Conquest^® Apex 8^™

Features

Mathews Invented single-cam technology, an innovation that changed archery forever, launched Mathews to the top and directly resulted in the nine Solocam Advantages: most efficient, faster, more accurate, more forgiving, solid wall, less maintenance, less noise, less recoil & vibration, no synchronization problems.

Parallel Limbs are yet another Mathews innovation that has been adopted by other bow companies. The more parallel a bows limbs, the more they tend to cancel each others recoil and vibration resulting in a smoother shooting bow.

The perfectly machined V-shaped ‘limb pocket’ precisely guides the V-shaped limb into place where it locks in for a perfectly snug, zero-tolerance fit. This is the most reliable, most accurate limb system ever devised!

Traditional cable rods were subject to unwanted friction. The roller guard, another Mathews first, dramatically reduces system friction by guiding bow cables with low friction wheels.

Integral Grip for less bow hand torque!  The Conquest Apex 8 features a machined built-in Integral Grip that gives you a narrow grip area that looks good, feels great and minimizes bow hand torque.

While they’ve become the visual identifier of a Mathews bow, Harmonic Dampers are weights that float in an elastomer wheel to absorb recoil vibration in the riser. The reduction in recoil vibration is so significant in this Mathews technology that is has been licensed for use in other industries.

• Perimeter Weighted Apex 8 Cam©

  Mathews Invented single-cam technology, an innovation that changed archery forever, launched Mathews to the top and directly resulted in the nine Solocam Advantages: most efficient, faster, more accurate, more forgiving, solid wall, less maintenance, less noise, less recoil & vibration, no synchronization problems.

  

• Parallel Limb Design

  Parallel Limbs are yet another Mathews innovation that has been adopted by other bow companies. The more parallel a bows limbs, the more they tend to cancel each others recoil and vibration resulting in a smoother shooting bow.

  

• V-Lock™ Limb Cup System

  The perfectly machined V-shaped ‘limb pocket’ precisely guides the V-shaped limb into place where it locks in for a perfectly snug, zero-tolerance fit. This is the most reliable, most accurate limb system ever devised!

  

• Triple Damper Roller Guard™

  Traditional cable rods were subject to unwanted friction. The roller guard, another Mathews first, dramatically reduces system friction by guiding bow cables with low friction wheels.

  

• Integral Grip™

  Integral Grip for less bow hand torque!  The Conquest Apex 8 features a machined built-in Integral Grip that gives you a narrow grip area that looks good, feels great and minimizes bow hand torque.

  

• Harmonic Damping System™

  While they’ve become the visual identifier of a Mathews bow, Harmonic Dampers are weights that float in an elastomer wheel to absorb recoil vibration in the riser. The reduction in recoil vibration is so significant in this Mathews technology that is has been licensed for use in other industries.

  

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Specifications

The IBO speed rating for a bow is reached by shooting a 350 grain arrow at 70lbs of draw weight and 30 inches of draw length. This is important to remember because unless you are shooting the same specs used to attain IBO speed ratings, your bow of choice will not shoot as quickly as you might think.

This is the length of your bow as measured from the axle of the top idler wheel to the axle of the lower cam. When it comes to applying these dimensions to target shooting or hunting it is important to consider how and where the bow will be used.

The term “brace height” refers to the distance between the throat of the bow grip and the string. Brace height is important for many reasons. First, the shorter the brace-height, the faster the IBO speed rating will be. This is simply due to an increase in the bows power-stroke. In other words, the arrow remains on the string for a longer period of time because the string must travel a longer distance (closer to the grip) before the arrow actually separates from it.

This is simply the minimum and maximum amount of weight required to bring the bow to full draw. Typically, this weight range is 10 pounds. For instance, a bow with a 60 pound peak draw weight will have a minimum of 50 pounds. Likewise, a 70 pound draw will carry a minimum draw-weight of 60 lbs. Overall draw weight can be increased or reduced (within this 10 pound range) by simply tightening or loosening the limb-bolts on each limb.

This is the actual weight of the bow. Bowhunters who typically hunt in demanding terrain will often favor a lightweight setup such as the all new Mathews Hēli^m weighing in at a remarkable 3.5 lbs. or the Mathews Jewel, DXT or Z7 Xtreme. Such bows make long hikes over tough terrain much easier as the hunter experiences less fatigue. This can be a real asset over the course of a long backcountry hunt...read more

The term “let-off” basically refers to the percentage of weight that is subtracted from the bows advertised draw weight. In other words, a bow set at 70lbs, with 80% let-off, will only require that the shooter hold back 14lbs of weight when the bow is at full draw.

In order to reach your full potential as a shooter and a bowhunter it is important to be relaxed and comfortable when executing the shot. To achieve this situation, the bow must fit you properly; i.e. the draw length must be correct. There are a few methods for selecting your proper draw length, but perhaps the easiest way is to use the “wingspan” method.

IBO Rating

Up to 310 fps 

Axle-to-Axle

42.25" 

Brace Height

8" 

Draw Weight

40, 50, 60, 70 lbs 

Bow Weight

5.0 lbs** 

Let-off

65% 

Draw Lengths

25" - 32" 

Half Sizes

25.5" - 31.5" 

* All specifications are approximate.

** Without accessories.

Colors

Riser

• 
  Flat Black
• 
  Red Smoke
• 
  Orange Smoke
• 
  Blue Smoke

Limbs

• 
  Flat Black
• 
  Realtree HD Camo

When it comes to purchasing a new bow, you want to make sure that everything is done right. From the proper selection of the bow itself, right down to the last accessory attached, everything must be done with one goal in mind….to make your shooting experience enjoyable and effortless all while increasing your accuracy and confidence. Getting set up right isn’t that difficult- that is, if you have someone that knows what they’re doing!

At Mathews, we go to great lengths to select only knowledgeable, service-oriented, “full-time” retailers who demonstrate a passion for archery and bow hunting. By doing so, we can offer the highest quality buying experience for our customers. When visiting your local Mathews retailer, you can expect service that is second to none; service you won’t find anywhere else. It’s the little things like personal attention, and a knowledgeable staff that make a big difference. It’s what makes buying a Mathews different. Visit your local retailer and experience it for yourself.