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The bike industry is like the hot potato game. Nobody wants to be the one caught holding the potato. The industry is set up the way it is because bike manufacturers want turn over as soon as possible to show profit for their shareholders. If they changed the industry to having distribution centers all over they would be the ones holding the bikes that aren’t selling. They would rather it be the small guy who gets stuck with last year’s bike while the big players release the hot new model that everyone wants. This would make sense if the costs that shops are paying for these fully built bikes was substantially less than what they retail for but from what I understand it is not. So the big guys are making big profit by selling the retailers their products (no take backs). Making retailers place huge orders in order to get their business. And then coming out with a new model months later making what you have in stock a less desirable item and on top of that many of the big brands also sell direct to consumers at the same time. Your idea would be great for the small retailers but I don’t see the big players changing the rules of the game to help the little guy out. With all that said I also see it as the small retailers fault for agreeing to place these huge orders and overpaying most likely for the bikes they have in stock. The industry is moving to direct to consumer. Shops need to refuse to work with these brands if they want to see a change that benefits them. Good vid, came across a comment of yours on another video then clicked on your profile.

does anyone know if the "comfort fit insole" that comes standard with the Drako and the Tiger are machine washable?

I've been shooting a rx5 w/ 70# limbs @ 72#draw weight since it came out. We're married, its still almost as quick as the new ones, and it looks way cooler. It's a strait MFing nail driver. I rock a 8" backbar and the stubby attached to the hoyt legstand, & a quiver. I pack 3 arrows. Hunt quiver on. Perfect balance. Whitetail/turkey, most whitetail for me is 30yards and in. Turkey i get more open shots at and go longer distance. 410g 280fps 28"draw. Iron will wide vented broadheads. I plan to hunt with it for decades.

p.s. I just sent an email to Sidi customer service in Italy. If you'd like, I can report back on their customer service regarding these issues.

Hey Bruce, I have generally been very pleased with my DRAKO purchase with a couple exceptions. First, the SOFT INSTEP CLOSURE SYSTEM clasp does not hold the straps snugly in place and will periodically loosen while pedaling or walking (on both right and left shoes). The plastic ‘slot’ on the outside of the shoe that the curved strap passes through does not adequately hold the EVA pad in place. I had to trim the length of the straps on the inside of my shoes because they were hitting against my crank arms quite often. In addition, TECNO-3 PUSH dial/buckle on the outside of the left shoe is very difficult to turn, requiring significant turning force to tighten.

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Would you recommend these if you have slightly wider feet?

Bruce, I've been very happy with the Drako, but like you, I may have been a bit happier with the Tiger. Anyway, I have recently developed a very annoying squeaking/creaking sound that eminates from where the red lug sole rests against my XTR SPD pedal. Have you experienced anything similar and can you recommend a solution or an alternative pedal? Thx.

was this 1st Wave, because our race was WAY muddier for the 2nd Wave.

these shoes have a wider toebox, do you feel a difference compared to the old type? the old type recon fits me well, because I have narrow feet.

Bows junk just broke in middle of handle

Love the idea of keeping snacks in the SWAT storage. Enjoyed the vid!

Did you went with the same size as your older Recon or did you need a different size? I’m looking to upgrade and also have the classic Recons.

Final question - some have commented there’s no rubber protection on the Drako sole between the cleat and the heel, as opposed to the Specialized S-Works Recon. And, should you become unclipped on a descent or miss a pedal, the exposed carbon is “like ice”, making it difficult to engage and stay in control. Have you experienced this and, if so, have you done anything to address it, such as applying a rubberized adhesive or tape to bottom of the sole?

DRAKO update - I finally installed some SPD cleats on to my DRAKO 2 shoes and went for a short ride. Not only were the shoes EXTREMELY comfortable, but I’ve never felt SO CONNECTED to my pedals. Felt as though every ounce of energy went directly into moving my rear tire. Amazing. My only regret is that I waited so long to graduate from my old Sidi Dominators!

Bruce, did you also find that the toebox area/uppers stretched a little bit over time on the Drakos? The toe-box area of my new shoes are a little tight. I've been using Sidi Dominators for 20 years(!) and the uppers did stretch, but made of leather I believe. The Dominators only needed to be replaced because the soles are so badly worn on the outsides of the soles from walking a little bit on every ride over 20 years. Makes me walk like an bowlegged cowboy whenever I wear them

Just picked up a new pair of the Sidi Drako 2 SRS. Fit is great, HOWEVER, the top of the tongue is rather stiff and presses against the front of my ankle joint. I was wondering if you also noticed the same thing and if the tongue eventually becomes more pliable over time. I decided to put a small clamp over each tongue folding them away from the ankle joint (toward the toes) to see if that might relieve some pressure. I'm concerned that I won't be able to wear these shoes without substantial discomfort. Any feedback or input would be appreciated

Buy a Mathews and get that smooth draw and fast speed. Catch Us If You Can.

How heavy was that last arrow and what is the draw length?

Ok so I’m trying to figure out if tx5 will fit me im 6’2 shoot 70lbs and 29.5 DL. I hunt stands blinds and spot and stock don’t mine 5 in brace height but will I have issues with bulky hunting clothes getting hit now I have sleeve Slap guard that comes on my heavy jacket can someone give me input thank you

Great review, thanks for sharing your experience with these shoes!💪🏻🚴‍♂️

If you're not using that drako 2, can I possibly buy it

I just got one of these but it's the Martin Carbon Fury. Picked it up at a pawn shop for $40. Came complete with trophy ridge accessories. However the draw weight is too much for me I'm sure it said it's 70 lb. How do I scale it back like say 55? I haven't found anything on the internet that helps me. My local pro shops are dicks because they don't handle Martin.

Amazing the an $800 bow is considered a budget bow. Lol

Get you an ultraview3 target scope kit!

"This cam seemed a little more aggressive than the solution . I think they are trying to pull more performance since it's a shorter draw cam." Uh, yeah. That's the idea, bud.

I love that tshirt, what is that? Great review too, thanks!

Should have tested 350 grain arrow

Just bought a carbon fury, but can't find any reviews on it whatsoever.

How does it seem to compare to the Revolt X?

You and I have the same draw. I’m looking at short ATA bows (Triax, TX-5, VXR, or V3). Out of the Mathews line up that you have shot, which seemed more efficient? The TX-5 has crazy numbers but the brace height scares me. I shoot somewhere around 520 grains.

My Solution SS on performance at 72lbs and a 27.5" draw with a 454gr arrow shoots 274 fps. Looks like the Solution SD has some serious performance in the cams. What a great line up!!

I'm shooting the Mxr,25 draw and about 60 pounds. Would the Tx5 be a good upgrade?

That it’s normal Most of the speedy bows are jumpy but this Bowtech Solution it’s less aggressive of others bows. If you shoot the Bowtech SS model the draw cycle it’s completely smooth it’s not speedy bow.

Great job thanks for taking the time

My 70lb SS just arrived at the bow shop today, can’t wait to get my hands on it!

Nice Bow 🏹 👍

Can’t wait to get my v3 27 setup!

Disliking because bowtech made me wait 18 weeks on an order to say they messed up. No offer of compensation for my time. Bull to wait 18 weeks to be let down after paying for half of it. Had I known sooner could have got something else. 18 weeks to find out a mistake is just wrong.

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Literally just paid $962 for this bow today with a site and stabilizer and quiver. When In the hell did an almost thousand dollar bow set up become “budget”.

18-31 guys Do research before you do a video

You could complain about the price!!

I've hunted with the TX-5 for the last two years. It's not a forgiving bow. All your stars better be aligned when you send it. Lol. I came from a 28" ATA bow (Z7 Xtreme) so it wasn't a big adjustment for me, except for the brace height difference. I run a five pin Black Gold sight with tape out to 100 yards for my 3D's in my field, effectively on point at that. I have kicked around the idea of going to a longer ATA, but I just find it difficult to part with this short fella right now. 😁

I just want mathews to get in on the user tunable game simular to bowtec with good strings was disappointed when they didn't

I sold my RPM360 and have my eye on the Solution and the Mathews V3, my bowshop called today and said they got some SR6 models in. I'm not familiar with the SR6, so now I'm doing my research before I head over to the shop. Thoughts on the two now that you've been shooting the both.

I bought one earlier this year. Loved the tuning and it was certainly accurate, just as good as my SR6. But at the end of the first month, I had a limb crack. Bowtech had new limbs for it delivered in about 2 weeks. After that though I couldn’t trust it. It was bought to be a new primary bow going west and the SR6 being a backup. Loved the grip, felt very familiar to shoot, just couldn’t regain that trust for what It’ll be used for. Ended up trading for a different bow. I would just caution you to inspect it periodically when you’re shooting.

$700 bucks is budget? Damn...

I bought Sidi Tiger same color and love them. (Not the Tiger 2).

The bow sounds awesome, but.... Don't do a review and ask a thousand questions to the guy behind you makes you sound like you Don't know Jack squat!