Top 4

[eros]

So how long do you think it will take for Elite to break into the 4 spot behind the big 3 bow makers.

[seejakerun]

IMO there already there and have been for some time now. and whos to consider exactly what the top 3 are , is it top in sales, advertising or the bow itself?

[nicko]

A while. A looooong while. The big 3 (whoever they are and I assume them to be Mathews, Hoyt, and PSE) got there by longevity, exposure, and sheer volume. I'd say they are still well behind Bowtech, Even other companies like Bear and Martin as far as volume and exposure goes because those companies are big box store companies and Elite is proshop and authorized dealer only. As good as the Elite product is, I'm sure there are many people who have never heard of Elite archery or seen and Elite bow.

[shootstraight]

Hmm, big three, you mean Strother, Newbreed and Obsession? I think Elite is pretty close already...

[bgriff008]

Id say the most common bows found most anywhere are Mathews, Hoyt, PSE, Martin, Bear and Bowtech. I see them in more stores, more magazines and in more proshops than any other bow companies. The first time I ever saw an Elite bow, was on Wall Hanger TV. And the only place I have ever seen an Elite bow sold, was at Scheels Sporting Goods.

I mean there are a ton of brands of bows out there, but the ones I listed above are probably the easiest brands to find anywhere. Everywhere I go, I see them.

[Don Beaver]

Gonna be real hard to unseat the Big 4 in terms of volume, but I think they're already there, in terms of quality... and I think the crew at Elite is ok with that. They'll keep building bows that rival the best of the best and let the chips fall where they may. Eventually they'll become a household name. The product speaks for itself and stuff like that doesn't remain a secret.

[Aaron/VA]

I've never been brand biased, I've owned Bear, Bowtech, Hoyt, and now Elite. I can honestly say Elite is my favorite so far. I really like how these bows feel in the hand. My hoyt held great too, Loved the 180 grip on that bow, and my Bowtech Ally would shoot the lights out... But my pulse does both... at speeds that make you smile. Elite has the nicest fit and finish I've ever seen on any bow. Customer service/warranty is second to none. They're number 1 in my book right now for all around greatness of a bow.

[eros]

Hmm, big three, you mean Strother, Newbreed and Obsession? I think Elite is pretty close already...

You forgot Newberry

[Z-Rider]

IMO there already there and have been for some time now. and whos to consider exactly what the top 3 are , is it top in sales, advertising or the bow itself?

I agree! They have the best quality of any of the top bow makers, and customer service speaks volumes as far as I am concerned...

[thumper]

It's possible if they flood the market with advertising . Won't happen , but to me there