Relayer Y25 is bringing me back!

Northern · Post by **Northern** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:03 pm

Hello Gentleman, I’m sure it’s been several years since I last visited here, but a quick look around shows me that a lot of the long timers are still here!

For no particular reason I brought up the Excalibur web page a couple days ago and WOW, the new Relayer Y25!! I quickly read down the page, limited edition, was I two late? A phone call later and I had one secured, then I informed a buddy about it and he ordered one also.

Can’t wait to get it!

So a question or 2 for those in the know,

I’ve ordered a doz of the new Excalibur/Easton bolts. What weight will the shafts be? I’ve been assured that they are far superior to the Gold tips of years ago, any comments?

The new Lumi-zone scope will grace my new bow, anyone using one, I have a vari-zone on my Vixen, great scope!

Any others have a Relayer Y25 on order?

Good to be back,

Darrin
Ft McMurray
Alberta

Grizzly Adam · Post by **Grizzly Adam** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:42 pm

Welcome back, Darrin!

I'm sure someone has some of the new bolts and can tell you about them.

Lots of Lumi-zones out there ... same thing goes.

Yes, I've read of others who are "expecting" a new arrival in the family!

ComfyBear · Post by **ComfyBear** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:44 pm

The Relayer Y25 is an Exocet 200 with a wooden stock. The Easton Firebolts weigh more than the GoldTip Laser II, stronger and a lot better. The Lumizone, has the same Varizone sightings features (10 20 30 40 50 yds), but improves on light gathering qualities (40mm objective lens) and with its illuminated crosshairs is great in dawn and dusk situations.

Hope that helps.

BigBear · Post by **BigBear** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 5:51 pm

I believe the firebolts weigh 380grs. with a 100gr tip...hope this helps.

dick195252 · Post by **dick195252** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 8:17 am

Hello and Welcome back

I own a Lumizone and just love it only scope i would own for my Exocet 200

I upgraded from a Verizone I love it for the low light ability of the scope, I am sure you will love it

Woody Williams · Post by **Woody Williams** » Sat Mar 29, 2008 8:51 am

Look what the cat drug in!

HI Darrin!!

Glad to see you back on here.

Have you been knocking down any of those big old Alberta bucks?

I was up in Alberta last fall on a pretend "moose hunt". Post rut crossbw hunt chasing a depleted population (winter kill) of moose. 10 days of hunting and only about a dozen moose spotted. I did sneak up on a 2 year old to about 70 yards before he spooked.

Let's hear about some of your hunting adventures since you last posted. Pictures too....

WW

Northern · Post by **Northern** » Sun Mar 30, 2008 10:27 am

Hey Woody, good to hear from you! Where about were you hunting moose? I know some areas have been crap for moose hunting the last few years. McMurray ( my stomping grounds) is one of them. Wolfs, bears, ticks have all taken there toll. I’ve managed to still keep my freezer full, but just barely.

I’m still chasseing the elusive B/C buck, I have had lots of fun taking out my nephews and friends. Took my first elk 2 seasons ago. Real special hunt with my Father in-law. Great time, great memories.

Probably the best thing I was up too lately is we went to Africa last year! I’ve dreamed of Africa for so long, it finally became realty and it was every thing I dreamed of. In fact, I enjoyed it so much that I’ve booked another trip for next year. Can’t wait!

The new Relayer and a buddy who wants to get into crossbows, has renewed my interest in the sport. I can’t wait till it gets here, sure looks sweet from the pictures.

Darrin

Woody Williams · Post by **Woody Williams** » Sun Mar 30, 2008 12:58 pm

I was hunting close to Valleyview. It was with Red Willow Outfitters.

This was archery (crossbow) post rut. Bulls would very seldom even answer much less come take a look see at the bellowing "cow". The guide said it would be a miracle if we stumbled up on one and got off a shot at it. Basically we needed to see it before it saw us, the wind have to right and stayed right, and the moose was coming our way. Sort of Jupitor aligning with Mars type of thing.

We did do a belly crawl trying to close the gap on a young bull before he spotted the three of us. It was tough enough for one person to put a stalk on one with having a guide and a video camera man along too. We had him ranged at 72 yards, but could not get any closer. My yardages were set at 40, 50 and 60. I could not bring myself to hold that high for a 72 yard shot - even at that big of a target.

The outfitter said that they had a winter kill of 30%. He said it was due mainly to the tick infestation.

I would love to archery hunt them in the rut.

Any movement on completely legalizing crossbows in archery season in Alberta?

It is sure good to hear from you again.

Don't be a stranger.

WW