As being a loyal and long time customer of PSE I can tell you I have shot them all. What bow do you currently have? Why are you upgrading? The Spyder is an excellent beginner bow but I woudl say go to your local PSE dealer and shoot as many PSE bows possible. I tell you what though I bought my Nova back in 2002 and am still shooting the bow. I have had absolutely no problems with the bow what so ever. As much as id like to upgradeI see no reason for me to upgrade as long as the bow is performing the way I want and need it to. But to answer your question, yes the PSE Spyder is a great bow and should fit your needs.