The reality is that most of the compound bows being produced today are light in weight, quiet at release and plenty powerful. Is it worth spending an extra $400 to $500 to take advantage of the latest in carbon fiber technology.
Obviously a lot of people say yes because the bow is popular and is still flying off the shelves. But opinion does tend to be divided, particularly with the release of the latest G3 version which doesn’t represent a significant improvement on the previous RKT.
One thing that remains constant in the compound bow industry and that is the customers who like to witness the improvements in technology. If the bow is not constantly changing the rumblings begin and that is what has happened after the release of the G3.
The fact is that the Carbon Element G3 is still a very impressive compound bow and has been packed with all of the features that you would expect from a top line bow. The IBO rating is up to 332 fps and the frame size has been reduced to 31.5 inches.
As a reminder here are the full specifications of the Hoyt Carbon Element G3.
Limbs: XTS Pro ARC
Axle-to-Axle: 31 ½”
Brace Height: 6 ¾”
Draw Weight: 30-40#, 40-50#, 50-60#, 55-65#, 60-70#, 70-80#
Mass Weight: 3.6 lbs
Draw Lengths: 24.5-26”, 26-28”, 28-30”
IBO Speed: 332 fps
The Hoyt features that have been built into the bow include the Hoyt Carbon Technology of the TEC Lite riser, Multi-Layer Lamination, XTS Pro ARC limb technology, Parallel Split Limb technology, Airshox, RKT cam & ½ system, Fuse strings, In-Line Roller Cableguard, Pro-Fit Custom Grip, X-Lite Prolock Pockets and the Perfect Balance Stabilizer System.
It’s sometimes interesting to read what other people have to say about some of the big name compound bows that are out there leading the market. One of the biggest names in the industry is the Hoyt Carbon Element G3 compound bow which has been released as one of the flagship bows for the 2013 season.
I have compiled a few of the comments and observations that have been made by the “man in the street” hunter who likes to think he knows a little about what he is talking about.
“Very nice bow. Draw was pretty smooth, a bit of a dump after peak weight that I didn't feel with the other bows (felt this in both the Hoyts) not much of a back wall at all. Felt great at release, not much hand shock but there was a bit of noise on this bow. Couldn't tell if it was the bow or if there was noise coming from the rest, but definitely something there. Ultimately, the price had me running” Taken from the IowaWhiteTail.com forum
“The G3 limbs are set wider for a more stable shot it is also shorter axle-to-axle also it is a little bit faster the limb shocks are different the pitch on the limbs are more parallel it also has a wood grip removable. I can say this after shooting it prob 200 times this bow is a good bow it will work well in the back country.”
“The cams on the G3 are the same RKT cams from last year.
The differences from '12 to '13 Element are, wider stance limbs(redesigned pockets) with Air Shox and fully dipped limbs.” Taken from ArcheryTalk.com
“1. Looks like all they did was changed to dampeners
2. I was really looking for a shoot through riser
3. Looks like they also added a snow camo pattern that looks pretty cool
4. This means the price for the 2012 elements will stay about the same since there were no major changes
5. Hoyt is still a great manufacturer but it looks like I'm going to hold off on the element Can't wait to get my hands on the new bear motive 6!!!!
Don't wanna start a big debate but again these are just my opinions” Taken from the TexasBowHunter.com forum.
So as we can see, opinion appears to be fairly lukewarm on the progress of the Carbon Element. Hoyt will continue to tinker with the basic design and there could very well be a major departure in the construction in the offing. The man in the street consumer is hoping that next improvement is just around the corner.
For some information on the flagship 2013 compound bow in the range, visit our page devoted to the Spyder 30.
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