I used the journeyman or eclipse for 15 years. Switched to the woodsman for 2 years, didn’t have the confidence I had with the eclipse so I went back last year and I’m sticking with it. They work and they are well built and tough.
No good elk comes cheap. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Fred Eichler (full draw outfitters). He is a class act and runs a good operation. I’ve hunted with him as well as a number of my friends. Don’t forget to get in shape.
I’ve been at this a long time (since the mid 70s) The percentage of trad to compound has been the same (approx) since the mid 90s. You would think the numbers are increasing but we seem to loose as many as we gain. It’s about 10% nationwide with some areas very strong and others very weak. You will see some small areas with lots of traditional shooters due to either a strong trad shop or a club with a solid traditional foundation. As a whole though we are 10% and I don’t see much change from that. It takes a certain “personality” to make the decision to do everything the hard way.
Not that uncommon if the twist was moderate. The limb will naturally try and go back to it’s original shape. if it happens again twist it back cold. Better to not use any heat. Only as a last resort.
