Crossbows
Most people that are familiar with crossbows have heard of the name TenPoint. I’m not asking, I’m stating a fact, TenPoint has earned their place in the crossbow community. In today’s blog we’re going to chat about a couple of their offerings, a low end option to a higher end option. On the lower price spectrum the TenPoint Wicked Ridge Raider CLS Accudraw carries the prized name and quality at what may be a more attainable price for some. Here’s what it has to offer.
TenPoint Wicked Ridge Raider CLS Accudraw
- TenPoint equips this one with an injection molded composite stock with cut outs that reduce the overall weight as well as adding strength to the crossbow. That doesn’t mean you should do a hammer or drill test on it, though it is your choice.
- Total Weight is 7 lbs, Overall length is 38”, Axle to Axle Width 20 ½”.
- It has an Acra-Angle barrel assembly with D-75 string and cables.
- ACU-52 Integrated, Self-Retracting Rope-Cocking System.
- The included TenPoint 3x Multi-Line Scope gets you set and ready for accuracy.
- The accessories included are a Wicked Ridge Instant-Detach quiver for the 3 Wicked Ridge Aluminum Arrows with 100-grain practice point, and a Wicked Ridge Embroidered Sling.
- The peak draw weight is 180 lbs, and the max velocity is 330 FPS.
Another Option…
This is one of the lower end options with plenty to offer for any shooting situation. Let’s move on to one of the higher end options like the TenPoint TRX 515 Crossbow Package. Again, notice the name TenPoint, you should be expecting more good stuff ahead! Let’s chat about what this one has to offer.
TenPoint TRX 515 Crossbow Package
- This one is equipped with a synthetic ambidextrous stock available in moss green and vectra camo. Which color pattern would you choose?
- Total weight 7.2 lbs, overall length 29”, Axle to Axle cocked 6” and uncocked 12” (In case you’re not a mathematician, that’s half the width when cocked).
- The Zero-Trac barrel is a rail-less design that reduces the weight and eliminates arrow friction.
- Including Cocking Device ACCU slide MAXX for silent and safe decocking.
- Twin-Riser Technology making it lighter and stiffer for minimal riser flex.
- TriggerTech Precision Trigger with a pull weight of 3 lbs.
- GUIDE-Lock Arrow Rest System features three points of contact for stability.
- The Reverse-draw increases the top speeds, produces a smoother, quieter shot and greater accuracy.
- It has an ergonomic ambidextrous AR-style thumb safety.
- The optic included with it is the EVO-X Marksman Elite Scope 3.0.
- The included accessories are the integrated string stop, bow hook, and 3 CenterPunch HPX Carbon Arrows and a quiver.
- The peak draw weight is 300 lbs and the max velocity is 515 FPS.
Comparable? I Don’t Think So.
Are they comparable? What do you think? There are all types of spenders out there or penny pinchers. Some want the best money can buy and regardless of the features and their use to that person, they buy it just because they must have the best! Then there are those that consider all the features and decide those are going to serve their purpose and help them to accomplish their goal the best.
Penny Pinchers Live On
On the other side of the coin, to be fair, the penny pinchers live on. The features on the higher end, no matter the benefit, won’t entice them to spend a little more money. They’re fine with the bare minimum because they’re not giving up the green! Or there are the real penny pinchers because they truly do live off of pennies. Their perspective may be…if the tool gets the job done and I have to make up the difference myself with a rope cocking device rather than a crank or taking the time to get used to a less than perfect trigger so I can make the shot count, so be it! It may be the only route I can afford.
Regardless of the crossbow you choose from TenPoint, if you do you part, it’s already been proven they will do theirs! Wouldn’t you say TenPoint is doing theirs by catering to both ends of the financial spectrum and offering great products on both sides? If you won’t say it I will!
…And the Free Spender
TenPoint has a crossbow for the penny pincher and the free spender, which one are you? More importantly, which one would you pick? Hey, really take the time and consider it, If money wasn’t an object which one would you choose?Most people that are familiar with crossbows have heard of the name TenPoint. I’m not asking, I’m stating a fact, TenPoint has earned their place in the crossbow community. In today’s blog we’re going to chat about a couple of their offerings, a low end option to a higher end option. On the lower price spectrum the TenPoint Wicked Ridge Raider CLS Accudraw carries the prized name and quality at what may be a more attainable price for some. Here’s what it has to offer.
Are They Comparable?
Are they comparable? What do you think? There are all types of spenders out there or penny pinchers. Some want the best money can buy and regardless of the features and their use to that person, they buy it just because they must have the best! Then there are those that consider all the features and decide those are going to serve their purpose and help them to accomplish their goal the best.
On the other side of the coin, to be fair, the penny pinchers live on. The features on the higher end, no matter the benefit, won’t entice them to spend a little more money. They’re fine with the bare minimum because they’re not giving up the green! Or there are the real penny pinchers because they truly do live off of pennies. Their perspective may be…if the tool gets the job done and I have to make up the difference myself with a rope cocking device rather than a crank or taking the time to get used to a less than perfect trigger so I can make the shot count, so be it! It may be the only route I can afford.
If You Won’t, I Will!
Regardless of the crossbow you choose from TenPoint, if you do you part, it’s already been proven they will do theirs! Wouldn’t you say TenPoint is doing theirs by catering to both ends of the financial spectrum and offering great products on both sides? If you won’t say it I will!
TenPoint has a crossbow for the penny pincher and the free spender, which one are you? More importantly, which one would you pick? Hey, really take the time and consider it, If money wasn’t an object which one would you choose?
—>>> The peak draw weight is 300 lbs and the max velocity is 515 FPS.
WHAAAT???!!!!
FM’s choice would be the more expensive one – the numbers behind it are quite impressive. Also, you get what you pay for, so…