A compound bow is not something your buddies or even mine can generally have a community fun shoot and share with each other. One of the biggest reasons for this is the difference in draw lengths. We know incorrect draw length leads to incorrect anchor points, and incorrect everything else!
Expert Set Up
When you buy a new compound bow, there’s a particular setup required. And if you’re not one to follow instructions, or you just don’t want to, you’ll be heading to a bow shop to have an expert set it up. What if I told you, I know a place you can order your Bear Archery Alaskan XT compound bow online and have it set up and ready to shoot upon arrival!
I know of a certain person (yours truly) who ordered their own Alaskan XT online and utilized the Complete Bow Setup Service, a new archery service just like you would get at your local pro shop. The goal is that you answer a few questions and the bow shows up at your door ready for you, or in this case, me, and the range. Is that even possible?
If you didn’t already know, my favorite type of bow is a compound bow, and I’d rather have it set up professionally. Like most people these days, I prefer some good ol’ online shopping over the hours spent commuting to and from a brick-and-mortar. Judge me all you want, I know you’ve got an Amazon package waiting for you when you get home.
A Little Skeptical
When I was told about this service, I was all for it, but I will admit I was still a little skeptical. You would be too right? There are a few things that need to be set up to the tee! When I clicked on the service details, I was prompted to answer some questions.
When some get to the question about eye height, I could only imagine it may be a little disturbing. Maybe even a little panic, “Are you supposed to know your eye height? What does that even mean?” If that’s where you found yourself, calm down, take a breath, and look to the right where it says “See Details.” There are video tutorials on how to accomplish the perfect measurements. How thoughtful is that!
Come On, Tell Us What You Want!
I followed the steps and ordered the complete setup, as well as a few accessories. There are a few necessary extras, at least that’s what I think, (and that’s really what matters here, what I think). You may be thinking I just like to accessorize, I guess you could go with that if you want.
With the new Alaskan XT, I was expecting it and all its accessories to arrive in the Easton Workhorse bow case. With everything installed like the Trophy Ridge No Tie Tube peep, the Redline Guru rest, and the IQ Bowsights Micro 5-pin sight, I’ll be able to sling the professionally cut Bloodsport Justice arrows immediately!
That’s a lot to get excited about, but I’m The Bow Bully, do I get excited? I was! It couldn’t arrive soon enough as far as I was concerned. Is that excitement? Will the measurements I entered work? It’s seriously reminded me of a science experiment!
Getting Used to Something New
After the Alaskan XT arrived, I am extremely excited to report back to you about my experience. I won’t dial it back; this is the good stuff! Pyramyd AIR even included certificates to confirm the specs that I requested.
Even if you’ve been shooting bows for a while, there is still an adjustment period. It’s important to get used to the feel, the weight, the balance, the grip, the let off, and the sights. You and I, as well, don’t ever want an accidental fire, and the only way to do that is practice, and maybe even at close range.
I know, I know, I hear you yelling, “Did the measurements work! Does the online setup configuration accomplish its said goal? Did it arrive ready for the range and you?” With confidence, I can say, yes! I spent the afternoon at my range slinging arrows into my Morrell Yellow Jacket bag. “Welcome to the future, baby! From the World Wide Web, to the range, and then to the woods!
