RE: What pound draw weight for all-around whitetails?
I agree with Dick and John--pretty much any modern recurve or deflex/reflex longbow 45# or more will produce the energy needed to do the job. You have to do your part by being prepared--get a bow that you can handle, make sure your arrows are flying straight, make sure your broadheads are sharp, and know/stay within your limits.
Good luck!
Chad
Long Bows Rule!