they are great bows especially when you consider the price vs that of the high end equipment available today. i shot the truth awhile back before season, and i was very pleased with it. hell, one of the best bows i ever had was a whitetail II, it was a bitch getting her dialed just right, but boy she was reliable. damn that was so long ago. i don't know if they are still corporate partners or not, but jennings made a sweet one back in the day too. bear has been around for ages in archery which speaks volumes for'em, and they bring value at an affordable price.