Mathews’ Hot New Bows for 2014: Creed XS, Chill R

After months of waiting and some last-minute promo over the weekend to get fans and hunters stoked, Mathews has revealed two new compound bows for its 2014 lineup – the Creed XS and Chill R.

Mathews' new Creed XS compound bow
Mathews’ new Creed XS compound bow

The Creed XS has a compact profile, weighing 3.80 pounds on a 28-inch axle-to-axle frame. It’s powered by the Mathews SimPlex single cam system. Mathews testing indicates it’s quieter and smoother than the Creed, which was a hit in 2013.

Here are the specs:

Brace Height: 7 1/2 inches
Draw Weight: 50, 60 and 70 pounds
Bow Weight: 3.80 approximate (with Dead End and HS Lite)
Let-off: 80 percent
Draw Lengths: 26-30 inches
Half Sizes: 26.5-29.5 inches
String/Cable: String:  88.5 inches, Cable: 30.875 inches
Riser Length: 24.58 inches
Cams: SimPlex™ Cam
IBO Rating: Up to 321 fpsAxle-to-Axle: 28 inches

Also new for 2014 is the Monster Chill R, part of the McPherson Series bows. With its AVS DYAD cam system to help with a smooth draw and reduced vibration, the Chill R should offer quiet speed with deadly accuracy for hunters and competitive shooters.

Here are the specs:

Brace Height: 6 1/8 inchesDraw Weight: 50, 60 and 70 pounds
Bow Weight: 3.95 approximate (with Dead End and HS Lite)
Let-off: 80 percent
Draw Lengths: 23-30 inches
Half Sizes: 23.5-29.5 inches
String/Cable: String: 63.25 inches
Cable: 30.625 inches
Riser Length: 23.647 inches
Cams: Perimeter Weighted Dyad AVS
IBO Rating: Up to 342 fps
Axle-to-Axle: 33 inches

We’ll have information on more new 2014 bows, crossbows and accessories in the coming weeks leading up to the Archery Trade Association show in Nashville. It’ll be in January, the week before the annual SHOT Show, so be on the lookout for updates.

For more information on the Mathews line and to see the Chill R bow, visit www.MathewsInc.com.

Update: Mathews has now unveiled a new quiver and string set for 2014.

Learn about the Mathews ArrowWeb CT Series Quivers here.

Learn about the Mathews Zebra Trophy Strings here.

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