Welcome back.

I'd suggest checking your state minimum requirements for big game as far as draw goes, and go with that the first year. Around here it is 40 pounds, I think that would be a great starting point.

If you want to go with a new bow, I'd take Arthurs advise on the Viper. If your draw is 26 or under, I'd go with a Howard Hill bow that you can get for $200.00. Or you could go the used bow route and get something. try the tradgangs classified.