Best Bow Build Under $1000

[@TimConnor13]

Having a lot of fun with the budget bow series.. extra $120 bucks to play with on the bear, what would you do?

[@NeilEubank]

Three different options. A back bar , an upgraded rest , a quivilizer and a back bar.

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

@@NeilEubank 2nd this.

[@XXXston3wallXXX]

At $30 a roller glide might smooth out the draw cycle personally I think like mfjj says you will get use to it. With the other $90 maybe some stabs if you can fit them in the budget.

[@coltonconverse7343]

You could do the same set up but possibly squeak in either a landslyde or a hamskea

[@jasonadkins9943]

Hamskea rest, roller guard, or upgrade the slide.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

I’m glad you guys are building both and I like the idea of building budget bows for folks and shipping them out

[@chandlerchristensen8508]

Budget target bow next? I'd just like to add how great your channel is. So entertaining. I'm hoping you reach 100k this year!

[@Bhilderbrand]

I think a pre built bow on the website would be a great idea maybe with brodhead tuning packages as a add on would be even better. I myself have been in the situation you touched on where I'm interested in a bow but there is no dealers near that carry the product. Great video as always. I'm looking forward to part 3!

[@jackbuendgen389]

One thing I immediately noticed about the consequence is how much quieter it is. I got to shoot one recently and I was impressed! Very nice for the price point!

[@TimConnor13]

I agree with that

[@wcwcgarner2717]

Cool build

[@hunterslifestyle625]

I’m glad y’all are building both bows

[@TimConnor13]

Me too ✊

[@Kahnke2554]

Nicely done! A package as built makes a lot of sense.

[@SlimPickins_07]

Darton really stepped up this year. Great bow for the money

[@l.i.archer5379]

I got my Alaskan XT last Tuesday. I put 150 shots through it to settle in the strings. I ended up cutting off the string grubs and installing 4 brass nock in each one's place with shrink tube. I also got it super quiet by tying on cat whiskers between the speed nock sets. Bow shoots real good!!

[@Retired_Rambler]

It;s so nice to see these videos with the more budget friendly bows! Nice to see stuff the average guy like me can afford....thanks for doing this!

[@DarkGuardian94]

Last year I got my first bow. I picked a Bear species EV ready to hunt package. I'm a lefty and have it set up with 28 1/2in draw at ~65 pounds running cheap 480 grain arrows with 125 grain field points and G5 Montec fixed head for deer in NC. I love it and got it for $600

[@axegekko6477]

Still rocking Species? Just got it as my first bow 2 wks ago off of a clearance sale.

[@jodymcnab5977]

I agree, having a pre built bow is a great idea. I am really liking the series so far and thank you for showing what the bow is capable of at 100 yds. When I am in the market for another bow, I will definitely consider these.

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

Hey Tim, I took the plunge Friday and picked up a hinge release. They didn't have the Hinge2. It has been an incredible help in slowing me down and having some of the cleanest breaks I've ever felt. Thanks brother, I truly appreciate the nudge and information on releases over the years. Love your content brother. Got this one saved for when I'm not chasing our son around.

[@jimrodtka852]

O'connor.....I wanna say you are doing more for archery and bowhunting w/ this series than anyone else on the ol' interweb. Good job. Glad you got MF'er to help you out. You're gonna beat MACdonald at this rate too :)

[@raider9170]

Man the voiceover on this video is on point! Nice work sir. I think some pre-outfitted bows would be great for a lot of people. For every good archery shop there are three that are terrible. That's why I bought everything to do my own

[@andrewellis82]

Premade by a professional and someone that I respect in the industry and respected by others in the industry would be a great idea. I am starting out but I wanted the things I wanted like a phase 4 and other high end items. I love them all. I also believe with the quality that you guys offer it will take the intimidation out of buying the first rig. Especially not knowing anything and listening to everyone this is the best or thats the best. Anything will work and especially built in the right hands. Josh's comments about the 2 builds was genius and wouldn't mind seeing that in a video with explanation on why it would work best.

[@Tullminator]

That's a lot of words no one is going to read.

[@BrockDavis-t6u]

Glad you’re building both bows. No one near me carries Darton. Bear yes. Pro shops are few and far between in my location so Josh setting up and selling/shipping bows is a great idea in my option. There is a large population of archery hunters that do not have many options.

[@timbow50]

I can’t believe setup lower priced bows wouldn’t sell well. Living within a budget is a wise choice every single time. That was some mighty good grouping at a hundred in the rain. Seriously, that alone with a strange to you bow shows you are a really well accomplished archer IMO. 👍👍 Mr.

[@adamsmith4878]

another vote for the build a bow package. it would eliminate alot of guessing on the buyers part. trying to decide between the the huge selection of accessories is a huge task in its self, much less trying to set it all up. with MFJJ and his crew the buyer would be 100% confidence knowing their setup was top notch !

[@jonheatlie3809]

A pre built budget bow is a fantastic idea!! Love that both bows are being built. I may have to buy one!🤔

[@patrickosier3644]

Brother thank you for this. I believe the majority of hunters are budget hunters. We just build upon our gear every year

[@justinjackson6696]

Great video series. Not everyone can afford the flagships. Both of these bows are fully capable of performing well in the field. I've shot both...loved the Consequence with its quality components and effortlessly smooth draw. Also liked the longer axle to axle of the Alaskan XT and its speed. If I had to pick one of the two I'd go Consequence. Darton has a winner at $649. If it gets into people's hands and they just try one I believe Darton will sell a ton of them. Nice shooting Tim!!! Keep em coming. Thank you to both you and MFJJ for the great content

[@jamesgorham6593]

Would you consider adding “budget” arrows to this series? That maybe another rabbit hole to go down.

[@West_sideKnecht4]

Check out the scheels vendetta pros bro they’re fucking awesome and made by victory i shoot the standard 350s

[@SWMissouriOutdoors]

Great content Tim. I love seeing the Build-A-Bear series lol.

[@NeilEubank]

Building out this bow and shipping it is a great idea I wish when I started that was an option.

[@headoutdoors3702]

Couldn’t agree more with this. I’d buy one as a backup bow

[@jons858]

Keep videos like this coming. Specs need to be apart of a review but people really want to know the little details that you’re thinking about while shooting out on target. That’s what will confirm or change someone’s opinion on a bow other than getting out to a shop to shoot it. Even then they don’t get to shoot it set up. So set these bows up and shoot them outside and ramble on about it! Definitely offer up budget bows on the website with an option to upgrade it. Also how much do you want for it barebow?!?

[@jeffmckulsky7081]

Great idea, great content! Love the idea of the budget bow. Keep up the good work.

[@jordanhudson5075]

I love this ideal it definitely should be a option, I honestly feel like that’s what the bow industry is missing the every day man bow

[@davidsbielawski]

I hope darton make a 33” counterpart to the consequence!

[@jeffcopenhaver2217]

I wouldn’t complain if it was a 34 ATA myself.

[@austinpalm7968]

A month ago I left the pro shop with a Hoyt torrex package. I bought arrows fletchings. I had my own release and a different stabilizer. But in total it cost 1,017 to shoot a deer that year. I feel like for under 1000 the torrex had me. I could have been under 1k without the fletchings which I didn’t need. But the bow came with a sight, stabilizer, quiver, and rest.

[@LTLoudpack7100]

Omg I can't decide between the two, if the Darton had a smaller brace height I would definitely go for that no question.

[@TimConnor13]

Higher brace height is better, more forgiving

[@matevans2122]

@joshandtim I love the videos u guys do for people on a budget... I'm a little older so I can afford some of the newest and finest equipment but it wasn't always that way. So practical realistic videos for people on a budget is awesome. And at the end of the day there's NO substitute for just getting out there and shooting your bow... Right!!! So my delimma is arrow building. I know u guys have lots of videos on this and trust me I watched them all. Soit shouldn't matter if I'm buying the Easton X-10's or the Walmart Beaman's the best solid practices of arrow building and tuning is going to help everyone. I also believe building your own arrows really invest u in your archery experience... Skin in the game! So with that said, I believe arrow building starts with the spine alignment, consistent flight every time, right. I will never drop $350 - $500 on a spine tool. No argument they'll give u the best results every time, but I'm not doing it. I would luv to hear some poor man ways to find that spine or stiffy part of the arrow... We've all heard of the float method and the bow vise bending the arrow method, but are there any better ways without a expensive spine tool? Let's hear your thoughts and advice? How about a video of cheap, mid, and expensive arrow build... all built exactly the same, length, weight, spine, inserts, vanes etc etc. Then compare the accuracy, apples to apples. Sorry for the long comment as u can tell I'm passionate about archery. Luv your content, keep the videos coming guys!!! 👍🏻

[@mikep32]

I'm really enjoying this one! Looking forward to the next installment.

[@kaidgorringe120]

I've been wanting an Alaskan XT since they came out. Bear, if you're watching, I would like to see some left handed models in the shops and stores please!

[@adublbeatz8656]

Great video! I agree in the price range just below these, you can't go wrong with the Bear Adapt Plus ready to hunt. I purchased one and it has produced. For the price range, the accessories are GREAT! Especially the sight. I really want to build out a Darton Consequence, but like a few of the other commentors, there is no dealers close to me. That would be a great service, to build out and ship. Thanks for the video.

[@PaulieB_TDO]

Good shooting Timmy. I would love to see a package set up like this on Podium’s website. I am seriously considering the Darton to do my first on my own bow build in my newly put together at home bow shop. Love the knowledge I’m gaining from your guys videos. Thanks.

[@jasonadkins9943]

I love the videos and I like the budget bow concept. I believe you are better off going with a lower price bow and higher end arrow rest and sight if you are on a budget. However, the 100 yard shooting didn't really tell me much about how shootable or accurate this bow is. I would prefer to see group sizes at 30 yards or which one you shoot a better indoor score with. Then give us some feedback on feel after a few hundred arrows through each bow.

[@jimwilkie6440]

How did you guys keep the composure at 4:28 when the barking spider let loose? Or did you🤣

[@waynepatton689]

Build the bow and sell them. I have two nephews just starting out and this would be an epic set up for them!!

[@tyrellatkins7405]

I think it would be cool to have a bow built and shipped. Lot of ppl dont have shops near them. Great idea I'd buy one

[@DadGotGamez]

As a newbie to the bow, I love the idea of more RTH buildouts.

[@gemeni69]

I would really like to have the Darton as a budget backup to my Hoyt. I don’t know if it’s me but the Darton is quiet compared to the longer AA of the Bear. I think it would be great to offer a complete setup of both with choice of upgrades if wanted. Great video.

[@jayrocha9300]

I would love to see a series where u build out the new prime bow and give your feed back on that

[@Lugnutz89]

I would love to see you go SUPER BUDGET!! Sanlida dragon x9 and x10. I'd love to see what you can do with them. A lot of people seem to be impressed with both.

[@brodejarvis6961]

I think you should build the Alaska as an eastern set up and the Darton as the western bow and see if it really matters. I’m a western hunter and I’ve always preferred a long axle to axle bow.

[@Mffl1014]

Bought my elite terrain before the season started this year and I shot my target buck yesterday he measured 203” was able to get him off a 1.5 acre block of woods that neighbored public

[@joehealey6209]

Having a bow built and shipped would be great. Because I’ll never go to local shops again I have a walking disability stemming from a broken back and local shops were very degrading to deal with.

[@billyhancock7851]

Would you, gentleman, please explain the left side to right side of the shims so that the less informed of us can adjust the cams easily and quickly and not do alot of guessing. I would love to buy bows setup and ready to shoot by some highly experienced bow technicians. Great idea!

[@NO-0M3]

Just saying I’m new to archery only been in to it about 6 months now. Me and my buddy ( 3-4 years) went to a 3D shoot 20 target range max score 220, my buddy shoots a 1200 doller Mathew’s v3x setup, I shoot a Hoyt laser tech (17 plus years old) prolly with 4-500 in it I shot a 189 he shot a 184 keep in mine we were hoped up on lots of coffee😂. And not top of that it was windy like 10-15 mph. All that to say start with what u can afford don’t gotta spend 1000+ dollars😉

[@Darnell_Outdoors]

Knocking the arrow is probably to help speed up the processing plus good for comparing the bows back to back … but I THINK that’s a real bromance and hell of a teamwork,, teamwork will make your dreams work… really enjoyed this video plus content you and MFJJ share and do together 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️

[@Ryansayer]

That’s a pretty sick budget setup or first bow for a guy. Way better than what I started with.

[@juanrodriguez-mu7ko]

You’re the man Tim!!! I’d like the bear bow though!!!

[@josephkroliv3714]

I’m going to get my first bow setup once I get my long-overdue back pay. I had my heart set on the Bear Adapt +, but man…the Consequence might be better for me. Should be more forgiving, better built, more tunable. I’m going to have to talk to my wife about spending a little more on the setup😅

[@DVKESILVER]

Tim, I can't wait until March (local timeframe) for a Lift X. I'm active duty, stationed in Florida, but hoping to come back west after leaving here. Local shop has a consequence and an alaskan xt. After you've shot both of these bows, which one would you select? For east coast hunting, I feel like the Darton is a good choice, but if I may potentially hunt western game again, the 33 ATA on the Alaskan seems more practical.

[@TimConnor13]

Consequence is a sturdier build

[@DVKESILVER]

@ Did you feel like the 33” compared to the 29.5” made a difference for distance shooting?

[@billwall2969]

I think a pre-built bow on the website would be a great idea. Could you make the Darton a left hand for me? But no quiver on it. You have lot of good information in here. plus the deil you put into setting up the bow is beyond any one around here. All got me thinking and looking at my bow. I like the straight riser and longer brace... All is better than the one I have the old BowTech Carbon Knight. The check in the mail for you.

[@Tullminator]

I think it would be great if ya'll sold a budget bow setup ready to ship. Great idea!

[@mackstrate6235]

A peach monster and some Tim and MFJJ to start the week, don't get much better. Ignore the foot of snow in my driveway for now. Oh and prebuilt would be money, especially if he ships to Canada.

[@davidmayers1645]

You (or Josh) should do a review of the trophy taker propel rest. Seems like an amazing price point for limb driven duel anchor rest. How does it stack up to Hamskea Primer? Other rests under

[@archerash6695]

Darton Consequence.. hands down. Come on.. and you know thissss... maaaaaiinnnnnnn. Movie quote from FRIDAY

[@Eightball2516]

It’s nice you have a guy like mfjj a lot of us don’t have a guy like that where I live the archery shops just want you to buy them and leave they don’t want to help

[@ericlloyd8258]

I think it would be smart for Podium Archer to sell prebuilt budget bows. Love the accessories you put on, but you could even save some more money doing like a CBE tactic micro for those eastern hunters that don't plan to shoot past 60 yards. Also, what about female/short draw budget bows? My wife has a 24 inch draw length and needs a new bow. ;)

[@derrickprest8150]

Matthew mcconaughey, dazed and confused! Love that line

[@toothlessarcher]

Awesome video! Good idea to see both and get an idea of what that little bit of extrra cash can get you.

[@blessedvetoutdoors]

Hey Tim and JJ, could you guys do a budget 3d target build? Please Please Please?!

[@markst.martinii9635]

I think the Hoyt Torrex should be a winner for budget bow. But maybe I missed where the price range was supposed to be? I got my set up for around $850 and it can rival almost anything I feel

[@johnheitkamp4792]

Going to always build my own bows but I could see there being a nice market for pre-built bows

[@jons7e]

Many people would prefer to get a bow that's setup and ready to go. I think that's a great idea. BUT, how would you do the peep height?

[@bamabowhunter8499]

Awesome idea Tim and MFJJ. Time are you still using the Stan Clicker? Or did you move on the the wrist strap Stan? Just curious, I purchased one and I like it so far

[@TimConnor13]

I use both

[@TheIVSaken]

I shot both of these bows when shopping and went with the Darton, The difference in the Draw and smoothness of the shot was way above the bear in my humble opinion. Great video.. The balloon in the rain was a good watch.

[@owenlong-m1t]

The dampening material on the Bear is very hard. For $60 you can swap out the Bear string stop with a Hitek sand trap and the stock limb dampeners for Limbsaver twistlox for a significant reduction of noise and vibration. Use Tim’s discount code and you’ll basically get an upgraded bow at original price.

[@justinlloyd9342]

Are you sure those will work on the bear bows. Ive got a bear resurgence LD and that’s bout the only thing on the bow I hate is the stock string stop

[@owenlong-m1t]

I can’t speak on your specific model but I have one on my Alaskan XT. They are built bow specific for a guaranteed fit not a universal one size fits most. I would reach out to them but I can’t imagine why they couldn’t build you one.

[@jokostel]

I’ve got several bows built by Scheels in Bismarck ND, but I wouldn’t mind one built by Josh… Though I’d prolly do something crazy like a Black Mama at 100 lbs

[@michaelrea6764]

I think pre builds would be a great idea!!

[@Yourmom-u7q]

The Alaskan XT has aluminum limb pockets also.

[@cdanea]

Can someone explain to a luddite how were the bows "not built" before? They seemed perfectly functional bows, then they "built" them, and continued to shoot perfectly functional bows. As someone interested in maybe trying out archery, I expect the bow I buy is "built", whatever this process entails - I am really not sure how the bows they scored were not built bows. Maybe "built" is an archery term that means something different.

[@genehalteman882]

Make that Consequence in 34" ATA and it would be an insane crossover bow! Hunting/target

[@spencergarrison9845]

Prebuilt bow packages 👍

[@EarlScyoc-km2qs]

What's ur thoughts on the mission switch for a first time bow.

[@evanburton1271]

I like the idea of a pre built budget friendly bow

[@brianfletcher319]

I’m pretty much sold on the DARTON

[@chief5981]

Just wondering why you didn’t compare the 🎯 n to the whitetail maxx.. closer in price than the Alaskan

[@PazNthru]

What wheres the budlight in the refrigerator? Also im calling it out now bet darton adds integrated options for that bow next year

[@JuanGarciaJr-st9ef]

I would order one today if you had that built to hunt ready to go .

[@MegaRobbo92]

So, question. I own a Bear Paradox, and I have noticed that the serving separates extremely quickly on the cables where they are attached to the cam. Almost like the track has too much of a sever bend. And yes the strings and cables have been changed. But serving separation sets back in after 50-100 shots. Not as bad as it was with the stock strings but still. Is this normal for all bows or is it a Bear thing? Might be something to think about for a price point bow, as speaking towards design of the cams and string / cable attachment.

[@brendawells7025]

How are the factory strings on each ? Which one will last longer?

[@jthepickle7]

The value between 4 & 5 is the same as between 1 & 0 . Maybe try 3.5 or 4.7 for a bit more discrepancy between values.

[@SomeGuyFromOK]

That Darton is a nice looking bow for the price! By the way, QC means quality control, not quality check.

[@SheepdogConservation]

I see how it goes.. had to get yourself a budget bow so that you could afford to have the Jim Shockley cameo for your intro! 😂👌

[@MegaLogan93]

Where were you able to find this bow? I’m trying to buy it online and it won’t let me from the bear website. Love the bow

[@482racing]

Yes this was a great video

[@dmcannon3182]

Is the darton similar to the pse brute in your opinion?

[@Chepo_43]

I think it’s a great idea building something like at that price point.

[@Sgmyles]

Is there an ETA on the package being available on the site?

[@ShawnMoen-b4q]

Are you guys shooting the super or mini sabers?

[@blackbeard0323]

Why wasn't the $89.99 added for the 12 inch Podium stabilizer?

[@brettwelch8368]

in my experience, more length usually is more pleasing... when talking ATA of course ;)

[@philipjames9558]

I think you could definitely sell a few pre made packages.

[@AlexPerez-vt9gh]

I think it’s definitely a good idea to ship them out built already the only thing of course will be the cost hopefully it can be budget friendly as well But I kinda wish you guys would have done a competition with these budget bows like here’s the spending limit 1k you build one and Mfjj builds the other then you kinda do a comparison and see who did better just a thought anyhow good video 👍

[@MrRourk]

He needs that Keystone Sponsorship!

[@7Thunders777]

That's Josh's gates ? Cool , now I dont feel so bad .

[@MikeJones-vb1me]

Is Josh's shop an actual retail location or strictly an online store?