Speed is nice. I' d take a fast bow that handles, shoots and tunes exactly the same as a slower bow any day of the week. But I have yet to see a fast bow that' s ANYWHERE near as as good at combining a smooth and easy draw, sweet shooting, braindead-easy tuning, forgiveness and consistent accuracy as a basic old round wheel bow. I gladly give up speed for those characteristics.

Speed is all you need? Outright BS, especially for a hunting rig. Forgiveness in imperfect conditions, precise accuracy and a quiet shot are what you NEED. Let speed fall where it may. It doesn' t matter if that speed winds up at 180 fps or 340 fps, you' re going to need a sharp knife after the shot.