Not much I can add, but I prefer the older Bear bows over the new ones--at least the ones I have seen and shot. They might not accept the newer string materials, but they shoot great, and have character that the new ones seem to lack. If you can find an old Grizzley or Black Bear at a decent price, and it's in good shape, jump on it--excellent shooters (pay no attention to the physical beauty, or lack of it--some of those old bows with the mint green glass are a bit homely). Several of the old Shakespeare and Ben Pearson's as well--there are still quite a few old Pearson Cougars around, and they are great shooters and do not command a collector's price.

Good luck!

Chad

Long Bows Rule!