I shot the maximas for several years then decided to "upgrade" to the GT Hunter XTs because so many folks swore by them. I don't have anything bad to say about them, I just didn't care for them any more than the maximas. This year a friend talked me into trying out the Easton Axis and so far I prefer them over the other two. One thing I have found consistent between different brands is I prefer a longer 3" vane to the blazer regardless of the arrow.