In general, longer bows are considered to be more stable. Some of this perception arises from the greater moment of inertia of longer risers and their mass distribution. Another portion of this feeling of stability and full draw comfort is generated by the larger string angle and tighter peep-to-eye distance that longer bows produce. But longer bows aren't ideal for hunting where a more compact rig is preferred. For only the second time in the history of Hoyt, we are offering a flagship bow with an axle-to-axle less than 30 inches. The AX-2 29 is 29.5 inches axle-to-axle, but thanks to Hoyt Optimized Geometry, it holds and shoots like a longer axle-to-axle bow. Hoyt Optimized Geometry means the AX2 and RX9 can be compact rigs for hunting but still shoot like longer axle-to-axle bows, providing the stability and forgiveness demanded by serious bowhunters. How does this work? It has to do with the "effective string angle", meaning where the string comes off the cams at full draw. Alpha AX2 29 features an effective 31-1/16 axle-to-axle yielding a better peep position and string angle than typical 29 axle-to-axle bows with tighter string angles and uncomfortable peep positions. For most shooters, a larger, more obtuse string angle will be preferred as it gives a more comfortable anchor point and brings the peep sight closer to the eye, and Hoyt's Optimized Geometry offers that, even in a compact hunting bow. Product Features Short Stop 2.0 Stabilizer HBX SD Cam System, premium short draw performance WireWRX Strings & Cables 1,500 Dry-Fire Test Draw force curve to make the draw as smooth and effortless as possible More natural to hold when shooting at steep angles from tree stands or in the mountains, and provides a more forgiving bow under the pressure of a high-adrenaline shot Out of the box, the AX-2 series bows are .4 pounds lighter than their Alpha X predecessors In-Line Accessory System Product Specifications FPS (ATA): 310 Axle-To-Axle: 29 1/2" 4.1 pounds Brace Height: 6" Draw Length: 25" Draw Weight: #50