What We Shoot
At TenPoint, we build crossbows because we’re passionate hunters. It’s a passion that drives us to design, engineer, build, and service the best crossbows in the world. Simply put, the people building your crossbow are the same people dreaming of the first cold front of the year to sweep through.
If you’re looking for the ideal crossbow or hunting accessories, start with our employees and their product picks.
Please choose from the options below to see what our employees are using when they head out to the field!
Crossbow
Flatline 460 – I prefer a compact, fast crossbow. The reverse-draw of the Flatline gives this bow incredible speed, and the compact size allows me to sling this bow and easily pack in my climber or hang-on stand. I jump around from spot to spot, and I am seldom in the same tree more than twice in a season, so maneuverability is a huge factor for me. The ability to de-cock the crossbow safely is great, it is so much more convenient to let my crossbow down after the hunt as opposed to having to shoot it.
Arrow
EVO-X CenterPunch 16 arrow – I am a HUGE FAN of a 16” arrow. I was surprised by the difference in size between a quiver full of 16” arrows vs. 20” arrows. The 16” arrow is noticeably more compact, which lends itself to both the Flatline and my hunting style. Is a short 16” arrow accurate? Yes, I can destroy arrows at 60-yards.
Scope
EVO-X Marksman Elite – Rangefinding scopes are great, and incredibly accurate, however I have always been a fan of KISS (Keep it Simple Stupid), and the EVO-X Marksman Elite scope provides the brightness, clarity and simplicity I want.
Broadhead
EVO-X CenterPunch – Everyone has their preference when it comes to broadheads. When it comes to crossbows that have energy to spare, I prefer a mechanical due to the large holes (wound channels LOL) and the accuracy they provide. I shoot the CenterPunch broadhead because it’s the only head we have found that does not experience premature blade opening on bows shooting the speed that my Flatline shoots.
Hunting Method
I hunt from a tree. I am either in a Lone Wolf hang on, Lone Wolf Climber or Tethrd saddle. I have always been a very “mobile” hunter. Prior to moving to Ohio, I used a climber for 95% of my hunting. Since Ohio has fewer straight trees, I hang and hunt with either a Lone Wolf Stand or a Tethrd Saddle. I seldom hunt the same tree twice, as I want to keep the deer guessing😊
Safety Harness
Muddy – I really like the built in Bino Harness
Rangefinder
Leupold RX1200 – it’s very clear and very bright.
Binoculars
Bushnell Legend 10×42 – I like to verify what I might be shooting is shooter or non-shooter.
Boots
Early season Dryshod Knee High. Late season Kenetrek with Arctic Shield and anything else I can do to keep the feet from freezing.
One item I can’t live without
My Binoculars. I would rather leave my camo or rangefinder at home, but my binoculars allow me to see what is going on at a distance, which has ultimately led to “the next successful move”. If it’s late season, I have a Sitka Neck Gaiter that is a HUGE difference maker in extending my time on the stand.
Crossbow
Titan M1 – Because it’s fast enough, very narrow, and insanely accurate while still being cost-effective.
Arrow
EVO-X CenterPunch – They are a great weight and are very accurate.
Scope
Vortex Crossfire II – I enjoy the clarity of Vortex scopes along with the lifetime warranty.
Broadhead
EVO-X CenterPunch – They’re the most accurate and have proven very efficient at bringing down an animal with a well-placed shot.
Hunting Method
Treestand – This is the single greatest innovation the hunter has ever come up with. It allows you to be above eye-level of the animal and in a place where they don’t normally look for predators.
Safety Harness
Hunter Safety Systems – I’ve never had to use it for its intended purpose, but I feel very confident and comfortable in these harnesses.
Rangefinder
Vortex rangefinders – They’re clear, accurate, and have a lifetime warranty.
Binoculars
I don’t use binoculars. – I hunt in southeast Ohio, the valleys aren’t long enough to need any.
Boots
Wolverine boots – Comfy, waterproof, warm, cost-effective.
One item I can’t live without
Cameras – It’s like pre-season affirmation that you picked a decent hunting spot, so you don’t have to be worried about it.
Crossbow
TX Ultra 26.5 – It is ultra compact, plenty fast, and deadly accurate. The perfect combination to be versatile in any hunting set up or scenario.
Arrow
ACU-X Lighted arrows – Unmatched accuracy for the rail less platform bows.
Scope
Vision Range finding Scope – Everything you could possibly ask for in a compact optic. Precision accuracy with the preset ballistic data, range finding built in with drop compensation, and video so I can share all my encounters!
Broadhead
Nemesis – Simply devastating and extremely accurate.
Hunting Method
Ground Blind, Ladder Stand, Hang- on, Saddle – I hunt in multiple scenarios and must be able to adapt to any setup.
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System – Comfortable and light weight.
Rangefinder
Vortex Ranger – Compact with a lighted display for low light ranging.
Binoculars
Nikon ProStaff 7 10×42 – Compact and clear in all situations.
Boots
Lacrosse Alpha Lite – Super comfortable and plenty warm for most of the season.
One item I can’t live without
HuntStand app – I am constantly evaluating wind direction and forecasts for my hunt areas. Being able to map everything out is a huge advantage to my success.
Crossbow
Viper 430
Arrow
CenterPunch HPX Carbon Arrows
Scope
RangeMaster 100
Broadhead
Nemesis Broadheads
Hunting Method
Treestands & ground blinds
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System
Rangefinder
Align 800
Binoculars
Vortex Triumph HD 10×42
Boots
Dryshod Big Bobby
One item I can’t live without
HECS clothing head-to-toe, Ultra-Flex Sling, & Treezyn leafy suit
Crossbow
TX Ultra 26.5 – I like how compact it is, and we share it throughout my family. Mounted into an Axis tripod allowing my kids to hunt and shoot. They are 10 and 7yrs old.
Arrow
Lighted ACU-X 20” – Unparalleled accuracy paired with the TP Ultra series bow.
Scope
TenPoint Vision – It’s the premier crossbow scope on the market, nothing better to consider. We can now capture our hunts on film to recreate our favorite outdoor memories forever
Broadhead
TenPoint Nemesis mechanical broadhead – The best performing broadhead I have tested.
Hunting Method
All types – Hang-on stands, climber, tree saddle, ground blinds, and elevated box blinds.
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System – I have two, one to hunt with and one to hang stands with.
Rangefinder
Vortex Razor HD 4000GB – 7x magnification with lighted display paired with no questions asked lifetime warranty is hard to beat.
Binoculars
Sig Sauer Zulu6 HDX 20x42mm – Cristal clear glass and the Image Stabilization is a game changer.
Boots
Kenetrek Corrie II Hiker – Perfect all-around boot. Covers most of the Midwest whitetail season as well as western adventures.
One item I can’t live without
I have two items I will never forget when hunting: Rangefinder and a Grunt tube – The Rangefinder so I know precisely how far the animal is to ensure an ethical shot. And a grunt call gives me the ability to challenge or divert a buck’s attention – this has brought me the most success.
Crossbow
Vengent S440 – It’s the best combination of price-point, speed, and efficiency.
Arrow
EVO-X CenterPunch – It shoots great groups for the distances I’m typically shooting – 10-40-yards.
Scope
RangeMaster Pro – A quality optic that was included in the package.
Broadhead
Grim Reaper – It leaves a massive wound channel.
Hunting Method
Treestand or Ground Blind – I like to hunt from a treestand unless I hunt with my daughter, in which case I hunt from a ground blind.
Safety Harness
Muddy – I like it because it’s easy to use.
Rangefinder
Vortex Ranger 1000 – A high quality product at an affordable price point.
Binoculars
None
Boots
Muck Boots – They keep my feet dry and scent free on my walk in.
One item I can’t live without
My hunting partner! (My daughter) – Nothing has ever made me happier than how excited she gets when she gets to hunt with dad.
Crossbow
TenPoint Ultra 29.5. It is a great speed that is comfortable to shoot and incredibly accurate
Arrow
Lighted ACU-X 20” Premium Carbon Arrows. These arrows are spine aligned, the nock is bright, and the overall system is robust
Scope
TenPoint Vision HD. The one-shot zeroing and video quality are incredible
Broadhead
TenPoint Nemesis. I’ve talked to several TenPoint shooters who have tested everything out there and they swear the Nemesis broadheads fly the best. I trust them and, in my experience, they do fly great. I’ve watched our high-speed test videos, and they will not deploy in flight
Hunting Method
It depends on where I am, but usually either a hang-on stand or from a saddle with climbing sticks. I also try to take a DIY trip out west every year with either a vertical bow or firearm
Safety Harness
Either the one that comes with hang-on stands or the Aero Hunter Kestrel saddle
Rangefinder
The Vision HD has a built-in rangefinder which is fantastic. The TenPoint Align stand-alone rangefinders work great too
Binoculars
SIG Zulu6 HDX 16×42. Stabilized binoculars are the real deal
Boots
LaCrosse Alphaburly Pro 1600G or Kenetrek Slide Rock Hiker boots. It depends on how wet or cold it is
One item I can’t live without
My mobile saddle setup and Out On A Limb Shikar sticks. I always like to have a mobile setup in the truck
Crossbow
TenPoint Turbo XLT II – Its narrow, has amazing performance, and an old-style camo pattern.
Arrow
EVO-X Center Punch or Pro Elite 400 – Both are fast and accurate, plus they also perform well with my crossbow.
Scope
RangeMaster Pro – The speed dial allows for even more accuracy, and it has an illuminated reticle for dawn and dusk.
Broadhead
Grim Reaper Razortip mechanical broadheads – They’ve always performed well for me and have a large 2” cut.
Hunting Method
Treestand, hang on, or elevated blind. Even though I have a fear of heights, I do enjoy and prefer the view from above!
Safety Harness
Hunter Safety System Harness – It’s comfortable and not bulky, plus it has good reviews and is fairly priced.
Rangefinder
Halo Rangefinder – It works well, is fairly priced, not too complicated, and compact.
Binoculars
Vortex – They are of great quality.
Boots
Muck Boots – They are comfortable, warm, and prevent my feet from getting wet. Although I do still own, and sometimes wear, my first pair of hunting boots that I purchased from Wal-Mart for $19.99 in 2012!
One item I can’t live without
A sling – It’s much easier to navigate through the woods with my crossbow hung over my shoulder rather than having to carry it.
Crossbow
Stealth FX4
Arrow
Evo-X CenterPunch
Scope
Rangemaster 100.
Broadhead
Nemesis
Hunting Method
Ladder Stand / Ground Blind
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System
Rangefinder
Align 800
Binoculars
Nikon 8×32.
Boots
SHE outdoors Rubber boots
One item I can’t live without
My photographer / deer drag helper!
Crossbow
Venom X- It’s light, very accurate and can easily cock and DeCock the crossbow.
Arrow
Pro Elite 400- They are light and accurate definitely works for me.
Scope
Pro-View 400- It’s clear and the reticles are perfect to see, also with the illumination can see at dawn and dusk easily.
Broadhead
Beast Mechanical Broadheads- They do total devastation on a deer and are just incredible.
Hunting Method
Tree stand and Blind- I have a couple different places I hunt and like using both but I have more tree stands than blinds
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System Harness- It is very light and easy to put on
Rangefinder
Vortex Crossfire HD- It was very reasonable priced and never steers me wrong.
Binoculars
Vortex binoculars
Boots
Muck Boots & Lacrosse- I use my Muck boots in early season and use my Lacross boots when it gets colder.
One item I can’t live without
I can’t live without my backpack I carry everything in it.
Crossbow
Titan X De-Cock
Arrow
Pro Elite 400 Select With Alpha Blaze nocks
Scope
ProView 400
Broadhead
Nemesis Titanium
Hunting Method
Ladder Stand and ground/elevated blinds
Safety Harness
Hunter’s Safety System harness
Rangefinder
Align 1000 LR
Binoculars
Vortex Crossfire 10X42
Boots
Timberland Hikers
One item I can’t live without
Lightweight camo for warm TX hunts!
