Of those two, z7 easy by a mile landslide

My first suggestion is to not listen to what fits other people good. These other people are not you. Shoots as many different bows as you can from as many manufacturers as you can. One bow does not fit two people the same. The fanboys will try to sway you to their type of bow. I currently shoot an Elite and an Athens. This is because they fit me the best. So after all this. Shoot what fits you not what fits other people.

Z7, awesome bow, try smithfield great people

Thanks everyone I really appreciate it
I did shoot the z7 at smithfield and it was an amazing smooth shooting bow. I have looked and called everywhere and cant seem to find a bear carnage ANYWHERE! If anyone know of a place please let me know! thanky ou

Check Outdoor Pro Shops in Garland on Beltline. They have good pricing and selection. I shot 2 different bows there today to see which one fits me better. Good people there.

Jim, So does your boss know you were bow shopping on company time? Did you get an offer for your old bow?
I'm thinking about going in there either today or tomorow to shoot.

I shoot a Mathews Z7 and my 21 year old son shoots a Hoyt Maxxis. Generally you get your first bow and you stay wiht that brand for a long time and through several bows. However, I shot my son's Maxxis and I must say that it gives the Z7 a run for its money.

You need to shoot the Hoyt before you make your decision. I hate to say it, but it really is a sweet shooting bow. This is my second season with my Z7 and I am not going to change for at least two or three more seasons, but the Maxxis really is a nice bow.

I shot that Carbon Matrix and it is nice, but it is not worth the extra money compared to the Z7 or Maxxis. It is crazy expensive.