Archery Business Jan-Feb 2012
Mathews January February 2012 archeryBUSINESS 79 Mathews Think helium and youve got the pronunciation and the concept of the new Heli M at 35 pounds this is one super light bow It even looks light which is one clue for how that light weight was achieved The new Geo Grid Lock Riser features squares that turn to follow the contours of the riser to achieve some weight savings The harmonic dampers are approximately one third the weight of those used previously as is the new reverse assist roller guide A few items such as an attachment to hold a quiver are available as add ons saving weight for bowhunters who choose not to use a bow mounted quiver Despite a forgiving brace height of 7 inches the new Heli M Cams generate impressive speeds of 332 fps IBO and with the same smooth draw cycle Mathews fans have come to expect Draw lengths run from 26 to 30 inches in half inch increments and the Heli M has a compact 30 inch axle to axle length and Mathews standard 80 percent letoff An unusual feature fea is a maximum draw weight option of 65 pounds in addition ture to the more common weights of 40 50 60 and 70 pounds Since compound bows function most ef ciently at or near their peak draw weight the 65 pound option lets a lot of hunters who shoot in the low to mid 60s range get peak performance from their bow A nicely polished walnut grip adds more class to the Heli M which carries a suggested retail price just shy of 960 MATHEWS Heli M
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