Mohawk longbow performance ???

Rob DiStefano · February 03, 2011, 11:50:00 AM

QuoteOriginally posted by daveycrockett:
What type string comes with a New hawk,strand count, material?

fastflight (hmpe), typically 12 strands, flemish twist.

Joe Subler · February 04, 2011, 05:30:00 PM

Friend,
Just wondering if you have received Robs bow yet and have had a chance to try it out. Share with us your thoughts if you don't mind.

Thanks,
Joe

Joe Subler · February 04, 2011, 05:37:00 PM

Those of you who already shoot a Mohawk - which grip do you prefer on these bows? I see he offers a straight grip or a locator grip on his website. I know it is a personal choice but was wondering if the majority of you are choosing one style over the other.

Thanks,
Joe

Rob DiStefano · February 04, 2011, 05:42:00 PM

as to the handle/grip, vince's locator is just excellent for me - fit's my bow hand just right, locates the pressure point perfectly, narrow throat for a no-torque release.

Joe Subler · February 04, 2011, 05:58:00 PM

Thanks Rob!! I'm about to order one and am just wanting to get all my ducks in a row. Vince emailed me and said his wait time is now 10 to 12 weeks so want to get it in before his wait time gets any longer

Joe

Rob DiStefano · February 04, 2011, 06:07:00 PM

i've got 2 more on order ....

Joe Subler · February 04, 2011, 07:31:00 PM

Rob,
Did you stick with 62 inch or move to the 64 inch?

Joe

Rob DiStefano · February 04, 2011, 08:08:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Joe Subler:
Rob,
Did you stick with 62 inch or move to the 64 inch?

Joe

both - 62" and 64"

Joe Subler · February 04, 2011, 08:20:00 PM

Ahh, best of both worlds

Rob DiStefano · February 04, 2011, 08:29:00 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Joe Subler:
Ahh, best of both worlds

Friend · February 04, 2011, 09:57:00 PM

Joe Subler,

Was succesfully able to track down Magua(Rob's gem of a bow) later this afternoon. She is indeed a beauty.

I was able to run a few arrows thru her, however had an extended NASP program this afternoon and had to stay over to provide some one-on-one instruction for a couple of students.

Tomorrow, I plan to give her a good run. From the 1st few arrows today, I was grouping but consistantly hitting left ~ 10". The grip is quite comfortable and I will need to adapt to what the bow likes. Even when I quick bareshaft tuned at ten yards, the bareshaft and fletched shaft hit each other but way left. I have asked Rob to please provide a few pointers. I am accustomed to a med-low grip and applying hi pressure. The issue is me and not the bow!

She was spitting out a 666 gn ICS400 w/400 up front with authority and was a complete joy to shoot. I didn't want to test her with quite this high of an arrow. wt, but my other shafts were far too stiff. She shot the 666 gn so well I was completely suprised and did not notice that I was shooting a ~13 gpp arrow.

My opinion of performance is not a question in my mind. Can't wait to get more acquaited with her tomorrow. Now if I can just get my act together we could me a match made in heaven. The bow is a complete joy to shoot at my 28" draw, however being greedy, I may be considering the 64".

This bow has impressed me.

carpenter · February 05, 2011, 04:28:00 AM

I had one and did not care for the grip,other than that,smooth,quiet and shock free.

Friend · February 07, 2011, 07:47:00 AM

Due to Rob's continued guidance in improving my form, I am finally nearing the point that his Mohawk and I are on the same page. With a weaker spine and a little more form improvement, it is apparent that together we are a match. Magua was always on the correct page. I was not.

The Mohawk presents the prospect of having the most enjoyable complete shooting experience. No longer thinking about getting a Mohawk - I am.!

Joe Subler · February 07, 2011, 09:06:00 AM

Thanks for the info Friend and enjoy the new "hawk!!

Joe

KYArcher · February 07, 2011, 09:38:00 AM

Joe....I have the Locator grip on mine and I like it. I shoot my Hawk really well. I did a little comparison test yesterday. I was shooting the Mohawk and my Robertson Primal Styk side by side. Both 50# Hawk 62" Rob.64" 2 identical arrows from each, and both bows were hitting the same spot for me, though the grips are slightly different...KY

Lamey · February 07, 2011, 09:57:00 AM

I have a "as new" Mohawk coming my way, will hopefully get it this week and be shooting it this weekend.

I will post a review in the appropriate forum after I shoot it.

Dont have a chrono. but can get a good idea of performance in comparison to similar bows ive shot.

I am really looking fwd. to receiving this Mohawk!

Joe Subler · February 07, 2011, 04:07:00 PM

How do the actionboo limbs compare to limbs out of bamboo performancewise?

Joe

Rob DiStefano · February 07, 2011, 04:38:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Joe Subler:
How do the actionboo limbs compare to limbs out of bamboo performancewise?

Joe

i seriously doubt one could detect a difference in performance 'tween the two limb grass types.

however, they are both noticeably smoooooth on the draw ... and release.

Lamey · February 12, 2011, 10:09:00 AM

Been shooting mine for a few days, a few things ive noticed as far as performance goes-

As fast or slightly faster than other similar design bows ive shot, could be to aggressively trapped limbs?

Very spine tolerant for a "D" bow.

This is a pretty standard Mohawk, action boo core with Red Elm working limbs-

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