I just bought a Bear Element bow for my son as well, and it really appears to be a good bow. It is relatively lightweight. It is really quiet. And even though it's set at 50# for my son, I am extremely pleased with how it throws an arrow down range. I just purchased the bow itself for $299. I already had a WB rest, Trophy Ridge sight, and then I just picked up a Kwikee quiver to finish it up. He has never shot a bow before and he was already putting arrows in the zone at 15 yards. I was impressed.

As the others have also stated above...make sure you get the bow set-up for you. This is extremely important as it will determine your overall success and your ease of getting it tuned in. Good luck!!