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We are often asked by our readers what the best speed for a crossbow is. Our answer is pretty much standard: “It depends.” There are so many variables that go in to successful shooting as well as hunting that it is very difficult to give a straight answer without asking a host of questions. In this article we will discuss some of the pros and cons to using an ultra-fast crossbow. But first, we’ll start with a quick recommendation of the fastest crossbows on the market:

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Moving on, it is important to determine what we are calling an ‘ultra-fast’ crossbow. For the purposes of this article, we will be looking at crossbows with speeds over 380 fps. Even though crossbows with speeds of 350 – 375 fps are considered to be fast, we are only looking at the fastest of the fast when discussing pros and cons.

What are the advantages of speed?

Pro #1: Flatter trajectory.

As soon as any non-guided projectile is fired, gravity begins to act on it immediately. As a matter of fact, if you could stand directly behind a projectile being fired horizontally and could continue to see the projectile clearly, it would look as if it were simply dropped. As such, the faster a given projectile is fired, in this case an arrow, the further it travels before gravity ends its trip. When shooting an arrow faster, because it is traveling a longer distance in a given time-frame, the trajectory is flatter meaning there is less need to know an exact distance to the target. Take a look at our arrow drop test results graph for a better comparison and understanding of how speed affects trajecory.

Pro #2: Longer Range.

As gravity is a constant and will pull all arrows down at the same rate, the faster an arrow is going will mean it can travel further, thus giving greater range. Keep in mind, just because you have greater range does not mean that there is always greater accuracy. It takes a lot of practice to keep a tight grouping at extended ranges, so even if your crossbow is capable of it, you might not be.

Pro #3: More kinetic energy.

Kinetic energy is calculated by taking the mass X velocity2 of an arrow (or any type of projectile). As the speed of a given arrow increases, so then does its kinetic energy. The greater the kinetic energy, or force, that an arrow has when fired, the more energy can be transferred into the target. Many times you will hear this called ‘knock down power’. Keep in mind, that once an arrow has sufficient force to go completely through an animal, it no longer matters how much force the arrow possesses, only the amount needed to complete the pass through will be transferred to the animal. Any remaining force is simply imparted into the ground. Play around with our advanced crossbow ballistics calculator to get a feel for how speed impacts kinetic energy.

Pro #4: Cool factor.

This isn’t something that everybody is going to be concerned with, but many of the speed demons out there will. There are some folks who are always going to want to push the edge, to eke out every extra bit of speed they can from an arrow. Having the fastest crossbow at the range or at deer camp is going to matter to some, and frankly, why not? It is pretty cool having a wicked fast crossbow…just understand that there may be some downsides to the increased arrow speed.

What are some of the disadvantages of [too much] speed?

Con #1: Sound.

As a crossbow’s limbs are amped up to produce sizzling speeds, so also is the release of energy when the crossbow is fired. The more energy released, the greater the amount of shock and vibration. Anything on the crossbow that does not have some type of suppression system is going to create a ‘twang’ which will be amplified the stronger the release energy.

We have heard the theory of “Well, if the arrow is going faster, the deer will have less time to react to the sound.” While this is certainly true within about 25 yards or so, once you get out to 35+ yards, the deer is going to have plenty of time to react to that sound. The fastest crossbow on our list shoots at a sizzling 440 fps, but sound is reaching out there at around 1,126 fps. This means at 40 yards the arrow will take over a quarter second to reach the target, yet sound will be there in 1/10th of a second. That differential will be amplified the farther out you go…and a deer can react in an instant. We only illustrate this to ensure you understand how keeping a crossbow quiet is still critical even if it is shooting ultra-fast arrows.

Con #2: Margin for error.

As with almost any moving object, the faster it goes, the more any slight mistake is going to affect the trajectory. Take for instance a vehicle moving at 5 mph; a sudden turn of the steering wheel is only going to slightly move the vehicle and control can be quickly regained. Up that speed to 50 mph and that same movement of the wheel can cause a total loss of control leading to a catastrophic accident. This is an extreme example, but it serves to illustrate how as the speed of you arrow increases, any little mistake in your shooting, or in the crossbow’s performance, is going to be amplified in an exponential fashion.

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Con #3: Component wear/failure.

As the various components on high-speed crossbows are subjected to much greater stress than more standard-speed models, there is an increased incidence of failure. It is not unheard of for limbs to shatter like a grenade due to the high stresses imparted. Wheels and cams also bear the brunt of high speeds as do strings and cables. Owning and shooting an ultra-fast crossbow requires a lot of diligence in the maintenance and inspection of it, and extra care to never, ever, dry fire it.

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Con #4: Specialized equipment.

Because most crossbows are not designed to launch arrows at ridiculous speeds, most arrows are not designed to handle these speeds. Many manufacturers of high-speed bows will actually have disclaimers that you are required to use only their arrows to ensure the crossbow can be safely fired. Many of these arrows have a stiffer spine and specialized nocks to better handle the excessive pressures generated by ultra-fast crossbows.

OK, so now I know the facts, what if I still want to go ultra-fast?

So now that we have discussed what some of the advantages, and more importantly the disadvantages, are of owning an ultra-fast crossbow, you still want one. Below is an alphabetical listing of some of the better crossbows in the ultra-fast category. As you look at the brief description of each, if one strikes your fancy, click on the link below it to read the full review.

Scorpyd VTEC Extreme

Scorpyd actually has three crossbows in the Extreme family, the VTEC, the Orion and the Ventilator. For purposes of speed, we will look at the VTEC as it is designed to be the fastest, most accurate crossbow in Scorpyd’s lineup. The VTEC is available in four limb weights, two of which will break the 400 fps mark. The 160 lb. limbs will achieve 420 fps and the 175 lb. limbs will reach a lightning fast 440 fps using a 400 grain arrow. This means you will be hitting with between 158 FPKE and 172 FPKE. The VTEC Extreme is also the only reverse-draw crossbow on the list. Read our full review of the Scorpyd VTEC Extreme here.

Excalibur Matrix Mega 405

The Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 uses a high-draw-weight set of limbs (290 lbs.) to launch 18” arrows at 405 fps. This translates to around 127 FPKE at the muzzle (see Amazon.com price). As this is the only recurve on the list, the arrows are a bit shorter than what are found on the rest of the lineup and weigh a bit less. Recurve crossbows generally require more draw weight to achieve similar speeds to that of comparable compound crossbows but are simpler in design, and thus more reliable. Read our full review of the Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 here.

Mission MXB 400

Mission’s MXB 400 fires its 22” arrows at 400 fps, yet the draw weight, at 200 lbs., is much lower than the recurve just discussed (see Amazon.com price). Because the arrows are heavier, they leave the barrel with over 140 FPKE. One unique feature of the MXB 400 is the absence of a foot stirrup for cocking. Instead, there are machined foot holds in the pockets behind each limb to securely place your foot when cocking. The MXB 400 is available in three draw weights, but only the 200 lb. limbs get the ultra-fast nod. Read our full review of the Mission MXB 400 here.

PSE TAC Ordnance

The PSE TAC Ordnance is a crossbow that is designed to be mounted on an AR rifle lower that you must provide (see Amazon.com price). This can offer an advantage as you have an endless level of customization, especially for the trigger. Due to the length of the power stroke, the TAC Ordnance only needs 150 lb. limbs to launch a 26.25” arrow at 405 fps. Due to the size of the arrow and its speed, this translates to 155 FPKE at the muzzle. This is an incredibly accurate crossbow, but due to its unwieldy length it is really best suited for target practice, unless you have a large hunting enclosure. Read our full review of the PSE TAC Ordnance here.

Stryker Solution LS

Stryker’s Solution LS comes in as the slowest in our list, but that is only in relative terms (see Amazon.com price). Using 155 lb. limbs to push a 20” arrow at 390 fps, you are still going to be launching with a whopping 135 FPKE.

Due to the lower draw weight and moderate power stroke length, this is also the easiest of our list to cock. Read our full review of the Stryker Solution LS here.

Final Thoughts

Making a decision on crossbow speed is one that actually has a surprising number of variables. The old school of thought that ‘faster is always better’ does not apply in all situations. Certainly anyone who is a novice shooter should really wait until they gain more experience with crossbows before stepping up to anything over 410 FPS. A beginner might want to take a look at our other top crossbow rankings.

There is certainly a time and place for pushing the speed envelope, it is just important to ask yourself if this is THE time and place for you. We hope this article has helped you learn a bit more about whether the fastest speeds are right for your needs. As always, should you have any questions, don’t hesitate to drop us an email or leave a comment below.

Employee monitoring can happen in many forms. It may be a CCTV system. It could be electronic surveillance which monitors internet or email use. One thing is for certain: employers are ever-increasing the use of monitoring to make sure policies and procedures are being followed. If you’re thinking about instituting such a policy, then here are key points to consider when looking at the pros and cons of employee monitoring.

What Are the Pros of Employee Monitoring?

1. It helps to eliminate fraud and waste.
With a world that seems to be more connected every day, employee monitoring can help employers determine who is being productive and who is doing their online banking while on the clock, visiting social gaming sites, or even watching porn. It’s a tool that can weed out the potentially problematic employees on a given team.

2. It limits the potential of creating a hostile work environment.
Imagine there is an employee that is watching videos while at work that show violence toward women. How would this employee’s female co-workers feel about this? If a business doesn’t take action, then it could be deemed to be responsible for the actions of that employee. Employee monitoring limits this rather effectively.

3. It can protect records against possible litigation.
Lawsuits are a serious issue for businesses today. Emails are a written record that can be submitted as evidence. Employee monitoring can help to make sure the quality of these emails are where they need to be so that security breaches, accidental misuse, and other potentially costly legal issues are limited.

4. It can protect the quality of the work.
When employees are monitored, what is ultimately being looked at is their performance and the quality of the work that is being produced. If mistakes or errors can be seen, then they can be caught immediately so that the employee can be trained in the moment instead of days or weeks later.

5. It can eventually generate trust in an employee.
Some employees might seem like they aren’t doing what they are supposed to be doing. They might spend 6 hours per day online. Through the monitoring process, you can verify what that employee is doing and what their productivity happens to be.

What Are the Cons of Employee Monitoring?

1. It can injure employee trust.
Any employee monitoring policy is going to injure the employer/employee relationship. Depending upon the culture of the workplace, this could be an injury that goes beyond repair. This is especially true if the monitoring is implemented some time after an employee has been hired or employees have built a reputation for doing the right thing.

2. It can reduce motivation and commitment.
Let’s face it – people don’t like to be watched. If an employer is watching every action an employee takes, then there isn’t much motivation to do anything but look for a new job in their spare time. For today’s committed employees, the lines between work and personal life are blurred. Employers like it when employees answer emails at 9pm – shouldn’t there also be some crossover then for personal business at work?

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3. There may be privacy issues involved.
There are certain laws in place, dating back as far as 1986, that prohibit the interception of communication or accessing stored communications in an authorized way. Phone calls and emails are exempt, but other monitoring requires employee consent and that consent is often assumed instead of asked for by employers today.

4. There is a certain cost involved.
To implement employee monitoring, there must be an investment in the technology that makes it happen. There are also staffing costs involved because someone has to look at the data which is being collected.

5. Who will watch the watchers?
This is where the debate about employee monitoring often goes. You’ve got people who are watching the data being collected. Who is watching the people who are monitoring employees? Eventually there is someone or a team that is above the implemented standards of monitoring and the power of that position can lead to abuses.

The pros and cons of employee monitoring are designed to help maintain productivity and reduce factors that could be the cause of litigation. Unfortunately it is also an action that can lead to mistrust or different forms of litigation. The decision is up to each employer. Every business environment is different. Some teams may accept monitoring without question. Others may just quit. That’s why this subject must be carefully evaluated at the local level.

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