My wife and I have talked about her going hunting with me next year also. She is about 5'6", 160 lbs. She has a weak right shoulder so I'm thinking about getting her a crossbow instead of a compound. That way she doesn't have to hold it at tension so long. I know you can kill a deer with a 45 - 50 lb bow, I would think an elk would take more than that. You might consider the crossbow option if it's legal in your state. It would be easier on her in my opinion. Barnett and horton make the best crossbows on the market. If you're going with the compound option, Hoyt SierraTec, or PSE Team Fitzgerald might be your best options. The PSE is a package deal for around $200.00. It's light, compact, and easy to draw. The Hoyt is specially designed for women and younger shooters. You can check out their webpage.

http://www.hoytusa.com
or
http://www.pse-archery.com
KEEP IT LEGAL. KEEP IT SAFE. OR WE MAY NOT GET TO KEEP IT AT ALL.

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