I've only been bowhunting for a few years but what i like the most about the direction many manufacturers are taking, is giving the user a bow that is easier to tune and set up. Not everyone has a proshop nearby, the funds to buy a bow press or the knowledge to fine tune a bow. Many bows are becoming easier to tune and set up at home, which is awesome for the consumer. In a few short years brands that have say previously run mod specific drawlength adjustments have switched to rotating mods (elite, prime, xpedition), and with brands like Bowtech and Elite coming out with new ways to adjust cam angles its becoming even easier for consumers to tune a bow without a press. Thats a huge win not just for consumers but also for shops, who then have an easier job and less expense setting up bows. I cant imagine what they're going to come up with next.
tip for longer draw guys shooting the revolt....you can serve below the peep in the correct spot (found by trial and error) and then put a kisser button there that you then tie on (ditch metal clamps to save weight) if in the right spot, this is like a huge version of bowmar's nose button and it allowed me to have a comfortable anchor and place my nose on the kisser, now nose, button this really helps me not feel like i'm floating around out there
I have a realm x that I love..... Killed a buck n doe with it in the same tree! Imo. Bow tech had by far the best cam system with the odbinary...... Now this? Deadlock tech. While the rest the companies are tearing apart axles and cams to add shims, bow tech is twisting yokes or a screw. Why would anyone want to "catch" Matthews when they're running in the wrong direction?
these speeds are right in line with my revolt shot through a pro chrono comfort setting, 58 pounds, 30 inch draw, 410 grain arrow, and loaded string (big peep, cat whiskers, d loop, and kisser button) shoots 265 fps.....this back calculates to around 320 fps if i flipped the disc to performance, i'd likely calculate at 330 fps, which is within spitting distance of the 335 fps ibo claimed by bowtech....so the company is not super inflating their numbers
Just ordered my Revolt X in real tree. I will say that shooting the Revolt, Revolt X, and the Elite Kure I cant say anything about the two revolts because the revolt and the revolt x were 2 different poundages. The revolt x at 60 is complete butter the revolt at 70 was just as smooth just a little heavier because of the weight. The Elite Kure at 70lbs felt extremely smooth. It felt almost exactly like the revolt in comfort mode. You can absolutely tell a difference between comfort and performance mode on the bowtechs. I honestly would love to be able to buy Borge the elite Kure and the revolt x and shoot them both. The elite did have one flaw which was a little vibration in the hand that kept going like a tuning fork. The bowtech bow did not travel that issue at all but that had the two vibration dampeners already on them and I’m sure with the elite rigged up the vibration would go away. The elite did feel better in the hand.
Mines still going strong! Tho it has been my 1 and only bow, rook dry fired it! lanc. Archery fixed it and updated my limbs $400 later.. shot bullet hole 1st shot
So I bought the revolt x and I love it. Recently I found a Hoyt rx1 Carbon 60lb on a local classified. What are your thoughts on getting that as another bow. Lol. It’s $1k and comes with a sight! ,rest and stabilizers.
Question- How come a bow costs as much as 2 or 3 new chainsaws ? ( think I paid $400 something for my Husqvarna Rancher) Shoot you can buy a new chainsaw for what the better sights costs .... guess it’s because boys toys are a lot more fun to have vs. high end tools (??)
Why the drop in speed from the Realm SR6? Obviously a longer brace height, but why a different cam? Couldn't they use the same cam and the dead lock system and keep the same speeds as the SR6?
I think this bow is going for more Comfort overall. I think the SPEED game is slowing moving backwards as companies are finding a MAX is out there for the technology
I have a question I would like you guys to ask your You Tube channel ? What do y’all think about Bowtech making the Revolt w a 28 axle to axle like the Mathews vxr 28?
add twists to the cables, remove twists from the string, remove the clutch grip and shoot it bare riser or with a thin wrap.....any more room you need, slightly increase length of d loop
My reign 7 had to have new limbs. It was suppose to have been fixed then. I’ve had 2 Bowtech do that. Couldn’t spend the money no more. Switched to Mathews
All I’m saying is I am a little upset that BHP gave me the response they did of it has not been an issue. I am a bow nut and know and study them meticulously. Anyone who knows bows knows this is an ongoing issue with bowtech. Honestly I love a lot about them other than this issue. I would appreciate honesty and I am now unsubscribing from their channel. I know they do not care however honesty is everything to me. A simple they are working hard on resolving this would of been a great answer, and would not of lost a fan/subscriber.
@@jasonbaker2397 I think that they moved the limb production from laminated outsourced to solid limbs produced in house since the release of the Realm lineup, which ended the problem. I like Mathews a lot but I would like to see that brand to use rotating mods for dl as now is using Bear, Elite and even Prime, and to put some answer to the Deadlock cam system from Bowtech and Elite SET limb socket system, because those are really user friendly features that increase the quality of living for the customers.
Yes they can. All cams are at risk of going out of time. However being that is a binary cam system the likelihood of such is minimal due to the consistency of cable lengths and load.
My BT Mag shoots amazing for spot shooting or whatever I use it for and My SR6 is a great hunting bow. But after watching this video I think I'll be buying the Revolt ugh I hate you Bowtech!!!
why all the complaining about Bowtech limbs?? everyone knows they had problems in the past and they are taking steps to resolve that problem. real simple if you dont trust them buy something else and quit bitchin'....its hard to buy a bad bow these days
Have to say I disagree with this review. For background I currently shoot a RX1 70lbs 29.5 draw length I am shopping for a new bow for next season I am looking for a longer axel to axel more forgiving bow. I was very interested in this bow due to the deadlock cam system but was very disappointed. Went to my local shop last night shot the Hoyt RX4 Ultra, Mathews VXR 31.5 both at 70lbs and the Bowtech Revolt X at 60lbs. The Mathews was by far the quietest and most dead in the hand. The Revolt X had by far the most hand shock and was the loudest it actually caught me off guard when I shot it to the point where the shop owner commented on the facial reaction. Between the Hoyt and the Mathews the Hoyt had the smoother draw the VXR had a draw cycle similar to my RX1 it stacked up than had more of a "dump" into the valley. I will say the Bowtech had a more forgiving valley when I let the bows down it didn't take the string from me like the other bows.
Fuck that..... 20 fps don't mean shit to a deer or elk but a butter smooth draw and forgiving brace height vs harsh draw with a nasty hump that u have to get over while freezing and contorted in a treestand while trying to maintain perfect form to keep ur 5. 5 inch brace height from hitting your sleeve absolutely does........ I'd rather hit my target every time comfortably at 335 then miss shooting 360
I've only been bowhunting for a few years but what i like the most about the direction many manufacturers are taking, is giving the user a bow that is easier to tune and set up. Not everyone has a proshop nearby, the funds to buy a bow press or the knowledge to fine tune a bow. Many bows are becoming easier to tune and set up at home, which is awesome for the consumer.
In a few short years brands that have say previously run mod specific drawlength adjustments have switched to rotating mods (elite, prime, xpedition), and with brands like Bowtech and Elite coming out with new ways to adjust cam angles its becoming even easier for consumers to tune a bow without a press. Thats a huge win not just for consumers but also for shops, who then have an easier job and less expense setting up bows. I cant imagine what they're going to come up with next.
Totally agree.
Great point
But now shops have one less way to make money.
Just picked a Revolt up today. Never felt such a smooth draw (at 70lbs!!), solid backwall, quiet bow in my 25 years of shooting. Great bow.
tip for longer draw guys shooting the revolt....you can serve below the peep in the correct spot (found by trial and error) and then put a kisser button there that you then tie on (ditch metal clamps to save weight)
if in the right spot, this is like a huge version of bowmar's nose button and it allowed me to have a comfortable anchor and place my nose on the kisser, now nose, button
this really helps me not feel like i'm floating around out there
I have a realm x that I love..... Killed a buck n doe with it in the same tree! Imo. Bow tech had by far the best cam system with the odbinary...... Now this? Deadlock tech. While the rest the companies are tearing apart axles and cams to add shims, bow tech is twisting yokes or a screw. Why would anyone want to "catch" Matthews when they're running in the wrong direction?
these speeds are right in line with my revolt shot through a pro chrono
comfort setting, 58 pounds, 30 inch draw, 410 grain arrow, and loaded string (big peep, cat whiskers, d loop, and kisser button) shoots 265 fps.....this back calculates to around 320 fps
if i flipped the disc to performance, i'd likely calculate at 330 fps, which is within spitting distance of the 335 fps ibo claimed by bowtech....so the company is not super inflating their numbers
Just ordered my Revolt X in real tree. I will say that shooting the Revolt, Revolt X, and the Elite Kure I cant say anything about the two revolts because the revolt and the revolt x were 2 different poundages. The revolt x at 60 is complete butter the revolt at 70 was just as smooth just a little heavier because of the weight. The Elite Kure at 70lbs felt extremely smooth. It felt almost exactly like the revolt in comfort mode. You can absolutely tell a difference between comfort and performance mode on the bowtechs. I honestly would love to be able to buy Borge the elite Kure and the revolt x and shoot them both. The elite did have one flaw which was a little vibration in the hand that kept going like a tuning fork. The bowtech bow did not travel that issue at all but that had the two vibration dampeners already on them and I’m sure with the elite rigged up the vibration would go away. The elite did feel better in the hand.
You should have mention the Camo options. The new Woodlands is awesome. I’d buy based on that alone. I’m also big fan of 7” plus brace height.
Good point
I’d love to see a tuning video
Got one on order. Can’t wait till it gets here!
I shot a Revolt this past weekend and want to compare it to the Reckoning. I only need one bow (hunting and 3D) so I'm leaning towards the Reckoning.
Kevin Wright both great options
Cant go wrong. Reckoning makes a good target bow as well as hunting. Very forgiving and easy self tune to your preference
I would love to see a video explaining the pros and cons of the major brands' cams. BTW, what does, "This bow shoots flat" mean?
I usually say FLAT when there is ZERO Arc in the shot.. meaning perfect flight. "no Drop in"
Do u guys think the 335 fps will hurt speed going out to 40 50 yds ??
Billy Miller No I think good out to 60
my reign 6 still has my heart,
Mines still going strong! Tho it has been my 1 and only bow, rook dry fired it! lanc. Archery fixed it and updated my limbs $400 later.. shot bullet hole 1st shot
Sure gald to see how u guys show your good time I been on hunts that wasn,t
So I bought the revolt x and I love it. Recently I found a Hoyt rx1 Carbon 60lb on a local classified. What are your thoughts on getting that as another bow. Lol. It’s $1k and comes with a sight!
,rest and stabilizers.
I will gladly test drive those bow for you guys
Question- How come a bow costs as much as 2 or 3 new chainsaws ? ( think I paid $400 something for my Husqvarna Rancher)
Shoot you can buy a new chainsaw for what the better sights costs .... guess it’s because boys toys are a lot more fun to have vs. high end tools (??)
WILL YOU GUYS BEING DOING A REVIEW ON PRIME BLACK SERIES ?
Not sure yet.. Waiting to hear from G5
Why the drop in speed from the Realm SR6? Obviously a longer brace height, but why a different cam? Couldn't they use the same cam and the dead lock system and keep the same speeds as the SR6?
I think this bow is going for more Comfort overall. I think the SPEED game is slowing moving backwards as companies are finding a MAX is out there for the technology
I'd like to see the hunting bow at 60# on proformace setting...
Still love my RPM 360.
Oh the rpm 350
Why not shoot the x at 70 lbs?
I have a question I would like you guys to ask your You Tube channel ? What do y’all think about Bowtech making the Revolt w a 28 axle to axle like the Mathews vxr 28?
Sweet bows!!!
Missed it in video, MSRP?
Alot
Is there any way to squeeze another half inch of draw length out of either of these?
add twists to the cables, remove twists from the string, remove the clutch grip and shoot it bare riser or with a thin wrap.....any more room you need, slightly increase length of d loop
What Chrono set up are you using with the phone?
Why does the first guy shooting move his arm so much to the left after each shot?
Are they planning on a REVOLT XL 35" hunting bow?
No info on that yet.
Yeah it’s called the reckoning
Oh dam...I love my realm ss... don't make me go shoot the revolt. Lol
Hey guys...what arrow are you using to get 350 grains??
Julien Ryder it’s a black eagle outlaw with a cut down insert and vanes
What the heck. I wonder if I get a check from bow tech for them using my last name for a bow lol.
LOL...
My question is have they addressed the issue with delaminated limbs?? Been an issue for years!
Jason Baker yes. That has not been a problem.
They resolved it several years ago
My reign 7 had to have new limbs. It was suppose to have been fixed then. I’ve had 2 Bowtech do that. Couldn’t spend the money no more. Switched to Mathews
All I’m saying is I am a little upset that BHP gave me the response they did of it has not been an issue. I am a bow nut and know and study them meticulously. Anyone who knows bows knows this is an ongoing issue with bowtech. Honestly I love a lot about them other than this issue. I would appreciate honesty and I am now unsubscribing from their channel. I know they do not care however honesty is everything to me. A simple they are working hard on resolving this would of been a great answer, and would not of lost a fan/subscriber.
@@jasonbaker2397 I think that they moved the limb production from laminated outsourced to solid limbs produced in house since the release of the Realm lineup, which ended the problem. I like Mathews a lot but I would like to see that brand to use rotating mods for dl as now is using Bear, Elite and even Prime, and to put some answer to the Deadlock cam system from Bowtech and Elite SET limb socket system, because those are really user friendly features that increase the quality of living for the customers.
what happened to the guy on the right? He was the knowledgeable one out of the two.
awesome review
Thanks!
Can these cams go out of timing?
Great question. Will have to wait for @bowtech to answer this one.. Or #Chris.
Yes they can. All cams are at risk of going out of time. However being that is a binary cam system the likelihood of such is minimal due to the consistency of cable lengths and load.
My BT Mag shoots amazing for spot shooting or whatever I use it for and My SR6 is a great hunting bow. But after watching this video I think I'll be buying the Revolt ugh I hate you Bowtech!!!
Daniel Fetchak lol
Shooting the realm sr6 , I want the SS & the Revolt . 🙏🙏 before I get there the 2021’s should be out - they told me life would be hard -😂😂🙌
What about the heli m, Dave? You did a review on it during its introduction. It weighs 3.5lbs. Just busting on ya🤣
why all the complaining about Bowtech limbs?? everyone knows they had problems in the past and they are taking steps to resolve that problem. real simple if you dont trust them buy something else and quit bitchin'....its hard to buy a bad bow these days
Have to say I disagree with this review. For background I currently shoot a RX1 70lbs 29.5 draw length I am shopping for a new bow for next season I am looking for a longer axel to axel more forgiving bow. I was very interested in this bow due to the deadlock cam system but was very disappointed. Went to my local shop last night shot the Hoyt RX4 Ultra, Mathews VXR 31.5 both at 70lbs and the Bowtech Revolt X at 60lbs. The Mathews was by far the quietest and most dead in the hand. The Revolt X had by far the most hand shock and was the loudest it actually caught me off guard when I shot it to the point where the shop owner commented on the facial reaction. Between the Hoyt and the Mathews the Hoyt had the smoother draw the VXR had a draw cycle similar to my RX1 it stacked up than had more of a "dump" into the valley. I will say the Bowtech had a more forgiving valley when I let the bows down it didn't take the string from me like the other bows.
Get real.
Add 7-9 FPS after getting rid of the whisker biscuit
just chrono'd my VXR with a WB and then with a QAD rest, same arrow. avg FPS gain without a WB was only 2 fps.
the revolts look pretty good. the sr350 are kind ugly
Bring back the speed. 335 IBO is so 2012.
Fuck that..... 20 fps don't mean shit to a deer or elk but a butter smooth draw and forgiving brace height vs harsh draw with a nasty hump that u have to get over while freezing and contorted in a treestand while trying to maintain perfect form to keep ur 5. 5 inch brace height from hitting your sleeve absolutely does........ I'd rather hit my target every time comfortably at 335 then miss shooting 360
It’s 2019 no one wants speed anymore.