-best performance and safety features, making it an ideal choice for the avid user or the crossbow novice,” said Todd Snader, Product Marketing Manager for Stryker. “From perfect balance to a blazing fast and ghostly quiet shot, the Katana 360 has everything you need for success in the field.”

The Stryker Katana 360 features a lighter platform and bullpup stock with oversized finger guards for added safety. It comes equipped with Stryker’s Guardian Anti-Dry Fire system and the unique ability to be de-cocked, which makes the crossbow even safer in the woods.
Delivering plenty of power from its lightweight frame, the Katana 360 res bolts at speeds up to 360 fps. The crossbow weighs 6.5 pounds and measures 20 3/16 inches uncocked, 17 1⁄2 inches at full draw and 35 inches in length. The Katana 360 draws at 150 pounds with a 13-inch power stroke.

The crossbow comes equipped with a full set of accessories: a Dead-Zone scope with 1-inch rings, X-Hanger three arrow quiver with bracket, three AccuStrike Light arrows, three 100-grain field points and a rope-cocking aid.
The Katana 360 is available in Realtree Xtra®, and the suggested retail price of the crossbow package with accessories is $949.
For more information, visit wwwStrykerXbow.com.

• Lightweight frame for perfect balance

• Bullpup stock

• Guardian Anti-Dry Fire System

• Mass weight: 6.5 lbs

• Draw Weight: 150 pounds

• Top speed: 360 fps

• MSRP: $949 
Package Includes:

• Dead-Zone scope with 1-inch rings

• X-Hanger three arrow quiver with bracket

• Three AccuStrike Light arrows

• Three 100-grain field points

• Rope cocking aid

Stryker Crossbow is a division of Bowtech. Bowtech manufactures and distributes the world’s finest compound bows and archery equipment. Founded in 1999, Bowtech’s offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Eugene, Ore., and Kitchener, Canada. Bowtech Inc. has a worldwide distribution network of brands including: Bowtech, Excalibur, Diamond, Stryker and Octane. Learn more at Stryker Crossbow’s website.

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Crossbow expert Jeff Johnston was at a Colorado elk camp when he pulled the PSE RDX 400 out of its box for his official review. The first thing he noticed was its large, robust nature. A crossbow like that isn’t the easiest thing to carry for extended periods of time, but it also generally implies that the crossbow is durable and packs a punch. It took about 30 minutes to assemble the crossbow for the review, which included mounting the scope, stirrup and quiver; and anchoring the riser to the machined-aluminum barrel via a bored cross-bolt.

The PSE RDX 400 was put through the gauntlet for Jeff Johnston’s review process. Like Johnston’s other reviews, each aspect of the crossbow was closely inspected for safety, durability and efficiency. The dry-fire safety system was tested (inadvertently, as it turns out). The sound produced by firing the crossbow was measured, and of course, the speed and accuracy of the PSE RDX 400 were put to the test. After all, once you establish that a crossbow is safe, what else matters more than shootability and power?

As Jeff’s crossbow review showed, PSE’s RDX 400 is a top-tier crossbow when it comes to speed and accuracy. Like many crossbows, PSE’s RDX 400 has its guaranteed speed in its name, and it delivers. Johnston described the arrows as a blur, at best. The PSE RDX 400 is also one of the most accurate crossbows that Jeff Johnston—a seasoned archery and firearm expert—has ever reviewed. That alone should speak volumes. The RDX 400 comes with everything you need to head right out into the woods, namely a top-of-line scope, sling, three Thunder Boltz, decocking arrow, pull rope cocker, optional crank cocker, and an excellent padded case. Learn more about PSE’s RDX 400 at pse-archery.com, or stop by your local archery shop to try this crossbow out for yourself.

To learn more visit PSE Archery’s website.

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