Enjoy the reviews from someone other than the big brands. I’ve shot Mathews for 20 years. I’m not a fan of the current gigantic riser bows. Just picked up a new Darton and an Obsession. Neither are flag ship models but great hunting platforms that check all the boxes for me.
Just wanted to say after watching your review when you first posted it I bought an Athens Vista 31 and your review is spot on the draw is mind blowing how smooth it is, keep the videos coming
Everyone who shoots these vistas cant say enough about them. Seem like a great option from a great company and I hope they really take off. Vista 35 is the one I would pick.
You can map the draw curve by taking weight measurements every inch or so then plotting it on a graph. I for one would love to see that. Its a great tool for comparing draw cycles . Having a visual representation of the draw cycle is handy. I map every bow i can get my hands on.
I've been taking note of the actual bow specs, as reported by various TH-camrs, and the Vista 31 is one of the lightest 2022 flagship bows and also one of the fastest (as measured by chronographs in archery videos).
I bought my wife the vista 35 last year and we both love it .they are a great bow and great company to deal with . I’m so impressed with Athens that I will be replacing my bowtech with an Athens . Great review 👍🏻
Great review and awesome looking bow Nate. If you start including draw-force curves, your reviews will be best anywhere. You already have all the “technology” you need… draw board, tape measure, scale, pen, and paper. Speed testing at IBO specs would be great too. I know you don’t focus on speed but it matters to a lot of folks. But I understand you may have to buy a chrono and super light arrow for that..
Jack you’re doing a great job explaining that I’m here for you through it this is a bow that I’m considering getting a hunt here in PA Northeast but great job thank you you should be doing this for a living
Now you have me looking at Athens bows. I am getting closer to knowing what I think I’m wanting. I’m wanting a hunting 3D bow. I think I want a 33 or 35 ata bow
Well you just sold a bow for Athens been looking at all the new bows haven’t been that impressed never heard of Athens or saw one but now I think I’m goina pull the trigger on one and try it! Great review
Where in upstate NY is Athens out of? I honestly heard they went out of business or were on the verge of doing so on some archery forum. Glad someone did a review on one of the smaller brands.
Great review Mr. That bow seems dead quiet. There's a decibel sound app for the iPhone that can give a reading. I'm thinking if you had your hands on the 35" model-well Merry Christmas to yourself. Maybe I need to go find a 33" in LH and shoot one. I know you aren't into speed too much but a chronograph would be a great addition to reviews. 👍👍👍 ( as sweet as this bow reviews I'm probably gonna keep my Elite Ritual through this summer for 3-d)
Feel free to holler at me on Facebook messenger or something if ya got any questions on any of the lineup. I've shot them all. Even have a Vista 35 in-stock if interested 👍
Great independent review.... as usual very concise... As usual with AJA. just when I think I have a solid choice in a product; Jack tosses in the wrench. "take a look at this one Fellers." As I am in the market for a new Hunting Bow. Ill have to re-evaluate my choice. Try and find an Athens Dealer in S.E. Mich.. What impressed me...The first shot; first arrow selection. The bow was very quiet...
Great review, thanks. The Vista's are amazing. Athens continues to improve and impress. The '21 Vista33 is my favorite at the moment... haven't made a decision on the '22s yet haha
G'day from Australia, love your videos! I bought a Vista 35 to try an Athens bow out (the brand is almost unheard of down here) and wow what a great bow. I was so surprised at the smooth draw cycle and overall feel of the shot. Sold my PSE Evo NXT right away, it just didn't compare. It has also pushed my Elite Remedy to back up bow. I hope you get a chance to shoot the 35, I'm interested in your opinion. Keep the videos coming.
Wow, I needed to hear this. I have the Remedy as well as the PSE Mach 1. I’m waiting to see what PSE releases next month in the 34 - 35” range. I’m really surprised that the Athens could feel smoother than the Evolve cam. Athens is definitely in the running.
Only heard of Athens bows in passing, same with Darton and a few others. Obviously they don’t currently have the marketing power and “draw” like Mathew’s, Hoyt, Prime, Bowtech, PSE and Bear do. Nice to become aware of an American 🇺🇸 made company like they are. I am out of the market for myself, but not my wife who would just shoot targets and possibly 3D courses for me. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this beautiful bow 🏹 I always enjoy learning more about the sport that we so love. 🏹🦌
I would really love to see a review on the 33 with 80lb limbs. I think it would make a good hog hunting bow. After watching your review, I checked Athens dealer locator, nothing within 200 miles of me.
They were solid in 2020 when I shot them for the first time at the ATA show. This new RTX cam truly blows the doors off anything they were doing in the past, personally. Excellent tunability and ease of use for the end user. Not to mention that draw cycle is clearly a dream. I'm quite impressed.
Great review. I'm hoping to try one of these out. Any bow shop should be able to work on these right? There's not a dealer super close to me ,so I hate to try one fall in love and not have a shop close that could work on it for me if needed.
If your shop can't work a on three track binary cam system with a rotating module then they shouldn't be in business!!!! Anyone should be able to work on an Athens.
Hello Average Jack. I was at the Hells Canyon Archers 3D bow shoot last weekend and my quiver broke. It is an older Trophy Ridge 6-arrow detachable quiver. It served me well for six years but searching the internet I cannot find that model. So, I thought I would look for another brand and thought you had probably done a video on quivers.....but sadly, couldn't find where you had done a hunting quiver comparison and evaluation. Do you have any insights/recommendations for a detachable hunting quiver? I am from out West and often are even backpacking for overnights, so a 5 or 6 detachable arrow quiver is a must. Looking forward to your response.
I don't get wound up about quivers usually! But there have been some models the past few years that have looked solid, and some new offerings coming up from companies like Redline. Not many 6 arrow models made anymore, with 5 usually being the max.
I have a 30.5" DL - would the 33 be a better option for me? I like the let-off to be around the 80% range. I like the idea of the compact frame, but I'd be concerned over let-off and also string angle.
I usually recommend to folks to go with a bow that doesn't end the cam length on their draw length. Plus, I also recommend to anyone 30" and over draw length to stick with 32-35" ATA bows for hunting. Usually lends to a more pleasant shooting experience.
That was quiet as heck too!! A manual that actually gives you vital information????? Wow!!! Some manufacturers make it almost as hard as boat engine manufacturers to find tuning and maintenance specs!!
I have almost never seen a manual these days that gives full specs for weight, length, brace, ATA, string specs, modules, and more. Class act touch from Athens.
I may have to pair one of these with my VXR and use one as a target bow and the other for hunting. I have mods for 26.5" draw length on my Mathews. Should I stick with 26.5" on this bow or go with a 27" as I hear the Mathews bows are nearly 1/2" longer than the mod's indicated draw length? What would your suggestion be?
Build a $30 draw board (video on my channel) and see what your Mathews is currently coming at. With the rotating module you can play around with length and letoff to your heart's content.
I am like you I like a longer ata 33 to 35 mainly. I definitely have to give one of these a try. By the way, why are the companies attending ata show this year? Will Athens be there?
I would strongly recommend ordering through an Athens dealer, who can then ship to you a bow setup as best we can for you already. Please reach out to us at averagejackarchery@gmail.com and we can for sure get you the right bow in your hands!
Do the vistas have two different draw modules. I thought I heard they had one that maxed at 28 and then one that maxed at 31 or what ever max DL for the bow is
Yes. Cam stays the same, draw module changes. Look up their manuals on their website for how it broke down in the past. I also say the explicit breakdown with a screenshot in my video here.
@@averagejackarchery awesome thank you. Am I thinking correctly that maxing out the shorter module will allow you to maintain as much performance from the cam as possible
I've always felt the Mathews to be unbalanced, especially the 31"> ATA stuff. Prefer not to HAVE to run stabs to get it to balance if I need to. I'm all over this V31 from Athens though. The balance and weight alone are superb for a hunting rig anywhere in the country. MSRP is $1099 and that's with nearly all the color combos at your disposal without upcharge. Solid $100-250 depending on colors saved over a new Mathews...
@@averagejackarchery Thx for your in-depth answer! On the Athens i was not a fan of riser/grip...the shelf kinda hit my thumb knuckle uncomfortably. Is the draw cycle easier than the v3? I pull 58ish lbs. TY man!
Interesting, Never heard of this company before, i wonder if their built is solid? I'm on the market for a new bow for 3d/hunting and I'm looking at trx34, ventum 33, and Bowtech reckoning. Do you consider the vista 35's built is comparable to the big guys, in specific to those bows? Thank you Love your videos.
I'll have a full review with over a week of shooting into a V35 video coming next week. Just a fantastic bow. No different in quality to any of the other major flagships I've ever shot.
@@averagejackarchery awesome. I appreciate the quick reply! Looking forward for that review, unfortunately my local shop won't let you test bows. I know. It's dumb.
@@carlosmohedano if your local shop will not let you test bows. I would tell them to kick rocks. Find another shop even if you have to drive a extra hour or 2. Good luck
@@wcwcgarner2717 yup, I stopped doing business with them because of that, my prev shop would welcome people to test bows so they can find the perfect fit for them. 🤷🏻♂️
@@carlosmohedano I am glad you found a shop buddy. I love my local bow shop. When you go to a good shop you just have that much more confidence in your bow.
Everyone copying Elite,but since the owner of Athens used to be the VP for Elite,it doesn't surprise me. They are good looking bows and they have a 38" bow that goes to 33.5" draw.
Mathews, PSE, Bowtech and Hoyt certainly aren’t copying Elite. I have the Remedy but I’ll be buying the Vista 33 this year. Looks to me like Athens has the better bow.
@@averagejackarchery as much as I hate to use speed as a way to communicate "velocity power levels" it's currently the only standard we have. Until people understand what .5slugs@500 mean we don't have a lot of choice. Newton would pull his hair out 😆
@@averagejackarchery Good to hear about the Vista shimming. Have an exact clone to the one in this video coming in a month. Your video kind of sold me on it. No dealers in my area. Thanks
Did you watch the video....? It's fantastic! One of the better back wall for a cable stop especially with its flat ends on the end of the draw stop. Much different than the companies that just use a peg or small end on a module.
@@averagejackarchery Thanks for the reply great info... I actually went back and watched again to see if I missed something but you didn't mention the back wall in this video.
@@averagejackarchery sorry I didn't catch it all the first time. Thanks. I seen where you you talked about it but I guess it wasn't clear to me. Thanks
V31 allllll day there. The RX7 is doesn't hold a candle to this in any category: draw cycle, adjustability, color options, and not to mention the massive gap in price point.
@@averagejackarchery Are you going to review the RX7? I'm hearing reports that this year's Hoyt's are amazing but haven't had hands on any of this year's bows yet.
talking about bows that look like waffles. lol, you must be talking about mathews. Well, i would bet that my V3X 33 with the granite color along with my Axcel Landslyde, my QAD Mathews rest, my neon yellow barn burner strings and cables with black serving and my ultraview scope with my one piece low pro quiver, lol, would win a bow looks contest any day over that Athens. Oh, lets talk speed and accuracy and dead in the hand and the super brick wall to keep that anchor where its supposed to be every shot.....I could keep going as long as you but whoever is reading this is probably getting as bored as i am listening to you try to sell that cheap ass bow.
I’ve got less money in 2 other brands budget bows than your entire build. Keep telling yourself you need all that and I’ll save my money for the processor. It’s the Indian not the arrow.
@@deanbrantley yes, but you truly do get what you pay for and I’m happy to have as much in my V3 and V3X. They’re both shooters. And the more confidence that you have, the better you shoot. So you can’t break it down like you’re trying to because it goes both ways.
@@daveulrich4623 what’s rich or poor have to do with anything? I’m glad he has a nice bow. A nice bow doesn’t mean your rich or poor. Anybody can swipe a credit card. I would have never commented on it but that arrogance and lack of humbleness deserved to be called out or he’s just a kid with daddy’s money. I don’t know. But I do know I’d have much more respect for someone with humble attitude than I will for someone saying “oh look at me and my new car I’m better than you”.
Enjoy the reviews from someone other than the big brands. I’ve shot Mathews for 20 years. I’m not a fan of the current gigantic riser bows.
Just picked up a new Darton and an Obsession. Neither are flag ship models but great hunting platforms that check all the boxes for me.
Great review! I think these smaller companies are catching up fast to the big ones and it’s great to see.
Another good honest review, I’ve also been watching Wade’s Swamp Donkey reviews on Athen’s bows. Thank you for sharing 👍👍
Just wanted to say after watching your review when you first posted it I bought an Athens Vista 31 and your review is spot on the draw is mind blowing how smooth it is, keep the videos coming
I'm glad you like it!!!
do you think the draw weight feels lighter than it is for instance i pull 55 and i found a great deal on one that is 60 do you think i could pull it?
Everyone who shoots these vistas cant say enough about them. Seem like a great option from a great company and I hope they really take off. Vista 35 is the one I would pick.
I'm really in love with my V35 in Green Beret and Kuie Verde. Just a great looking and shooting bow.
You can map the draw curve by taking weight measurements every inch or so then plotting it on a graph. I for one would love to see that. Its a great tool for comparing draw cycles . Having a visual representation of the draw cycle is handy. I map every bow i can get my hands on.
Oh I KNOW HOW, I just don't want to do it. LOL
Been looking at the Vista 33, have the Peak 38 and Ridge 34. Great shooting bows!
I've been taking note of the actual bow specs, as reported by various TH-camrs, and the Vista 31 is one of the lightest 2022 flagship bows and also one of the fastest (as measured by chronographs in archery videos).
I bought my wife the vista 35 last year and we both love it .they are a great bow and great company to deal with . I’m so impressed with Athens that I will be replacing my bowtech with an Athens . Great review 👍🏻
Great review and awesome looking bow Nate. If you start including draw-force curves, your reviews will be best anywhere. You already have all the “technology” you need… draw board, tape measure, scale, pen, and paper. Speed testing at IBO specs would be great too. I know you don’t focus on speed but it matters to a lot of folks. But I understand you may have to buy a chrono and super light arrow for that..
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@@WadeTheWild 🤨
That autumn blaze pattern is sexy as hell!
Jack you’re doing a great job explaining that I’m here for you through it this is a bow that I’m considering getting a hunt here in PA Northeast but great job thank you you should be doing this for a living
Now you have me looking at Athens bows. I am getting closer to knowing what I think I’m wanting. I’m wanting a hunting 3D bow. I think I want a 33 or 35 ata bow
On the Athens Archery Web site the solid colors cost less and show off the riser cutouts better.
I'm looking at getting the Peak 38 this year!!
Excellent review.... Thanks!
Same shop near me that has Elite... has Athens.
Be cool to shoot that Vista, and the EnVision.
Well you just sold a bow for Athens been looking at all the new bows haven’t been that impressed never heard of Athens or saw one but now I think I’m goina pull the trigger on one and try it! Great review
Where in upstate NY is Athens out of? I honestly heard they went out of business or were on the verge of doing so on some archery forum. Glad someone did a review on one of the smaller brands.
Great info. I’m sold on getting the 33 for next season
Love your videos, been watching you for quite sometime. Keep it up and get people outdoors!
Great review. Learn something every day. Keep reviewing and I'm taking notes!
Great review Mr. That bow seems dead quiet. There's a decibel sound app for the iPhone that can give a reading. I'm thinking if you had your hands on the 35" model-well Merry Christmas to yourself. Maybe I need to go find a 33" in LH and shoot one. I know you aren't into speed too much but a chronograph would be a great addition to reviews. 👍👍👍 ( as sweet as this bow reviews I'm probably gonna keep my Elite Ritual through this summer for 3-d)
I love my Elite Ritual 35 but i want 2 try the Athens 35 out to compare it to they look like an Elite copy.👍
Never heard of Athens. I will have to check them out.
Great review bud! You covered some good stuff there! That visat 35 would be a great choice for ya with that long Draw.
It's absolutely crushing my expectations right now. Loving ever shot with it.
Feel free to holler at me on Facebook messenger or something if ya got any questions on any of the lineup. I've shot them all. Even have a Vista 35 in-stock if interested 👍
Great independent review.... as usual very concise... As usual with AJA. just when I think I have a solid choice in a product; Jack tosses in the wrench. "take a look at this one Fellers." As I am in the market for a new Hunting Bow. Ill have to re-evaluate my choice. Try and find an Athens Dealer in S.E. Mich..
What impressed me...The first shot; first arrow selection. The bow was very quiet...
Great review, thanks. The Vista's are amazing. Athens continues to improve and impress. The '21 Vista33 is my favorite at the moment... haven't made a decision on the '22s yet haha
That camo looks awesome, and it does look super smooth and quiet. I hope you'll have the 35 to try out soon. Curious what the speeds are.
G'day from Australia, love your videos! I bought a Vista 35 to try an Athens bow out (the brand is almost unheard of down here) and wow what a great bow. I was so surprised at the smooth draw cycle and overall feel of the shot. Sold my PSE Evo NXT right away, it just didn't compare. It has also pushed my Elite Remedy to back up bow. I hope you get a chance to shoot the 35, I'm interested in your opinion. Keep the videos coming.
Wow, I needed to hear this. I have the Remedy as well as the PSE Mach 1. I’m waiting to see what PSE releases next month in the 34 - 35” range. I’m really surprised that the Athens could feel smoother than the Evolve cam. Athens is definitely in the running.
Where did you buy from mate?
@@trevor_osborn Hi Trevor, the bows from Claytons Western Outdoors near Bathurst. The only place in oz I could find them.
@@HuWhiteNat Don't worry it surprised me too. I preferred the Remedy to the Evo as well.
how is the speed of the vista
Only heard of Athens bows in passing, same with Darton and a few others. Obviously they don’t currently have the marketing power and “draw” like Mathew’s, Hoyt, Prime, Bowtech, PSE and Bear do.
Nice to become aware of an American 🇺🇸 made company like they are. I am out of the market for myself, but not my wife who would just shoot targets and possibly 3D courses for me.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this beautiful bow 🏹 I always enjoy learning more about the sport that we so love. 🏹🦌
Great review! I'd be interested in playing with a 35. But I'm still having fun with my Remedy.
Great review. Big fan of the Athens lineup.
Wow I am impressed. That appears to have an excellent draw cycle and very pleasant shot
Best bows on the planet!! Been shooting them for awhile. Love my Vista 33. Gonna be getting the 31 too. Great review brother!!
Great work, sir.
I would really love to see a review on the 33 with 80lb limbs. I think it would make a good hog hunting bow. After watching your review, I checked Athens dealer locator, nothing within 200 miles of me.
I want to try and get my hands on an 80 pounder. Lot of folks want to try those these days it seems!
Now this bow ticks all the boxes for me. I've never considered one, really interesting!
They were solid in 2020 when I shot them for the first time at the ATA show. This new RTX cam truly blows the doors off anything they were doing in the past, personally. Excellent tunability and ease of use for the end user. Not to mention that draw cycle is clearly a dream. I'm quite impressed.
Great review. I'm hoping to try one of these out. Any bow shop should be able to work on these right? There's not a dealer super close to me ,so I hate to try one fall in love and not have a shop close that could work on it for me if needed.
If your shop can't work a on three track binary cam system with a rotating module then they shouldn't be in business!!!! Anyone should be able to work on an Athens.
Big time on the fence putting the Triax away and picking one of these up! Decisions Decisions.
That laugh after the first shot was legendary.
Hello Average Jack. I was at the Hells Canyon Archers 3D bow shoot last weekend and my quiver broke. It is an older Trophy Ridge 6-arrow detachable quiver. It served me well for six years but searching the internet I cannot find that model. So, I thought I would look for another brand and thought you had probably done a video on quivers.....but sadly, couldn't find where you had done a hunting quiver comparison and evaluation. Do you have any insights/recommendations for a detachable hunting quiver? I am from out West and often are even backpacking for overnights, so a 5 or 6 detachable arrow quiver is a must. Looking forward to your response.
I don't get wound up about quivers usually! But there have been some models the past few years that have looked solid, and some new offerings coming up from companies like Redline. Not many 6 arrow models made anymore, with 5 usually being the max.
Like your video, have you shot the elite envision, and would you compare the 2. I have my new bow narrowed down to these two bows. Thanks again.
Elite has lost all dealers within a 1.5 hour radius of me. Just unfortunate marketing I'm afraid. I haven't shot a new elite since the Kure in 2020.
Will look into this because of your review!
Another great video! What is the next bow on list?
I have a 30.5" DL - would the 33 be a better option for me? I like the let-off to be around the 80% range. I like the idea of the compact frame, but I'd be concerned over let-off and also string angle.
I usually recommend to folks to go with a bow that doesn't end the cam length on their draw length. Plus, I also recommend to anyone 30" and over draw length to stick with 32-35" ATA bows for hunting. Usually lends to a more pleasant shooting experience.
@@averagejackarchery Thanks so much!
That was quiet as heck too!!
A manual that actually gives you vital information????? Wow!!!
Some manufacturers make it almost as hard as boat engine manufacturers to find tuning and maintenance specs!!
I have almost never seen a manual these days that gives full specs for weight, length, brace, ATA, string specs, modules, and more. Class act touch from Athens.
Fantastic review.
Great review. Looks like a winner of a bow.
Good job explaining details🤙
Thanks for the review nate. Would be nice to include msrp if available.
$1099 MSRP
Great video, could you do a review on the Martin DSX 31 and or 33
Martin will not be on the list for reviews this year.
I've talked to a bunch of people that use the Martin DSX, the say they really like the bow. But the archery shops near me don't carry them.
Been searching new bow for a long time and never heard about this brand.
Hope you can do a review on the 35”
Can you wait 'til Tuesday at 6pmEST...?
They use to be made right by my place here in indiana.
Are you trying to get apa in your lineup? I'm thinking of getting one of thier bows this year.
I may have to pair one of these with my VXR and use one as a target bow and the other for hunting. I have mods for 26.5" draw length on my Mathews. Should I stick with 26.5" on this bow or go with a 27" as I hear the Mathews bows are nearly 1/2" longer than the mod's indicated draw length? What would your suggestion be?
Build a $30 draw board (video on my channel) and see what your Mathews is currently coming at. With the rotating module you can play around with length and letoff to your heart's content.
I am like you I like a longer ata 33 to 35 mainly. I definitely have to give one of these a try.
By the way, why are the companies attending ata show this year? Will Athens be there?
Athens will be at the ATA show. I just won't be. Mathews, Hoyt, Prime, Elite, BowTech, and PSE won't be there. I believe.
We want a hands on review of the Mathews atlas and Hoyt highline
I have a 2021 review of the Atlas you should check out!
@@averagejackarchery I think I’ve watched it about 6 times now. It would be interesting to see more in depth once you can get it on camera.
Is this the best compound bow you can buy online direct from a manufacturer? Not a fan of the archery pro shop only business model.
I would strongly recommend ordering through an Athens dealer, who can then ship to you a bow setup as best we can for you already. Please reach out to us at averagejackarchery@gmail.com and we can for sure get you the right bow in your hands!
If you could include a speed test and taking a number of shots at 20 yds. you would have a complete, more evaluative review.
They definitely have a winner here.. Great review.
All I hear is the arrow impact! Wow!
Do the vistas have two different draw modules. I thought I heard they had one that maxed at 28 and then one that maxed at 31 or what ever max DL for the bow is
Yes. Cam stays the same, draw module changes. Look up their manuals on their website for how it broke down in the past. I also say the explicit breakdown with a screenshot in my video here.
@@averagejackarchery awesome thank you. Am I thinking correctly that maxing out the shorter module will allow you to maintain as much performance from the cam as possible
The modules don't overlap, so you'll have to make sure you get the module that will go to you draw length.
I like that camo
Almost bought vista 33 last Spring. Got the v3 31. Which one do u like best since u prob have shot v3. Thx.
Msrp for vista 31?
I've always felt the Mathews to be unbalanced, especially the 31"> ATA stuff. Prefer not to HAVE to run stabs to get it to balance if I need to. I'm all over this V31 from Athens though. The balance and weight alone are superb for a hunting rig anywhere in the country. MSRP is $1099 and that's with nearly all the color combos at your disposal without upcharge. Solid $100-250 depending on colors saved over a new Mathews...
@@averagejackarchery Thx for your in-depth answer! On the Athens i was not a fan of riser/grip...the shelf kinda hit my thumb knuckle uncomfortably. Is the draw cycle easier than the v3? I pull 58ish lbs. TY man!
Better question is where did you get that sweat shirt
Huntworth! Check out their website. Really premium stuff that isn't $150 Sitka level underwear. LOL
Interesting, Never heard of this company before, i wonder if their built is solid?
I'm on the market for a new bow for 3d/hunting and I'm looking at trx34, ventum 33, and Bowtech reckoning. Do you consider the vista 35's built is comparable to the big guys, in specific to those bows?
Thank you Love your videos.
I'll have a full review with over a week of shooting into a V35 video coming next week. Just a fantastic bow. No different in quality to any of the other major flagships I've ever shot.
@@averagejackarchery awesome. I appreciate the quick reply! Looking forward for that review, unfortunately my local shop won't let you test bows. I know. It's dumb.
@@carlosmohedano if your local shop will not let you test bows. I would tell them to kick rocks. Find another shop even if you have to drive a extra hour or 2. Good luck
@@wcwcgarner2717 yup, I stopped doing business with them because of that, my prev shop would welcome people to test bows so they can find the perfect fit for them. 🤷🏻♂️
@@carlosmohedano I am glad you found a shop buddy. I love my local bow shop. When you go to a good shop you just have that much more confidence in your bow.
New York baby!
Please do the new elite terrian bow review plzzzzzz
If they get one in my hands!
Wish there was a dealer nearby .
You can order them from them online! Whatever color you want! Draw length set and all!
You can check and see if there is an ambassador near you there should be a ambassador tab on there website
Ever compared to the prime nexus or inlines?
No local Prime dealers to me. Outside of the ATA shows I don't get a chance to handle them.
I may have missed it, but what does this bow retail at?
$1099 MSRP. That's with nearly any color combo for limbs and riser you want. ;)
Everyone copying Elite,but since the owner of Athens used to be the VP for Elite,it doesn't surprise me. They are good looking bows and they have a 38" bow that goes to 33.5" draw.
Mathews, PSE, Bowtech and Hoyt certainly aren’t copying Elite. I have the Remedy but I’ll be buying the Vista 33 this year. Looks to me like Athens has the better bow.
fist time i ever saw a bow review that didnt include a single chronograph shot.
I couldn't care less about speed. But, regrettably, the masses keep demanding it so I will have a chrono added for the future.
@@averagejackarchery as much as I hate to use speed as a way to communicate "velocity power levels" it's currently the only standard we have. Until people understand what .5slugs@500 mean we don't have a lot of choice. Newton would pull his hair out 😆
Are the cams movable? Shims? Thanks
Yup! Very thick shims, not like the little paper slivers from the olden days. I have a total of 4 on each axle.
@@averagejackarchery Good to hear about the Vista shimming. Have an exact clone to the one in this video coming in a month. Your video kind of sold me on it. No dealers in my area. Thanks
As good as anyones flagship bow! You won’t be disappointed with Athens!
I may have missed it but is it aluminum or carbon?
Aluminum riser.
@@averagejackarchery thank you!
Does this bow have limb stops or cable stops?
Cable stops.
@@averagejackarchery How would you describe the back wall?
Did you watch the video....? It's fantastic! One of the better back wall for a cable stop especially with its flat ends on the end of the draw stop. Much different than the companies that just use a peg or small end on a module.
@@averagejackarchery Thanks for the reply great info... I actually went back and watched again to see if I missed something but you didn't mention the back wall in this video.
I'm a short man. Can I get this bow at 24.5 draw with 70-80#pull
Yup. Just like I said and showed in the video, it goes to a 24.5 and 80# is an option.
@@averagejackarchery sorry I didn't catch it all the first time. Thanks. I seen where you you talked about it but I guess it wasn't clear to me. Thanks
Dipped or Colorfusion?
Colorfusion. Rock solid coloring.
What finish is that?
Predator Deception camo. It is kolorfusion not a dip film like the olden days.
@@averagejackarchery good for NW Ohio whitetail?
@@guitarwilly81 I mean...yes? It's a great camo pattern. Been around for decades and used all over the country.
Price?
$1099 MSRP and that's for nearly all the color combos they offer in any mismatch you want.
They really look like the older bowtechs..
I know this is dumb but every time I saw your thumb nail for this video I thought I was looking at a huge guy with sleeve tattoos.
LOL
Hi
At first glance it looks like a PSE
Looks like the evoke
If I yield to temptation I'll have to buy either the Hoyt RX7 or Athens V31 this year. Lol
V31 allllll day there. The RX7 is doesn't hold a candle to this in any category: draw cycle, adjustability, color options, and not to mention the massive gap in price point.
@@averagejackarchery Are you going to review the RX7? I'm hearing reports that this year's Hoyt's are amazing but haven't had hands on any of this year's bows yet.
Wowwwww that all what I have to say
Wowwwww
talking about bows that look like waffles. lol, you must be talking about mathews. Well, i would bet that my V3X 33 with the granite color along with my Axcel Landslyde, my QAD Mathews rest, my neon yellow barn burner strings and cables with black serving and my ultraview scope with my one piece low pro quiver, lol, would win a bow looks contest any day over that Athens. Oh, lets talk speed and accuracy and dead in the hand and the super brick wall to keep that anchor where its supposed to be every shot.....I could keep going as long as you but whoever is reading this is probably getting as bored as i am listening to you try to sell that cheap ass bow.
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I’ve got less money in 2 other brands budget bows than your entire build. Keep telling yourself you need all that and I’ll save my money for the processor. It’s the Indian not the arrow.
@@deanbrantley yes, but you truly do get what you pay for and I’m happy to have as much in my V3 and V3X. They’re both shooters. And the more confidence that you have, the better you shoot. So you can’t break it down like you’re trying to because it goes both ways.
@@deanbrantley
Not everyone’s poor.
@@daveulrich4623 what’s rich or poor have to do with anything? I’m glad he has a nice bow. A nice bow doesn’t mean your rich or poor. Anybody can swipe a credit card. I would have never commented on it but that arrogance and lack of humbleness deserved to be called out or he’s just a kid with daddy’s money. I don’t know.
But I do know I’d have much more respect for someone with humble attitude than I will for someone saying “oh look at me and my new car I’m better than you”.
More up close video of components ect. Speed test... Not just sitting on a stool in your sweatpants. Not impressed with the review
I heard of a thing called Google the other day. Great for looking up things like other pictures, videos, numbers, and bulk sweatpant orders.
@@averagejackarchery GTS!