I am currently shooting a 61 to 62# (at 30&quot Crusader longbow. My first longbow was a 66# Viper. I also shot a Martin Hunter that ended up being 70+# at 30". I also shoot a 65# compound(31&quot. The 5 to 6# difference is huge when it comes to being consistent and building good form. I found that the drop in weight made a big difference in ease of draw and ability to get a consisent anchor point. I think you'll shoot better with a lower weight. The Martin was just no fun to shoot and I prayed that I would hit the target every time. But manly men need to shoot big bows! Needless to say I shipped the Martin off today in a trade.