I'm looking at purchasing a crossbow for hunting primarily Elk. Regulations in my area (B.C.) state that I must have a draw weight of 150lbs or a bolt weight of 250 grains with a minimum cut width of 1 1/16". I was looking in a catalog and found lots of tips in the 125 grain range so I assume the entire bolt weight will make up the 250 grain weight. So I could if I chose use a 50lb bow with a 250grain bolt or a 150 lb bow with a lighter bolt. What are the advantages/disadvantages of a lighter bolt/heavier bow vs hevier bolt/lighter bow? Initially I was thinking I would just get a 150lb bow and use whatever bolt I wanted.

I've been looking around the interweb at crossbows and find a huge disparity in price. I assume the ones on ebay that come with a scope for $59 are probably crap. What brands are good and what would be a decent price to pay for a decent crossbow. I'm inclined to go with a straight bow as opposed to a compound just because of the simplicity of them.

Any and all insight appreciated.

Thanks.