Go to your local shop (or three) and test shoot every bow that interests you and is in your price range. Don'tjust try the fastest either, but shoot a variety. Loosing 15-20fps in IBO speed isn't the end of theworld if the bowfits you like a glove and you shoot it well. If possible, have a couple differenttechs measure your draw length and err on the shorter side.Being 1/2"too short is far better thanbeing 1/2" too long because the 3-5fps you gain by having atoo long draw length isn't worth anything when your form sucks and you can't hit anything. Once you are sure you know yourcorrect draw length make sure the the bows you test are set up for yourdraw length.If the draw length is wrong youwill not get an accurate "feel" for the bow.It's also a goodidea to have what type or release (if any) you plan on using and shoot withone similar. If the archeryshop isn't willing to go the extramile to set up eachbow right, then you might want toconsider lookingelsewhere, just don't waste their time with bows youknow you can't afford.

As far a accessories go, I'd recommend goingwith a drop-away style rest.I really love my Muzzy Zero Effect and think that it's the best rest available, but theTrophy Takeris a good rest for less money.Be willing to spend money on your sight too, at least$50.Single pin adjustable ormultiple pins is your choice. I like my single pin HHA Optimiser 5500.Bright pinsanddurable construction is what you want. Copper John Dead Nuts sights are a good value. You'll need a release, and I'd suggest a string loop, a peep sight, and a stabilzer and ifthe bow you pickdoesn't come with them, string and limb silencers. Really the sky's the limit. Just look over the accessories and consider what you want out of them and what you want to spend. I've found that if you go to a good shop the guys will answer your questions and steer you toward the best stuff for your purpose and setup. If you want to really know the guys opinion, find out what he has on his bow(s).

Good luck and happy shopping.

Mike