Avalanche Anaconda Recurve Crossbow Kit - 175lbs Draw Weight | Arrow Speeds Up to 245 FPS | Black Composite Stock | Red Dot Scope | Picatinny Rail Mount | Cross Bow for Hunters | 18.5” Power Stroke

The instructions for assembly were a bit hard to understand but I got it done by myself in under an hour. I used blue locktight on screws to keep them from coming lose in the field. It is probably right at the 175 pound draw it claims, and I recommend using the included rope cocking device to tighten the included stringer. It’s lightweight and easy to handle. Center the open sights when assembling to the middle position in case you ever need them in the field (mine were way off center from the factory). Not the best, but good quality for the price- this was my third crossbow from expensive to cheap and this is as about as good as the much more expensive one. I like the recurve because it can be easily restrung in the field if needed.

I enjoy the heck out of this bow. Simple to put together and once you dial ted dot in, it’s pretty dame accurate.Ive purchased 3. My oldest daughter and my brother. They love it. I myself have a couple larger ones but liking this the best. Great quality!!! Broad tip will drive through a 1/2 sheet of plywood at about 60 feet. Cant go wrong!!!! Delivered on time and pacaged extremly well.Thank you

The reviews I read were correct. The instructions suck!! I’m very mechanically inclined, so I got the frame put together okay but had to watch YouTube videos for stringing. And there are NO instructions for using the cocking rope. Did basic sighting in with aluminum bolts and field tops (included), carbon fiber bolts and broad heads on the way.

Very sturdy the images in the assembly instructions could be in better quality but they have a link to watch a video for assembly. You should buy rail lube if you don't already have some as it will keep the serving from becoming frayed and undone. The string that came with it was very lightly waxed that after 2 shots fibers could be seen from the string. So you will want to lube the rail (with rail lube not string wax) and wax the string before first use. It is very comfortable and the sling has a couple of placement options as does the quiver. Great for for a recurve crossbow. I wanted a recurve crossbow as it required much less tuning and maintenance than compound crossbows. While Compound crossbows might outperform this, in the event of a part failure recurve is easier and can easily be repaired in the field with just an extra string and restring tool. Compound bows require a compound bow press, string press, and require to be re-timed/retuned and balanced. For a dependable crossbow this is great for the money in simplicity, power, and accuracy.

I can see why some people might find the instructions a little frustrating. It was however easy to put together and string. I have only shot it one time but that was right out of the box at 90 yards with just the front sights no scope. I hit the target in the center and drove the bolt and field tip so far in that I had to dig it out. Massive damage and great range. I can only imagine how well this bow will perform once I sight in one of the scopes I have for it. The only complaint that I have is that the quiver does not quite fit right. Maybe it is just me. Oh well very high quality for the price.

A steel part arrived broken. A plastic piece for the bow was missing. I took a look at the assembly instructions to see if I could find a way to assemble it without the metal foot holder that came broken and noticed the instructions are not easy at all to understand. Totally missing the list of items with picture and name which is essential to understand what is what. Very dissatisfied

Have spent an inordinate amount of time attempting to assemble and affix the scope. Directions are INADEQUATE. the 1 minute video does not offer assembly directions.

This is a very sturdy weapon and not a toy. The assembly instructions could be better for a beginner like me but I was able to get it together easily once I watched a 6 minute you tube video. I have not shot it yet but it looks to be everything I expected and then some. It would be nice if they included a crossbow basics/safety sheet with it, I got this info from that 6 minute video I searched for and found. Overall I am very happy with this purchase.