I just started shooting a longbow within the past 5 months. All I used to get started was a bow, some arrows, a finger tab, and an arm guard (very important unless you enjoy bruised formarms). Just post the info about your bow (the chinese writing) and some indication on your draw length. Then we can give some advice on the proper arrow spine and length. If you don't know how to measure your draw length put up a post and we'll try to walk you thru it, really easy. Good luck and the advice Arthur P and LBR gave is right on.