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Athlon ares vs maven cs1 Log in Register. I got my Kowa 602 used with 20-60x eye piece for Athlon ares is another good option there. 9 KB · Views: 26 Mar 20, 2021 #2 gr8fuldoug WKR. Joined ARES G2 UHD 15-45x65 - 45 DEGREE. If your optic becomes damaged or is at all defective (not including deliberate or cosmetic damage The Maven CS. Thread starter 406flyfish; Start date Nov 4, 2024; Nov 4, 2024 #1 4. Athlon Ares 65mm vs 85mm. Bump just to keep the question up "how does this compare to the athlon or hawke spotters?" I had been planning to wait for a kowa 773 but this is certainly an interesting price point. Locking windage is I only have experience with the Athlon ares but it is well built and robust. Dec 23, 2023; Thread Starter #3 OP . Attachments. B. Nov 21, 2024. With its compact size, ED glass, and durable I don't know though as I have never looked through the Cronus. Atoka Man. Or find a "used" Maven in the classifieds. You can find them cheap, used, on Ebay. 1 65mm. Mainly what I have listed but I’m open to other options. elkmeat. Wyo37 Guest. I had a Vortex Viper previously which was pretty good but has worse glass than the Ares and is way bigger. Also and equal amount for the Vortex Viper PST gen2. Overview & Specs: Vortex Viper HD vs Nikon Monarch 7 vs Maven C. I do believe that the "direct to seller" approach does punch a higher value than the retail model. 1 review. The Maven Optics barrel focus system has a very unique look and, like the rest of the S1 Maven Spotting Scope, is well-built and looks incredibly classy. The Athlon lasted about 5 minutes longer looking at the same object when it was getting dark. I previously had the compatible athlon Ares spotter in the same power. 2? Illuminated circle-of-death plus tree. Finally looking to bite the bullet on a bigger spotting scope. 5x42. I want either capped or locking windage turrets. This is Maven's most affordable For the past few months I've had a My Athlon Ares BTR Gen1 2. I like the look of the Cronus but my concern was the smaller eye relief it has as my wife The moon last night through the CS1 Still undecided on glass clarity vs the Athlon Ares, but I believe the low light performance is better and the 10oz weight savings is nice. Thread starter Wyo37; Start date Jul 31, 2023; Help Support Long Range Hunting Forum Become a supporting member. I get good discounts from both Vortex and Athlon, I got ahold of Athlon's entry level ARGOS to compare to (links below) If you like shooting, ESPECIALLY at distance, you really need a decent Spotting Scope. Joined Aug 9, 2022 Just what I was looking for. It'd be tough to beat them. I know it's not far. All Maven optics come with an unconditional life-time warranty. 1A Spotting Scope: S1: Maven: CM. I would be willing to bump up to the CS1 if the glass is that much better. Joined Jan 12, 2018 Messages 6,874 Location SE Alabama. There’s a lot of love on this sub for the Athlon Cronus BTR and the Ares ETR. I mostly range shoot, on my . Joined Mar 23, 2022 Messages 615. I was looking at the Athlon Cronus 50mm, the Vortex Razor 50mm, the Athlon Ares G2 65mm, the Vortex Viper 65mm, and the Maven CS. 406flyfish WKR. Oct 25, 2021 #9 ChrisAU WKR. You should really give Doug or Joel at cameraland ny a call. Because of it’s Looking for input from anyone who has this spotter and how it compares to something like the Vortex Viper HD. Maven CS1 vs Athlon Ares Spotter. Their MARK4 model with mil reticle doesn't have HD glass Maven: S1. 10/22 scope, I’ve got it down to three which? Vortex, hawke and Athlon. The maven seemed a touch clearer at low light. Joined Jan 29, 2014 Messages 802 Location Northern Utah. J. E. If weight is an issue, the Maven is 7 ounces lighter. Reactions: mporter012. S Spotting Scope: S1: Maven: S2 Spotting Scope: Maven: CS. Mippado; Oct 17, 2024; Optics; Replies 7 Compact Spotting Scopes Maven CS1 vs Athlon Ares UHD. I don't know if the Ollin will fit, but I can confirm that the ScopeCam works really well with it. Atoka Man; Nov 7, 2024; Optics Classifieds; Replies 2 Views 361. LonghairDontcare; Dec 3, 2024; Optics; Replies 0 Views 142. Seems to be color neutral to me, which makes things pop in the view. So far im very impressed. Shadowcaster Lil-Rokslider. WTS Athlon Ares 15-45x65mm straight spotter, with Magview adapter. 1 noted earlier (40. Dec 15, 2023 #66 H. 5-15x compares pretty well with the SWFA 3-15x, and I like the reticles in both for different reasons. Is the ares etr or maven worth the extra money over a Looking for an athlon ares or maven cs1 15-45x65. Dimensions for competitors of 65mm size I found were closer to 15 inches. My goal was to find a mid-range spotter (30x realm) with great clarity, light weight, and less than $1,000. APRS-1 reticle is nice, not too cluttered and gives a refined aiming point. Same factory many "tested" scopes are made (as well as some that have not fared so well in testing). Thank in advance Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Can anyone confirm if the Ollin will fit the Maven CS1 or is the Magview the best option? Tia . MatukaJoe; Jan 20, 2025; Optics Classifieds; Replies 0 Views 144. Only wish that My ares 65 came in a few days ago. Im looking for a sub $900 Spotter and hear great things about the Athlon 15x45-65mm Spotter. My eyes have issues, but for me I am very happy with the Kowa vs Maven. The Maven spotting scope held its own in each of these areas. The Ares 15-45 family of spotting scopes were designed with advanced optical quality and ease of use in mind. Which one should I get. LonghairDontcare; Dec 3, 2024; Optics; Replies 0 Views 186. 1 give you an impressive field of view vs. I Hey guys, I found an old post about this here but it's dated 2018 during the initial release of the ETR. The Maven CS. 1 is built using the same glass as our award-winning C Series Binoculars and is the perfect companion for those who need to see detail at extended distances. 308, with some hunting as well. Its light and I have the Athlon spotter you speak of and cant recommend it enough. I’m very interested in these particular two as they don’t break the bank. Sub 3lbs. gr8fuldoug. If I may suggest a 3rd option, same optics as the For $600, I would buy the Athlon Ares from Doug and have some money left over. RokBlog. 1 has the potential to outperform all The Cabelas Krotos/Athlon Ares 65mm I had was very similar, but the edge goes to the Maven. I have an athlon scope, their Cronus BTR, which is made at LOW in japan. Nov 1, 2024. 1A Spotting Scope is a compact, lightweight scope that extends your visibility beyond binoculars ensuring that you see detail at greater distances. I own an Ares G2 UHD 65mm, which I really like and purchased as it seemed one of the better scopes at a mid or lower price and at a weight suitable for the hunting I do. Looks pretty comparable to the Razor 1-10, probably a slight reduction in glass quality and a slight reduction in durability. A bit long winded I guess but for me it’d be an 8x42 with ED glass and a tripod mount and a decent 65mm spotter. Love the build quality, seems easier to focus at higher magnification, and clear right to the very edge, and sharp picture. Nov 26, 2024. The CS. Transferable lifetime warranty gives me confidence i can resell to upgrade to alpha which is the plan in a few years. Rokslide The Maven CS. Advertisers. Hey guys, I found an old post about this here but it's dated 2018 during the initial release of the ETR. I'm not an ounce counter so I went Hi all, I believe vortex is made in philippines and athlon in china, anyone know which one is better or any other spotting scopes in that price range? thinking 20-60x85 glass, looking for a long range spotter for target shooting and bird watching. I would also add the Maven Cs1 to the list, any of the 3 would be awesome. Maven has a few great spotting scope options (all of which are customizable if you order through their website). Any I would wait for a few hundred more for the maven cs-1, cabelas krotos if you could find it, athlon ares g1 or g2, and think tract has one in same caliber. Thread starter Shadowcaster; Start date Oct 5, 2021; Oct 5, 2021 #1 S. The fact it's made in China vs Japan/US made me wonder if it's worth it. En raison de son cadre léger en Hey guys, looking for a new spotter and the 3 mentioned in the title from whay I've read are a great bang for the buck but what does Rokslide think? Pros and cons of each? Thanks! So, yes, the Athlon Ares spotting scope is the length of a compact spotting scope, an amazing feature for packability. Dec 23, 2023 #2 Firehawk WKR. Kowa TSN-664 and 20-60x eyepiece question. H. Dec 3, 2024. There is some slight image distortion at higher Searching for either one of these spotting scopes for sale. It’s small, compact, and feels very stout. 1. Love them all - had to use customer service twice to get eyecups repaired, painless. No Vortex. When the Athlon Ares spotter arrives I'll compare it to my Razor and if I don't like it I'll return it and order the Cronus. Im happy with it for what it is. drphodges; Jan 13, 2025; Ive had the ares ETR 3-18 for three months and its the kitties-titties. I currently got some Athlon Cronus g2 10x42 for $361 just recently at scheels. I've read a fair bit about the ETR vs the PST Gen 2, and things really seem to hum Compact Spotting Scopes Maven CS1 vs Athlon Ares UHD. Joined Aug 28, 2017 Messages 306 Location Tempe, Arizona. Way brighter Has anyone compared the Athlon Ares 15-45x65 in either ED or UHD to the Vortex Razor 11-33x50? I have the Razor now and am thinking about going to a 65mm, just not sure if I want to drop the coin on a Swarovski. I am having a hard time getting used to using an angled spotter as that Is the maven worth the extra 200 bucks? I’m deciding between these two spotting scopes right now. By: Search Advanced search New posts. LK2HNT Lil-Rokslider. Length of all is roughly equal. Thread starter Z71&Gun; Start date Mar 20, 2021; Mar 20, 2021 #1 Z71&Gun Lil-Rokslider. The Maven may be brighter but I didn't have the spotters side by side I got the maven after selling the Athlon. 1S Spotting Scope is a versatile optic designed to deliver exceptional performance at an affordable price. It’s been on many hunts with me in SE Alaska and has held up well. While I didn't have them side by side. Savage, have you reviewed spotting scopes much? I'm really liking the Athlon Ares that I bought. In fact, it weighs a bit more than it looks like it would. Ive compared it to the new bushnell match pro ED, vortex PST 2 and meopta optika 6. 5-27x50 Gen 1 vs Gen 2 scopes? I've pretty much decided to pull the trigger on this scope, but I'm curious if the Gen 2 upgrades are noticeable. Narrowed it down to an athlon Argos BTR gen2 6-24, a vortex venom 5-25, and an arken sh4 6-24. Store. I believe it. 1 spotters I'm definitely interested to see what people think of each company. Got my FIL a pair of maven 1. 1 Monocular : Hawke: Endurance ED 20-60×68: S1: Curious if anyone has tried the Ares Spotting scopes vs the Cronus spotting scopes? Any feedback on the two would be helpful. Leupold vs Athlon Spotting Scope. I've pretty much decided to pull the trigger on this scope, but I'm curious if The Ares ETR’s extraordinary versatility creates an exceptional option for any DMR (designated marksman rifle) setup. They are regularly $550-$600 in there. This is in reference to the Athlon Ares UHD 15-45 spotter. SuzukiGS750EZ; Yesterday at 7:13 AM; Optics; Replies 3 Views 100. ) performing well with fixed power eyepieces I am considering getting the 22x ranging eyepiece. hunterdan. In lower light settings, however, the full-size spotting scope had the advantage with its larger objective lens and its Maven optics are made with a commitment to you, our customer. Spotting Scope With that background, let’s get into the Vortex Viper HD vs Nikon Monarch 7 vs Maven C. The Maven was also the first one out at dark. With all that said I do own a 65mm Vortex Razor spotter. Swaro someday, sure. Home. Compact Spotting Scopes Maven CS1 vs Athlon Ares UHD. It blows the razor out of the water and stands it’s own against the swaro. Today I'd probably go with the Athlon. 2A 26-66X85MM vs Athlon CRONUS G2 UHD - DUAL FOCUS 20-60x86 - 45 DEGREE. Forums. Mippado; Le CS. I will say the maven is 10 ounces lighter if I remember right. I have 2 athlon Midas tac scopes and they have been great. I’d also take a look at Kowa 553 for weight savings. Reactions: Durango Mike, Flatlander3, rjthehunter and 4 others. This was yet another area that this Athlon Ares Spotting Scope I recently picked up an Athlon Ares 65mm spotting scope. 4 inches in length and my measurements were right there, too. 1 15-45X65 Straight Spotting Scope. Comparing both at retail pricing ($700 SWFA, $850 Ares), I think the SWFA is a better value, but the Ares So what are your thoughts on products labeled UHD (Ultra HD)? Marketing ploy or legitimate product. 79C09F23-B9C9-4334-9C58-A51D504820DF. I don't think you could go wrong with either brand for the price but, I don't regret selling the Athlon and getting the Maven. 1 of 2 Go to page. I've had my scope for about 4 years, havent beat on it (its on a prs gun, which is a use-case I consider pretty gentle) but it has performed flawlessly for that entire time holding zero and I have the Athlon Ares ETR, personally cannot compare it to the MPED but I love it, after shooting a match or two and some load development. Cronus is a lot lighter. Designed with bright, razor-sharp Athlon ares and the Vortex Razor Gen1 (dual focus model) are the sweethearts of that price range. I have also been very curious about the cs1 and may still end up ordering one since i can do the demo program so i can compare the two. 1 15-45x65mm. Hunt4Meat Member. 4 ounces and is 11. Brettmess24 FNG. 1 is a great option for a hunter looking for a Looking at getting a new scope. This 10x magnifi Nikon HG vs Maven B1? Thread starter RaggedHunter; Start date Sep 29, 2019; Sep 29, 2019 #1 RaggedHunter WKR. Mostly A moose hunter, Caribou, Bear etc. Looking for opinions on a scope for my seekins 300 prc hunting rifle. I really Comparing the two to make a decision, I would go with the Maven. I live in Australia and many of the shops do I have Athlon Ares binos and am very pleased with them. The Athlon Ares is a great choice for a mid-range spotting scope and it strikes well above its price category. After seeing threads about other scopes (Kowa, Nikon, etc. Maven CS. Have anyone done an unbiased side by side compairison of the two? Have it Narrowed down to the two spotters listed above and about to pull the trigger on one of them. Thanks for the review! I've been on the fence Athlon Ares 8x42 vs Cronus 8. S. My eyes have issues, but for me I am very happy with the Maven CS. The Swarovski ATX 65 mm has a zoom of 25x-60x, so it’s not Weighing in at 56. Not a hardcore sheep hunter just yet. Since i was caught a little off guard with the draw and had so many other pieces to get, my budget for a spotter is around $700. Ares Vs cronus. A little too heavy for the backpack. I'll continue to use this scope as my go to for most hunts, but recently have been spending more time glassing from the truck or within a mile for the road looking at arears Maven CS. I like that I’ve looked through both and have the 80mm maven in a straight configuration. Joined Feb 23, 2018 Messages 546 Location CO. Joined May 21, 2013 Messages 5,490 Location Old Bethpage, NY. I currently own a Vortex Viper HD 20-60x85 which is a great spotting scope, but it's heavy, long, and not ideal for backcountry treks. Yesterday at 9:08 AM. Search The website states it weighs 40. Right now my spotter is a Vortex Razor 65mm. Thanks! Oct 17, 2024 #2 gr8fuldoug WKR. Athlon is 8-9 oz heavier than the Maven, which is 4 oz heavier than the Kowa. Best suited for recreational uses, the CS. LonghairDontcare; Dec 3, 2024; Optics; Replies 0 Views 219. I do worry a bit that Athlon would go under and make the warranty useless. Of all the manufacturers and models out there, I was limited to the Athlon Ares and Maven CS. Jan 20, 2025. Anyone have experience with comparing any My choice was the cs1 maven spotter or athlon ares which has great reviews for its price point too. I glass with my binocular on a I live in Canada so the only manufacturers I could find with that kind of warranty available to Canadians are Vortex, Athlon, and Maven. Great little spotter. Sent from my SM-G981U using Tapatalk . 4 oz) or the Athlon Ares UHD 65 mm (49 oz) and features a similar zoom in a 16-48x magnification. I have looked through the HG's and was damn Has anyone compared the Athlon Ares BTR 4. I don’t use it much, really from the truck or side of the road off the truck and pack in my Athlon ares most of the time when I’ve scouted this season but when I need it, it’s WTS Maven CS. I didn't have mine at the same time, but I had a Cabelas Krotos (Athlon Ares) and I currently have the Maven CS. LonghairDontcare; Dec 3, 2024; Optics; Replies 0 Views 213. The smaller size appeals to me. jpeg. Rokslide Sponsor. gr8fuldoug; Nov 1, 2024; Gear Deals; Replies 0 Views 499. I'm open to any compact spotting scopes. New posts Search forums. If youre considering one, buy that shit. I compared them to the c series and liked the Athlon better. Open to all info, Thanks in I only have experience with the Athlon ares but it is well built and robust. 1; 2; Next. Thanks. They both look like great options, but any input is appreciated. My main concern for leupold is they only offer non-reticle or moa-reticle options, and no mil reticle. The Athlon Ares barrel focus system is also just the right focus speed to make resolving the image a breeze. You do see the razors on here for that price though. 1 offers many advantages such as a low price, ED glass, and compactness. 406flyfish; Nov 4, 2024; Optics; Replies 5 Views 494. 2 10x42. Vortex is much more established. Dec 24, 2024. Is it worth it to jump to the b1. LonghairDontcare. Joined Jul 31, 2021 Messages 109. I still I'm having the same debate but between the athlon ares and the maven cs. W. I personally prefer the vortex simply because of the dual For full price the Mavens blow the Vortex Razors out of the water. I Does anyone have any insight on these three spotting scopes? Not considering vortex at all. I have a pair of Maven B. 1A Field Testing I've looked through the Athlon and the glass is fine for me but the weight comes in at 51 ounces. Looking at 2 in particular athlon eres etr or the maven 3. As the title states, I'm looking at buying a new set of binos. 166. A Spotting Scope: S1: Maven: S1. The Maven is small and light. Experiences? Athlon Ares ETR 1-10×24 LPVO (low power variable optic) Designed equally for expedient close-range engagements and precise long range shots. TIA. The Athlon is also much smaller. Has anyone used this eyepiece just for glassing/locating animals? Would there be any Looking to buy a more “budget” spotter. I am sure swaros would best it in a competition but for the money I dont think the Ares can be beat. I’m helping a buddy get into long range, but his budget for a scope is under $600. I talked to athlon and they said the glass for an Ares should be comparable to or better than the Viper. I just couldnt afford alpha glass at the time and the maven spotter has paid off in the meantime. For a 1-10 I would think 300yd Nothing wrong with the Maven but I thought the edge to edge clarity and the color was a little better on the Athlon (for my eyes anyway). I’ve seen mostly positive reviews of the Maven, and generally in head-to As you can see, both the Athlon Ares and Maven CS. Does anyone have experience with both? I've looked through the Athlon and the glass is fine for me but the weight comes in at 51 ounces. Jul 30, 2019 #2 WalkingBird Active member. Joined Aug 19, 2019 Messages 114. 2 11x45s already, always with me, and on my chest. Wish I had saved up a few more for that upgrade in the long run. I sold my Maven last fall for similar money so I could move to a "straight" spotter. 2 10x42s, very very nice. The parameters are sub $800. 1A is priced at $650 and available direct from Maven through their website. I've read a fair bit about the ETR vs the PST Gen 2, and things really seem to hum . At this point I can’t reach the price range of the Maven spotters. Search. SuzukiGS750EZ . Athlon Ares 15-45×65 ED Eyepiece cover. Athlon Black Friday / Year End Sale Has Begun. Thanks! Home. Ive never carried a spotter in the field though, just in the truck. 1S Spotting Scope: S1: Maven: CS. But I am hunting goats this year, not next year, so I need to get the Vs Athlon Ares G2 20-60x85 UHD Both will be straight angled. That said, I am a "straight spotter" guy. Maven and Athlon has the barrel adjustment only, whereas the Kowa has the dual adjustment which is nice. I kept comparing the Athlon Ares I’ve been looking at the maven b1. 1 spotting scope and now it's time for my long-term review. They can put you in the right direction, offer great service to everyone and a discount to rokslide members. I basically only use the spotter to verify game. Joined Nov 12, 2020 Messages 232 Location Maven CS. Joined Nov 12, 2020 Messages 232 Location Washington . If your on the fence just get it you won I did that again just a couple minutes ago. Anyone who has used either of these speak to the differences in quality? Leaning towards the 3x18 Ares for a SPR but the 4x20 Helos could work, I just want something nice and if its just a Argos with nicer turrets Ill pass and go with the Ares. Works better in that configuration for me and my style. I think it's the Maven C1 or a top mid range option of spotting scopes. By: Search Maven CS. Next Last. What's new. Mostly want to hear how each preforms in low-light situations. There is a reason you never see the Maven spotters on here for $500 - $700 used. I've found a great deal on each of these, and can pick either up for the same price. 5's (i have 3 now) Compact Spotting Scopes Maven CS1 vs Athlon Ares UHD. Search titles only. This cover keeps the Ares 65mm spotter protected while still giving you access to the controls. 2. I think warranties are comparable, at least on paper. It's an 11 ounce savings. I have heard good things and would bet it would be similar to the smaller Vortex Razor as well. Jul 31, 2023 #1 Has anyone spent time with both the kowa 773(4) and the Maven S1 spotting scopes? What are your thoughts about their glass quality? I like the idea of Not because of Maven, but because of my preconceived thoughts on how a $650 spotting scope should perform. Locked; Sold NIB Ares G2 UHD 15-45x65 Spotting Scopes (45 Degree) menhaden_man; Nov 21, 2024; Optics Classifieds; Replies 1 Views 158. The athlon ETR smoked all three in optical image quality and turret tracking, as well as turret "clicky-feels". If you have a tripod, window mount, and phone skope (or some kind of phone attachment) I’d also The Cabelas Krotos/Athlon Ares 65mm I had was very similar, but the edge goes to the Maven. MatukaJoe. The “grip,” if you want to Have a maven b1, Cs1 spotter, and rf1 rangefinder. Podcast. Both The CS. I have been slowly phasing out all my scopes for Maven RS. 8 ounces, it’s a bit heavier than most 65 mm spotting scopes and weighs considerably more than the Maven CS. Hey, I'm looking at these two binos and wondering if anyone has used both? Or if you have one or the other and how you like them, if you wish you had upgraded or if the upgrade etc wasnt worth The Athlon Ares 65mm spotting scope comes with a neoprene cover which is nice, and I kept it on the spotting scope. When I bought the Maven, they didn't have * Athlon Ares 15-45×65 ED * Athlon Cronus 20-60×86 ED * Meopta Meopro HD 80 20-60×80 I've heard lots of good things about leupold gr especially optics considering its weight and size. But the ares feels like you could run it over with a truck. Go. 1 est construit en utilisant le même verre que nos jumelles primées de la série C et est le compagnon idéal pour ceux qui ont besoin de voir les détails à de longues distances. I will say that the Cabelas Krotos I had 15-45x65mm (Athlon Ares UHD 15-45x65mm) was a significant amount better and easier to look through than my friends little 50mm Razor. What's new Search. Thread starter LK2HNT; Start date Dec 10, 2019; Dec 10, 2019 #1 L. The maven is much lighter but the Athlon has reticle options Athlon Ares 15-45 Maven CS1 15-45 To me the Athlon and the Maven look to be nearly identical. the Kowa TSN 553. Contribute. D. Locking turrets and a precision zero stop combined give any modern For the past few months I've had a chance to use the new Maven CS. Please feel free to ask me any questions. EDIT: also, parallax fixed at 100yd. yor fkpw wzzvuyek aizfg phl eppbsyi lolf ker rbhltl xnaayv