Mathews DXT

The DXT from Mathews features lightweight SE4 SlimLimbs and is just 29 3/4 inches axle-to-axle. It weighs just 3 3/4 pounds. It's also faster than its predecessor at 322 fps. Other DXT features include a perimeter-weighted cam, parallel limbs, Harmonic Dampers, String Suppressors, a roller guard and the SphereLock Pivoting Limb Cup system. Contact Mathews at (608) 269-2728 or www.mathewsinc.com

Hoyt Katera 

The Hoyt Katera has a blazing 330 fps IBO speed rating and is designed around the new Z3 Cam & 1/2 Performance System for a smooth draw. It includes the StealthShot string dampener, a machined aluminum TEC riser and 3/4-inch parallel split limbs. Contact Hoyt at (801) 363-2990 or www.hoyt.com

PSE has joined forces with Mark and Terry Drury, to create the X Force Dream Season bow. The new bow combines all the features and performance found in the revolutionary X Force with a forgiving 7-inch brace height. It has 12-inch split limbs, the Hybrid Fast Cam, a 33-inch axle-to-axle length the B.E.S.T. grip and an amazing 340 fps IBO speed. Contact PSE at (520) 884-9065 or www.pse-archery.com

Sims Vibration Laboratories has also entered the compound bow market with the DeadZone DZ-32. It features a 7 1/4-inch brace height, 32-inch axle-to-axle length, and weighs just 4.2 pounds. It boasts an IBO speed rating of 330 fps. Contact Sims at (877) 257-2761 or www.limbsaver.com

The Parker Blackhawk XP features a new "cross vent" riser design, vented limb pockets and integrated Sims Limb Savers. Plus, it features the adjustable String Silencer System. The new BlackHawk ARC Cam helps generate feel along with outstanding speed, and it maximizes performance for 28-inch and shorter draw lengths. The bow is 32 inches axle-to-axle, weighs 3.85 pounds and features a 7 3/8-inch brace height. Contact Parker at (540) 337-5426 or visit www.parkerbows.com

The new Liberty 1 from Liberty Archery is faster and quieter than the original Liberty model. Powered by Liberty's Unity Cam eccentrics system, the 20 1/2-inch bow weighs only 21/2 pounds when packaged with a Vital Bow Gear sight and Whisker Biscuit Quick Shot rest, making it extremely maneuverable and portable. Contact Liberty Archery at (408) 983-1127 or www.libertyarchery.com

The Truth 2 from Bear Archery was designed in collaboration with Team Primos. It features beyond-parallel flared limbs, a perimeter-weighted modular cam, the innovative dual arc string suppressors and an all new riser. The Truth 2 is 33 inches axle-to-axle with a 7-inch brace height and an IBO of 318 fps. It weighs 3.9 pounds and offers "zero-tolerance" limb cups with rubber boots for amazing vibration reduction. Contact Bear Archery at (800) 694-9494 or www.beararcheryproducts.com

Pearson TX-4

Pearson's TX-4 offers a reflexed riser and the new Xcellerator string package. The bow measures 34 1/4 inches axle-to-axle, weighs 4.1 pounds, and has a 6 1/4-inch brace height. With Z7 cams, the IBO speed rating is 330 fps. Contact Pearson at (251) 867-8980 or www.benpearson.com

Horton Ascent

Best known for its crossbows, Horton enters the compound bow market with the Ascent. The bow features a 30-inch axle-to-axle length, 8 inches of draw length adjustment, a 7-inch brace height, 65- or 80-percent let-off and Horton's OS-3 cam system. It has an IBO speed rating of 310 fps. Contact Horton at (330) 633-7751 or www.hortonafield.com