Would a 13 year old, about 105 lbs be able to cock it with a cocking device?
1740108
well with the rope it cuts the weight in half then distributes it to two arms fo it goes from 150 to 75 to 37.5 per arm. can they lift 40lbs. comes down to same as a compound really, if they cant buy them some black bands and have them practice the same motion.
1740109
I would think so... there is a correct length to setting a cocking device... if you have it correct is not that bad, Go to you tube there are excellent videos on how to set your string at the correct length
1740110
I would think it would not be to much of a problem. Just make sure and adjust the cocking device to make it shorter so they can pull to the stomach. If you get it up past the stomach area it gets difficult as you lose leverage. Be sure and preach safety this bow is definitely not a toy, it's fast and accurate with a waxed rail I'm getting well over 315 fps. Very nice bow!!
1740111
Not sure. my wife can't cock it with the rope. Best bet is to try one out at your local sporting goods store and see if he can cock it. If he can then go ahead and order it
1740112
I don't mean to offend by this post but.... It depends on the 13 year old, if he/she does chores and works (like living on a farm) he/she will not have problems. If they play video games all day long they may have problems. They should not have problems for a 13 year old once they get used to a lot is technique and a cocking rope really helps a lot.
1740113
I just turned 14 and it was easy for me when I was 13 to pull it back, but I work out on a daily basis
225739
I would suggest teen+. Even at just 55lb draw strength, that's too much for most children.
414743
I bought the cocking device but found using the rope instead is much faster and easier. The cocking device is a pain to set up and seems to me would only be necessary for the elderly, kids, or a disability.The 175 lb draw seems like a lot to pull, but I find it to be rather easy and I'm 5'7 150 lbs. To me, I feel like I wasted the $80 on it as I was not sure what to expect.
74019
Yes, my 10/11 year old learned to fly this without too much trouble, so I would think a 13 year old can do it. We flew this for well over a year for many hours in a large field before just recently he crashed it and the tail broke. Well worth the money.
892560
Its not easy but it is possible. I highly recommend using leather gloves if you don't have the cocking device. It is an Awesome Crossbow! I've had it for about a year now. Always wax the strings when not in use! Best of luck!
1776640
I'm disabled and unable to cock the crossbow on an ongoing basis. I purchased a Crank Cocking Device which is slower than pulling crank but cocking is only about 16 pounds.
2190557
Depends how strong he/she is. This takes considerable effort to cock. Also, how are they with safety?
1143323
For a fully functional male adult, no. But for my 6 year old nephew, he couldn't come close. (was just letting him target practice under supervision) It takes a decent amount of force, but should be no issue for a teen and up. Cocking the slide over and over again doesn't tire me out at all.
1818851
It's about 35 lbs of cocking effort, I think with a little practice it should ent be a problem for a 15 year old. p.s. best air rifle second to none!
2027602
Bought one for my 15 year old son. Based on his experience I'd predict you should be able to cock it but you may not enjoy it after a few practice shots in a row. The good news is that Barnett sells a reasonably priced hand cranking mechanism that mounts right on the back and makes it a breeze to cock.
720297
My son is ten and he is fine with it. He initially had some problems cocking it, but learned that. I think much younger and there may be some difficulty cocking be able to cock it.
1395471
Definitely yes. In fact my friends brother, who weighs 65 pounds, was able to use this gun efficiently.
2264184
My daughter is 32 years old. physically fit, runs 1.5 miles a day, does rock climping, etc. She has trouble cocking rifle. You have to tap downward on the tip of the barrel to get it to break open then cocking still takes some strength. I suggest something smaller and lighter for now. My 270 Win. with scope weighs less.
1043970
It really depends on your strength level. A bow with a fifty pound draw will kill medium size game at a medium distance no problem. But if you are still growing you could out grow this. It really depends on you and you're age
1158725
No, but you can purchase one relatively inexpensively. If you are fairly strong, you may be able to cock it by hand. I'm not nearly as strong as I used to be and I've cocked it twice with gloves on when I misplaced the cocking device.
1935289
Pretty tough to cock. I use both hands to do it. I can do it with one, with a lot of effort, but two makes it so much more easy. I sit the butt end on the ground and cock it towards me. Give the tip of the barrel a sharp rap with the palm of your hand to make it break initially. Then cock it. I am 65 years old, but still pretty stout. The manual says about 45 pounds; I believe it. If you are in fair physical condition, you can manage it though. It is as accurate as the shooter. No problem for me out to about 35 yards; beyond that, my shooting skills are not so good. Shoot heavy round nose pellets, and practice, practice, practice! The gun is better than I am. Anyhow, shooting a pellet gun beyond 50 yards is not what it is made for; this is a fairly close range weapon; it's an airgun shooting little pellets, for Christ sakes, not a rifle shooting bullets. That's the fun of it - sneaking up on your quarry and making a quiet killing shot. If you want to shoot something 75 to 100 yards away, use a rifle.
2042226
My 8 year old sons did not include a cocking rope. However, it is real easy to cock and I do not use one for that xbow. In addition, I would plan to replace the rail and add a scope.