My buddy had a Cruze, my wife and boys have infinite edges. Grab which every one you can get the best deal on. They're essentially identical.

 

Eather will be a good bow the only problem I run into is if the kid has the physical strength to how up the bow draw weight is not an issue with these bows. But ever since they changed to a heavier riser in the edge SB 1 it's more of an issue if you can find an infinite edge pro that is what I would let him try first to see if it will work for him.

 

I can only speak from my own experience, so take it for what it's worth. I have an infinite edge I bought for the wife and kids. One of the pros is obviously the ease of draw length adjustment without needing a press. Another is it is a fairly light rig, so holding it on target at full draw is relatively effortless. The indicators for draw weight is also a nice touch along with the amount of weight adjustment potential.

The cons, for me anyway, is the screws on the cams are sometimes a pain to get to. The cables sometimes cover them, but it's more of an annoyance than a real issue. Just move the string with one hand. It's also not the quietest bow to fire and does have a little hand shock.

All in all it's a very solid bow that I personally would not hesitate to use for target or hunting, given proper set up of course. I can't speak on the Bear as I've never owned on. Just my 2 cents, hope it helps. Good luck.

 

Thanks to all who replied.

 

My daughters - age 8 and 10 are shooting Infinite Edges. As others have said, the mass weight of the bow is light enough for them to hold and not tire out.

Both my girls are strong beans so if they can shoot them, then most kids could.

Changing draw lengths can be a pain. I’ve found that if I use a binder clip to keep the mod in place, that makes it way easier.

My only issue with these bows is that the back wall is very spongy. There’s at least an inch of give. So it makes it harder for the kids to be consistent.

Depending on your budget, you may consider a Mission Radik. It’s also light but I think the back wall is a bit harder. I just found one for a decent price and will have one if my kids give it a try.


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Diamond infinite edge for sure great bow

 

Thanks for mentioning the Mission bow. That looks like it could also be an option, and there's a dealer locally so we could go and check them out.

 

I would also check out the PSE Stinger Extreme. Very adjustable and solid back wall

 

I have the cruizer g2. I started learning in February when my local shop had a sale on them. I haven't had any issues with it so far. The back wall isn't the most solid though. I'm shooting this now at 20 yards so I don't have many complaints as a starter bow* https://i.imgur.com/3FpIKSO.jpg

 

The stinger definately has a better back wall, but it near the adjustability of the other two. The older pse vision had the same adjustability, but the same back wall as well.

 

Diamond Edge SB1 is worth a look.
7 to 70 pound pull 15 to 30 draw adjustable.
I bought one yesterday. Set it up and it shoots great.

 

I’ve shot a diamond infinite edge for 5 years now, and I think it’s a great bow. The easy draw length and weight adjustments make it good for someone to grow with.

 

Diamond Infinite Edge Pro or wait for the new Diamond Edge 320.

 

Id go with the the Bear. Bear makes good bows.

 

All of these bows are going to be similar... have them try them if they can. Maybe the way it feels in their hands will tell you immediately. And look at other brands like Mission too. You may pay a little more to get it from a pro shop, but you may also get range time or some other benefits too.