<p>Is the new Mathews ARC actually a game-changer, or just another flagship with fresh paint? In this episode of the Drawn West Podcast, I sit down with Daniel Parker from Mathews to dig into what’s really different about the ARC 30 and ARC 34. We break down the new limb geometry, the updated SWX2 cam with that perimeter-weight “flywheel” feel, and why this bow stays faster and quieter once you bolt real hunting gear to the string. Daniel brings the behind-the-scenes engineering insight, and I bring the “600-grain elk arrow that once welded itself into a steel plate” perspective. We also nerd out on hinge and resistance releases, target-archery lessons you can steal for hunting season, Kodiak Brown vs Green Ambush, and how to actually choose between the 30&quot; and 34&quot; ARC based on how and where you hunt.</p><p>Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow @getdrawnwest on Instagram. If you enjoyed this, leave a 5-star rating and share the show with a friend.</p><p></p><p>Check out the all new Mathews ARChttps://mathewsinc.com/pages/arc</p><p></p><p><strong>FREE Gear Checklist:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear</a></p><p><strong>FREE Drawn West Application Calendar</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.getdrawnwest.com/freeproducts">www.getdrawnwest.com/freeproducts</a> <br><strong>Connect with Brian Krebs</strong><br><a href="https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest">https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest</a> </p><p>Have Questions or Comments? Send an email to Brian@getdrawnwest.com!<br><strong>Sponsorsand Discounts:</strong><br><strong></strong>GOHUNTInsider - $50 Gear Shop Credit with code DRAWNWEST <br><a href="https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4">https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4</a><br>GOHUNT GearShop – 10% off most items with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u">https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u</a><br>Save10% onMaverick Hunting Blinds &amp; Accessories with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest">https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest</a><br>RTIC Coolers– Keep Your Meat Cold!<br><a href="https://bit.ly/RTICCoolers">https://bit.ly/RTICCoolers</a><br>Okuma Fishing– Rods and Reels for Serious Anglers!<br><a href="https://alnk.to/31sVDzF">https://alnk.to/31sVDzF</a><br>First MonthFREE at MTNTOUGH Fitness with code ROOKIE <a href="https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH_ROOKIE">https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH_ROOKIE</a><br>Save $150 onSteelhead Outdoors Gun Safes with code WESTERNROOKIE <a href="https://tr.ee/fbNvbFXX6Q">https://tr.ee/fbNvbFXX6Q</a><br>Save 10% onOllin Digiscoping Adapters with code TWOBUCKS <br><u>https://tr.ee/ZE1XcQ-fbb</u><br><u></u><br><u></u></p><p>00:00 – 06:32 Intro, Mathews Partnership&amp; New Bow Day Surprise</p><p>06:32 – 14:58 Lift vs ARC: Noise, Speed,Energy, and Why It Matters</p><p>14:58 – 22:24 Parallel vs Vertical LimbTravel &amp; The New SWX2 Cam</p><p>22:24 – 33:01 Riser Updates, IntegratedAccessories &amp; Real-World Setup Talk</p><p>33:01 – 44:32 Axle-to-Axle Choices: 30 vs34, Who Should Shoot What</p><p>44:32 – 58:03 Releases: Hinge,Resistance, Thumb, and the Shot Execution Conversation</p><p>58:03 – 1:10:06 Arrow Builds, FletchingSetups &amp; String Customization</p><p>1:10:06 – Color Options, Kodiak Brown,Closing Thoughts &amp; Season Plans</p><p></p>

Drawn West

Drawn West with Brian Krebs

Mathews ARC Breakdown

DEC 4, 202582 MIN
Drawn West

Mathews ARC Breakdown

DEC 4, 202582 MIN

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<p>Is the new Mathews ARC actually a game-changer, or just another flagship with fresh paint? In this episode of the Drawn West Podcast, I sit down with Daniel Parker from Mathews to dig into what’s really different about the ARC 30 and ARC 34. We break down the new limb geometry, the updated SWX2 cam with that perimeter-weight “flywheel” feel, and why this bow stays faster and quieter once you bolt real hunting gear to the string. Daniel brings the behind-the-scenes engineering insight, and I bring the “600-grain elk arrow that once welded itself into a steel plate” perspective. We also nerd out on hinge and resistance releases, target-archery lessons you can steal for hunting season, Kodiak Brown vs Green Ambush, and how to actually choose between the 30&quot; and 34&quot; ARC based on how and where you hunt.</p><p>Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow @getdrawnwest on Instagram. If you enjoyed this, leave a 5-star rating and share the show with a friend.</p><p></p><p>Check out the all new Mathews ARChttps://mathewsinc.com/pages/arc</p><p></p><p><strong>FREE Gear Checklist:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear">https://www.getdrawnwest.com/gear</a></p><p><strong>FREE Drawn West Application Calendar</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.getdrawnwest.com/freeproducts">www.getdrawnwest.com/freeproducts</a> <br><strong>Connect with Brian Krebs</strong><br><a href="https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest">https://linktr.ee/getdrawnwest</a> </p><p>Have Questions or Comments? Send an email to [email protected]!<br><strong>Sponsorsand Discounts:</strong><br><strong></strong>GOHUNTInsider - $50 Gear Shop Credit with code DRAWNWEST <br><a href="https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4">https://alnk.to/g3aa8L4</a><br>GOHUNT GearShop – 10% off most items with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u">https://alnk.to/e75Pm4u</a><br>Save10% onMaverick Hunting Blinds &amp; Accessories with code DRAWNWEST <a href="https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest">https://maverickhunting.com/?ref=getdrawnwest</a><br>RTIC Coolers– Keep Your Meat Cold!<br><a href="https://bit.ly/RTICCoolers">https://bit.ly/RTICCoolers</a><br>Okuma Fishing– Rods and Reels for Serious Anglers!<br><a href="https://alnk.to/31sVDzF">https://alnk.to/31sVDzF</a><br>First MonthFREE at MTNTOUGH Fitness with code ROOKIE <a href="https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH_ROOKIE">https://bit.ly/MTNTOUGH_ROOKIE</a><br>Save $150 onSteelhead Outdoors Gun Safes with code WESTERNROOKIE <a href="https://tr.ee/fbNvbFXX6Q">https://tr.ee/fbNvbFXX6Q</a><br>Save 10% onOllin Digiscoping Adapters with code TWOBUCKS <br><u>https://tr.ee/ZE1XcQ-fbb</u><br><u></u><br><u></u></p><p>00:00 – 06:32 Intro, Mathews Partnership&amp; New Bow Day Surprise</p><p>06:32 – 14:58 Lift vs ARC: Noise, Speed,Energy, and Why It Matters</p><p>14:58 – 22:24 Parallel vs Vertical LimbTravel &amp; The New SWX2 Cam</p><p>22:24 – 33:01 Riser Updates, IntegratedAccessories &amp; Real-World Setup Talk</p><p>33:01 – 44:32 Axle-to-Axle Choices: 30 vs34, Who Should Shoot What</p><p>44:32 – 58:03 Releases: Hinge,Resistance, Thumb, and the Shot Execution Conversation</p><p>58:03 – 1:10:06 Arrow Builds, FletchingSetups &amp; String Customization</p><p>1:10:06 – Color Options, Kodiak Brown,Closing Thoughts &amp; Season Plans</p><p></p>