Bear Archery Cruzer G2/G3 Compound Bow Package

Cruzer G2 RealTree Edge (camo), From Amazon.2 weeks reviewI have not experienced any of the issues mentioned in some of the other reviews.Review in sections, but first off I recommend the bow I got. - very pleased / impressed with the bow so far.I gave accuracy and stability 4 stars so far, bc I assume they are not perfect? I will adjust as I use it.I am just getting back into bow shooting after many years, so I would say I’m a beginner.BUYING TIPI noticed the different models/colors are from different sellers. (only seen in checkout) This maybe why some people have had various issues with the bow they got. That's not assuming they are just normal variations in quality and packaging. And I would not suggest setting something to its Max anyway. Esp not right away. FYI.I chose the RealTree Edge /camo because it was $100 cheaper (at the time) and sold by Amazon. But issues were reported for this model also, just figured it would be easier to return if needed.THE BOWI did take time to examine the bow and string very carefully when I got it. Looked good to me. No fraying of the string or weakness to the arms.It’s very small and light. This is normal now, but my last bow was as tall as I am and much heavier.I was very happy to pick it up and feel how light and well sized it was.It came set at 26” and 70lbs. No way could I draw that so I was planning on dropping it down any way. So I just needed to loosen the limb bolt. I did 6 360 degree turns (2 at a time), that I think took it down to 30ish lbs. This is great for a beginner.SHOOTINGI’ve had it out shooting about 5/6 times now. Adding the number of arrows I shoot, and being able to hold the bow longer.I’m shooting at a random distance in my yard. Probably started at almost 40 yards I would say. Then I moved up, then up again to 26. The yard just nice there. I should move to 20 to get a standard distance now.At first it was shooting to the left and high. I would say it was me and I was about to move the sight, then I noticed the bubble level on the sight. So I started to use it. Then my shots started to hit the main body of the target. It was a little more sporadic, but I got my fist time not missing the target or losing an arrow. Now just practice.I was going to watch some videos on how to shoot, but just took it out and started shooting again.I found the peep sight after a few arrows and that is amazing. So don’t forget to use it if you are also a beginner.Checked the string today, still no issues with it or the arms.ACCESSORIESIt looks like they are including the knock loop as one of the 6 accessories. – seems standard to me..Other accessories- sight, arrow rest /whisker biscuit , stabilizer w/ wrist sling, arrow quiver, and peep sight.A Bow release or arm protection are NOT included.I got the suggested bow release and 12 arrows + an arm protector. I since have taken off the arm protector, seems it is not needed.The quiver is very hard plastic, and I can’t get the arrows into it. I won’t worry about that now, but will probably be buying a different one if I want to use one.Make sure you look in the box well – hidden compartment with the stabilizer.

Great starter bow. I’ll probably keep mine forever.

Works amazingly but I wish I would have looked at the measurements better as it is a bit smaller then I anticipated, but that is my fault not the manufacturer so it is an amazing bow and I'm enjoying it very much. Will eventually buy myself a bigger one and give this one to my niece who want to shoot eventually.

First off, let me say I know next to nothing about archery. Last time I even shot a bow was in middle school some 35+ years ago. I'm a lifelong rifle hunter & wanted to get started in bow hunting this year.My buddy brought over his older Matthews bow & let me take a couple shots ... his bow is set to way too long of draw length for me, and way too heavy draw weight. Not to mention his bow is super heavy, and there's no way to adjust anything on it without bringing it into a dealer or replace parts, etc. I started thinking maybe this sport isn't for me, too many factors, I don't have an archery shop anywhere within 50mi from me, etc. etc.So I started looking around on Amazon, came across Bear Archery bows, and did some research. The fully adjustable draw length & draw weight interested me the most... but then I thought maybe it's just a gimmicky type thing 'cuz I'm sure my buddy spend hundreds just having his bow tuned for him. I didn't want to spend much (<$500) ... Figured what the heck I'll try this thing, and if it turns out to be a toy, well, it'll just be a toy for the kids to use plinking around or what not.Pulled the trigger on the Cruzer G2, and I can tell you this is certainly no toy! I told my other friend I bought a bow online from Amazon after reading some reviews. He's like, cool, what brand did you get? I said it's a Bear Archery one. He says, OH, you got a BEAR??? Dude whatever you got it'll be great, those are like the best bows made! I said really? Cool! Can't wait to get it and check it out.Received package today, spent about an hour reading the instructions, adjusted to what I think my draw length should be (27.5") ... they included different cams for 1" and 1/2" adjustments. The adjustable feature alone has me totally confident I'll be able to dial in this bow to my zone. *Only thing is they included an allen wrench for the draw weight adjustment, but not one for the draw length / cams. No biggy I have a ton of them, but would've been nice to have it right there in the package too.I haven't even shot it yet, but I can say I was totally impressed with the packaging, the included accessories, the quality control sheets, etc. etc. Rare to see anymore nowadays so kudos to Bear Archery for that alone. Even got a free ball cap in the package... pretty impressive! I'm confident this will be a great bow for me as a beginner! I can adjust it right here at home, ... for me, my girlfriend, my nephew, etc. who I want to get into the sport as well. I can see a lot of fun coming getting into this sport!Will update my review after I've actually shot it and practiced with it, but honestly after looking at the specs of my buddy's Matthews bow at like twice the weight and size of this bow ... I'm sure I'll be able to keep up with him and have just as much fun without lugging around a monster heavy bow. Totally confident this bow will be great for target practicing as well as taking deer or other big game.Only thing I ordered aside from the bow was a trigger release and some broadheads. Going to try my buddy's arrows for now and then dial in what arrow length, weight, etc. works best for me, then order a case for it.Overall, just wow'd by the whole package already! 5-stars for that alone. I imagine 6-stars when I get my first deer with it! :)

I’ve had the bow for about a month already after finally getting my drawing set to a comfortable position, the bow feels great in the hand easy to draw back! I have my draw length set at 24 1/2 and my draw weight right now sit at 57 pounds and it will go all the way to 70! Plan on taking it hunting next fall!

I'm unsure of what happened but when i finally got the chance to shoot this bow for the first time (which is past the return time frame) and it exploded on me. Pulled back just like with any other bow and the next thing I knew the string snapped me in the face then went flying, and my arrow was on the ground, just glad no one was standing anywhere near me and feel lucky because my face hurt for a few days afterwards. Turns out the knobs that hold the string onto the cams broke off on both sides, This isn't my first bow but I feel like I got burned and won't be buying a bear again or even the cams and string to fix the one I have.