RE: How much to get started?
Check out the HighCountry Powerforce. My nephew got started into bowhunting this year and he got the bow with sights,rest,quiver,release,6 carbon arrows and a carrying case for about $450. The price may suggest that this is an entry level bow but its shoots great,its quiet,reasonably fast (around 265fps with a 29" draw set at 65#). My opinion is that Matthews and HighCountry are two companies that you can expect to get quality products no matter the price.