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2020 Hoyt Helix Turbo vs 2024 Lineup

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2.2K views 7 replies 7 participants last post by  bigebh  
#1 ·
I am comparing my current Hoyt Helix Turbo to the 2024 lineup and I'm not seeing a benefit to changing. My 2020 Helix Turbo has the yoke system that allows me to add or remove twists to correct arrow flight. This is more convenient than top hats or shims. I have 70 lb limbs backed down to 60 lbs and it is shooting a 450 grain arrow 271 FPS for 29", which is respectable. The Helix Turbo draw cycle is smooth at 60 lbs. The factory strings on my Helix Turbo are still in good shape and have stayed in spec for a long time now.

Can anyone point out a compelling reason to change? I'm just a hunter that likes to shoot in backyard in off season.

Bareshaft at 20 yards.

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#2 ·
Keep it. I have really started to think some of the older bows, all brands will perform just as well as new ones. Some new ones have easier tuning systems or neat accessories but not really a better draw cycle or easier to shoot more accurately.

Especially if you shoot it really well, I have screwed up many times selling a bow I got along with very well for something else I wanted to "try".
 
#3 ·
I think some manufacturers are making bows more difficult to tune. The split yoke system on older Hoyts made correcting fish tailing arrow flight much easier.
 
#4 ·
As someone who has been shooting the same bow since 2007, the only reason i could see to upgrade would be to access better integration via accessories
Things like front and rear Pic mounts, integrated V-Bar mounts, limb legs and tight mounting quivers would be nice to have but, but it would mean you're building an entirely new bow to take advantage of them (which in 2023 is big $$$)

I recently picked up a Helix Ultra to "upgrade" from my 07 Mathews
Only reason i bothered to upgrade is because i wanted a dedicated 3D Bow and a dedicated Hunting Bow
If it wasn't for that, I'd probably stick with my old Mathews
 
#8 ·
I was going to start looking for a 2024 bow, mainly for longer axel to axel length and more poundage (not for any good reason admittedly) and making my helix turbo my backup. I put new strings on it and can't imagine myself shooting anything else. 29" draw feels really good at 31" axel to axel and groups great. I'm not convinced the shorter riser impacts accuracy that much on the modern bows, but i haven't shot anything else. Now that the 2024 bows have been out for awhile are there any compelling reasons to find a 2024 bow? i'm thinking about just looking for another helix turbo.