The Ravin R470 was an impressive all-around performer in our 2025 F&S crossbow test, and if you’re looking for maximum performance in an ultra-compact and handy hunting package, this may well be the ...

Buying a new crossbow can be a daunting challenge, especially if it’s your first one. by Bob Humphrey Buying a new crossbow can be a daunting challenge, especially if it's your first one. There's ...

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Like many other crossbow brands, the Centerpoint AT400 is affordable and simple, making it popular with first-time crossbow deer hunters. Submitted photo The big-game hunter hype all over New York ...

In years past, crossbow manufacturers focused on increasing bolt speed while minimizing costs. Though speed is still a focal point for new crossbows, a few other trends emerged in 2025. Improved ...

I’ve tested dozens of crossbows over the last four years — including the fastest, most compact, and most expensive on the market. But, what impresses me the most is a crossbow that’s accurate, has ...

Since 2009, crossbows have become quite popular with Michigan deer hunters due to their handling characteristics, which are very similar to a rifle. I noticed this right at the get-go the first time I ...

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MINNEAPOLIS — The increased freedom to use crossbows to hunt deer is drawing more people into the sport in Minnesota, particularly youth hunters, according to the Department of Natural Resources.