![]() ![]() The Realtree Edge camo on the riser of the test bow really popped. Elite bows might take fit and finish to another level, though. And frankly, since we test mostly (though not exclusively) flagship bows, the fit and finish is almost always excellent. Generally this segment of the report ends with some references to fit and finish, and sometimes general appearance. Every bow maker claims ergonomic grips, but this grip - at least for my hands - is as comfortable as any I’ve encountered. Finally, the grip is a narrow, slick sideplate-style grip. Letoff is typically set at 90 percent from the factory, adjustable down to 75 percent, though this adjustment will affect draw length slightly. ![]() These cams feature limb stops which come to rest against a tongue on the underside of the top and bottom split limbs to achieve Elite’s famously rigid back wall. Fine-tuning is achieved with Elite’s Linear Tunable Roller on the cable guard system, which essentially enables shooters to adjust for fletching clearance as well as move the cables in or out slightly to tweak for right or left tears. The cams are Elite’s Two Track Cam System, a modular system that is not yoked. A threaded opening on the back of the riser opposite and well below the stabilizer allows for adding stabilizers or weights to perfect balance. The risers feature two sets of sight mounting holes to accommodate different sights or individual shooting forms, as well as openings to accommodate various accessories. Less inclined to cant, more forgiving, and some would insist steadier at full draw, they tend to be a little quieter and more dead in the hand (again, all else being equal).Įlite’s double-cage riser is by now familiar to most bowhunters and the risers on all the Ritual series bows are similar, with only slight differences in the cutouts - attributable mostly to the differences in length. Want to extend your range? You’ll find it easier with a longer bow. There is a reason, after all, target shooters prefer them. But though you might hear it less often, there is something to be said for longer bows, as well. They’re maneuverable in a treestand, easier to draw in a ground blind, and nimble on a spot-and-stalk that might require running, crawling, or shooting from awkward positions. There is a lot to be said for compact bows. Whether it is defying the trend toward more compact bows, or even reflecting a turnaround in hunter preferences, only time will tell. At approximately 35-inches axle-to-axle, the Ritual 35 is relatively long for a compound hunting bow by current standards. It began with the 2018 introduction of the Ritual 33, soon followed by the Ritual 30, now rounded out with the Ritual 35. As a compliment to its durability, Pro Kote’s matte finish is bowhunter friendly absorbs light and is non-reflective, so there’s no need to worry about reflective components spooking game.With the recent introduction of the Ritual 35, Elite’s Ritual series is a trio. For 2015, every ELITE bow’s cams, modules, cable rod and limb pockets will be treated with Pro K ote™ protective finishes in a true match to our time-honored Patriot Brown or Sniper Gray components. In turn, this ultra-premium, non-reflective, matte coating provides significant benefits over industry standard metal treatments such as traditional powder coat and aluminum anodize and is designed to maintain tight tolerances, resist scratching and eliminate chips. Unlike other metal fin- ishing options, Pro Kote™ performance finish is corrosion resistant, stands up to long -term abuse, resists UV damage and will not fade or chalk even after extended use, extreme weather conditions, or prolonged UV exposure. LITE Archery’s exclusive, new Pro Kote™ protective finish is a special blend of proprietary composites, pigments, agents, and modifiers that yield a high-density, ultra- durable, extremely chip-resistant coating with anti-friction properties. ![]()
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