The new Bear Redeem has many similarities to the company's Persist model, but with the monumental advancement of the new tunable limb pocket, the new EKO 2 Cam, and a redesigned riser.
Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal said, "This is one of the most stable bows in its axle-to-axle length class. Even in the wind, it held like a champ, and steadiness is an attribute that directly impacts accuracy, especially for bowhunters under the influence of adrenaline. Speaking of accuracy, achieving golf ball-sized groups at 40 yards was nearly effortless for me."
For more of McDougal’s impressions, check out his detailed 5-minute YouTube video below.
Test Bow Specs
- Axle-to-Axle Length: 30 inches
- Brace Height: 6.25 inches
- Draw Length: 28 inches
- Draw Weight: 71.5 pounds
- Let-off: 80-85% (tested at 80%)
- Bow-only Weight: 4.89 pounds
- Accessorized Total Weight: 5.8 pounds (including sight and rest)
- Velocity: 275 fps (with 468-grain Easton 6.5mm Acu-Carbon 340 arrow); 278 fps (with 456-grain CX Maxima Triad 350 arrow); 281 fps (with 441-grain Victory VAP SS 350 arrow); 299 fps (with 388-grain CX Predator 350 arrow)
- Kinetic Energy: 78.61 foot-pounds (Easton); 78.27 foot-pounds (CX); 77.34 foot-pounds (Victory); 77.04 foot-pounds (CX Predator)
- Test-Bow Finish: Olive
- MSRP: $1,299.99
- Contact: beararchery.com
Additional Notes: The Bear Redeem was set up using a Last Chance Archery EZ Green Bow Press and EZ Green Bow Vise, and the draw weight was calculated using Last Chance Archery’s Digital Bow Scale. A Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph measured the arrow velocities. Other products used were Easton’s Nock and D-Loop Pliers and Pro Hex Fold-Up Allen Set. Arrows were weighed on Last Chance Archery’s Pro Grain Scale.
