Nubo, I read your story about your bow. OUCH! Sorry to hear about that. Don't sweat it about getting an '03 model. It shoots almost 10fps faster than the '04 model.I wanted an '04 but ran across a deal on an '03 so I got it and don't regret it.

String lengthis 54 1/4 and cables are 35 3/4.

You can download owners manuals on Bowtech's website.