Best hunting stabilizer
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From: Reflex
29-Jan-12
I just got a new Hoyt CRX 35 bow and was thinking of upgrading to a new stabilizer. On my old bow, I used a Sims S-coil, but would like something that might help me shoot better groups at longer ranges while still cutting out any vibration that might be present. Anyone have any recommendations? I'm kind of out of the loop when it comes to various stabilizer brands, so any advice would be appreciated.
From: Nick Muche
29-Jan-12
Get a stabilizer that does what one should do. A B Stinger is a great start.
From: WapitiBob
29-Jan-12
24" B Stinger with a 12" back bar.
From: Backpack Hunter
29-Jan-12
Basically you want something that has the majority of the weight out at the end of the stabilizer. B Stinger and the Doinker Dish are popular.
I use a Octane with two end weights.
From: Reflex
29-Jan-12
I would think that a 24" stabilizer would be great for target shooting, but might cause some issues while hunting. I was thinking of something around 6 inches, but maybe I need to reconsider.
From: miller1
29-Jan-12
If you want somthing for hunting to help hold steady i would go with a 10" B-stinger or somthing similar, if you go much shorter it isnt going to do much to stabalize.
From: city hunter
29-Jan-12
the longer the better short is a waste of money
From: WapitiBob
29-Jan-12
It's a little tough to switch sides of a tree you're next to as a Bull walks by at 15 yards but other than that, I haven't had any other issues.
From: guidermd
29-Jan-12
vallium is a good stabilizer, not as good as percocet though. steady as she goes..........
From: wyobullshooter
30-Jan-12
Without a doubt...B-Stinger
From: Beendare
30-Jan-12
I'm in the no stabilizer camp.
Is it really going to help you on one shot? Or is it an $80 piece of equipment that the marketing got to you....grin?
From: wyobullshooter
30-Jan-12
"Is it really going to help you on one shot?"
Actually, that one shot is all I care about. When that one shot is for all the marbles, I want to put that shot exactly where it needs to go. There is no argument that a stabilizer that actually stabilizes will increase the odds of doing so.
From: 5575
30-Jan-12
I'm a big fan of none.
From: PeroteHunter
30-Jan-12
B Stinger
From: gahuntnut
30-Jan-12
Stokerized EV1, not too heavy and yes will stabilize and dampen sound a bit.
From: Reflex
30-Jan-12
I've been looking at the B-stingers and the Stokerized stabilizers. There are a lot of different weight options. What would a good weight option be for a 10" stabilizer? The stokerized seem a bit lighter than the B-stingers.
From: tech1
30-Jan-12
I like the Stokerized SS1's adjustability and optional weights. What I don't like is once its mounted how is one to put it in there bow case?
From: Nick Muche
30-Jan-12
14 ounce 12" B Stinger Pro Hunter has served me well for hunting and for 3D shoots. The other guys I have turned onto them out here say they can really see a difference in their shooting. I can as well.
Most people throw on a fancy looking stabilizer that does nothing in terms of ACTUAL stabilization.... They may do something for vibration dampening or just look cool... B-Stingers and Doinkers actually stabilize. Try one out, I am sure you will like it and I am sure you will see a difference.
From: gahuntnut
30-Jan-12
i might be willing to part with a 14oz 8.5" Bstinger in APG camo.
From: Reflex
30-Jan-12
Sent you a PM gahuntnut
