Everyone has given good advice. The only thing I could add is make sure you try all the different manufacturers out there. Hoyt makes good bows, I almost bought one myself but ended up with a Martin Phantom II. But so does Mathews, PSE, Martin, Champion, BowTech, and a couple of others I can't remember right now. Don't be influniced by the bows name or price tag. Look more for feel, stability, speed, weight, and forgivness. Good Luck on your search and let us know what you find.

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