Maddog prairie predator

[JakeD]

I've been looking at getting a longbow and was wondering who on here has a maddog prairie predator?  They look to be very reasonably priced for a brand new bow.  Any reviews or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks.

[Prairie Drifter]

Awsome bows. I have 9 or 10 of them. Great shooting bows. I have another on order now.

[Keb]

I've had them great bow, best bow for the money u will find hands down.

[Prairie Drifter]

He even does a takedown version



And they work real well !!

[stevem]

I received one three days ago, and have launched perhaps 15 arrows with it.  I requested a 45# bow and it is marked 46#- so pretty close.  I also requested a recurve type grip with thumb swell- this was done and fits my hand well.  The bow was noisy as heck.  I measured the brace height and it was 6".  I twisted the string and at 6 7/8" brace height the noise was much reduced.  Appearance wise, it looks pretty simple- no bells and whistles.  The limb cores are tapered.  Performance wise,the bow is a pleasure to shoot.  Speed seems substantial.  I was hitting the center of the target from the get go, so I guess you can say it looks like  a winner.  I have a Whip that is 9 pounds heavier- it looks just a little nicer and has just a little more in the finish.  I think I will like the Maddog just fine- just need to get more familiar with it.  How he can make such a good bow at the price is beyond me.

[CRM_95]

I have a Predator and a Mountaineer. Great bows. The Predator is 42@28 and the Mountaineer is 49@28. Both sweet shooters.

[JakeD]

Man, you guys are great salesmen!  I have a sneaking suspicion that I will have one ordered soon.

[Shadowhnter]

I have 2, and both my boys have two. Great shooting bows that are accurate, fast, and smooth. My one main knock against them is the finish could be better... it at least should be good enough to stay on and so far that hasnt happened. I just went ahead and refinished them all. But listen, for the low price, what do you expect? I recommend you contact Mike to see what finish he uses, and when you get it and before you do anything else, shoot 4 or 5 more coats. Its simple and easy, and then there is no worries.  A can of Varethane water based spray is cheap. I love Mike to death, he is an outstanding person and bowyer.

[Prairie Drifter]

Originally posted by Shadowhnter:
I have 2, and both my boys have two. Great shooting bows that are accurate, fast, and smooth. My one main knock against them is the finish could be better... it at least should be good enough to stay on and so far that hasnt happened. I just went ahead and refinished them all. But listen, for the low price, what do you expect? I recommend you contact Mike to see what finish he uses, and when you get it and before you do anything else, shoot 4 or 5 more coats. Its simple and easy, and then there is no worries.  A can of Varethane water based spray is cheap. I love Mike to death, he is an outstanding person and bowyer.

Huh, never had a problem w/ his finishes on the 20+ bows we have from him. I've even taken his bows overseas and never had a problem .

[JMR]

I didn't know he offered a 3 piece, that is a sweet looking bow! I checked on his website and I couldn't find it on there.

[Prairie Drifter]

Originally posted by JMR:
I didn't know he offered a 3 piece, that is a sweet looking bow! I checked on his website and I couldn't find it on there.

It's not on his site. You have to ask him about it. I have had him make me three and have another on order now.

[Rough Run]

The only custom I have ever bought was a Prarie Predator.  Made exactly as I discussed with Mike, even down to the poundage of #55@29".  Outstanding.  Mine is light, nimble and natural.  Quiet from the outset, and unbelievable zip on the 580gr arrows.  Can't say enough good about Mr. Mecredy or his work.  I'll have another on order before long.

[Shadowhnter]

Originally posted by Prairie Drifter:
 

Originally posted by Shadowhnter:
I have 2, and both my boys have two. Great shooting bows that are accurate, fast, and smooth. My one main knock against them is the finish could be better... it at least should be good enough to stay on and so far that hasnt happened. I just went ahead and refinished them all. But listen, for the low price, what do you expect? I recommend you contact Mike to see what finish he uses, and when you get it and before you do anything else, shoot 4 or 5 more coats. Its simple and easy, and then there is no worries.  A can of Varethane water based spray is cheap. I love Mike to death, he is an outstanding person and bowyer.

Huh, never had a problem w/ his finishes on the 20+ bows we have from him. I've even taken his bows overseas and never had a problem . [/b]

If you check, you'll find out he changed his finishes. I dont think its as good as the older ones. I dont think its ever been a problem until more recent years.

[jamesh76]

Originally posted by Shadowhnter:
I have 2, and both my boys have two. Great shooting bows that are accurate, fast, and smooth. My one main knock against them is the finish could be better... it at least should be good enough to stay on and so far that hasnt happened. I just went ahead and refinished them all. But listen, for the low price, what do you expect? I recommend you contact Mike to see what finish he uses, and when you get it and before you do anything else, shoot 4 or 5 more coats. Its simple and easy, and then there is no worries.  A can of Varethane water based spray is cheap. I love Mike to death, he is an outstanding person and bowyer.

great bows, great price.  Mike will make it right if you have any issues. I too have experienced issues with the finish. contacted Mike, offered fix it if I wanted. however, easier for me to throw some tru oil on it.  I would buy another. Great Bows!

[Prairie Drifter]

Got two bows from him last year. No issues with the finish. Must have been lucky

[Roadkill]

Like mine

I bought a kid one a few years back, with a green lam stripe in the riser.  super little bow.  For those fancier ones that I have seen posted, how much more do those cost?

[Longbow58]

Can't wait to shoot my friends Prairie Predator when he gets it in a few weeks.

[JakeD]

For the guys that have a prairie predator, do any of you have any in the range of 54-56 inches?  I have a 28 inch draw and was wondering if I could get one that short and still be okay as far as finger pinch, stacking, or any other issues.  I shoot a 56" pch without issues, but just wanted to be sure before I ordered a longbow.

[Prairie Drifter]

I have pp's from 50" to 54". I draw 26". You could probably get away with the 56".