Horton Ascent

October 28, 2010 By Staff Report

Horton goes vertical.

By Bowhunting Staff Report

Horton"s journey into the world of vertical bows includes the compact (30 inches axle-to-axle) Ascent. Eight inches of draw length adjustment, seven-inch brace height, 65- to 80-percent letoff, Horton"s OS-3 Cam System and T60-61 aluminum riser all come together to fire arrows at an advertised 310 fps.

The Ascent also comes standard with Tunerz Products for quiet performance and an adjustable carbon cable guard.

Contact: Horton Manufacturing Company, LLC, Dept. PB, 484 Tacoma Avenue Tallmadge, OH 44278; (330) 633-7751.

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