Bows & Crossbows

If the safety switch will not slide, your arrow nock likely did not snap onto the string. Check the nock click, confirm the carriage latched, or uncock safely.

Remove old glue without gouging carbon, set your vane angle to clear the rest, and align new vanes with the Ravin clip nock for clean, accurate flight.

Remove your arrow first, hold firm tension on the crank handle, and press the spool release to safely wind down your Ravin R10 without handle whip.

Moderate-speed designs like the R10 put far less stress on limbs and cables than ultra-fast setups. See why lower tension prevents costly hunting failures.

Zero the top crosshair at 20 yards using the dials, then set the scope speed ring at 50 yards to match arrow drop without throwing off your close-range shots.

The vertical-limb R18 is the smallest model at under 5 inches wide, while the R29X leads traditional horizontal setups for cramped hunting blinds.

Ravin strings last up to 200 shots or two years, even in storage. Spot dangerous fraying or separated wrap threads early to prevent a sudden snap under tension.

Unscrew the side brightness cap, place a fresh CR2032 battery positive side out, and protect the rubber seal to light your crosshairs without losing zero.

Push-button electric cocking and extreme speed offer peak performance, but extra weight and freezing weather decide whether top-tier design fits your hunt.

All models share the same floating arrow system, but Pro packages shoot tighter groups downrange thanks to upgraded scopes and levels that prevent bow tilt.

Ravin crossbows are not defective, but extreme power makes simple errors severe. Proper arrow clicks and keeping fingers below safety wings prevent injury.

Match bow size to blind space, weigh cocking effort against shoulder strain, and balance arrow speed with string wear to pick the right setup for your hunt.

A Ravin pays off for tight ground blinds and easy cocking, but custom arrow costs and dealer restringing mean casual hunters should skip the steep upgrade.

Top models reach 470 feet per second, but heavy hunting arrows reduce speed. High velocity hits hard, though it increases string wear and target damage.

Tilting your Ravin throws arrows off target. Move your bubble level forward or use a rail mount to keep it in view without lifting your cheek off the stock.

The R10 stands out for light 12-pound hand cranking, steady aiming, and safe uncocking that spares your shoulders when unloading in a tight tree stand.

Modern hunting crossbows reach 460 to 500 FPS, but heavier arrows reduce speed. Balance flatter flight against extra noise, string wear, and cocking strain.

Changing Ravin crossbow strings requires a specialized press to prevent slips. Follow safe steps to compress limbs, route cables, and set cam timing properly.

Crossbows with built-in cranks take the least physical effort, turning heavy string tension into a smooth handle turn to prevent shoulder and back strain.

Ultra-narrow frames and safe crank decocking justify the steep cost in tight blinds, but standard bows work just as well for timber shots inside 35 yards.