I would try to get a used bow at about 40 pounds...Don't buy anything other than a retreiver for the reel. All other rigs will give you too much drag with the light poundage. Use a Muzzy or Stingeree tip on your glass arrows. Good luck young one! I'm proud of you. I started bowfishing at your age and I'm 33 now...enjoy your free time to take fish daily...when you get older you'll be lucky to make it out twice per year...have fun and aim low! Also - Take alot of picture of your fish...Savor those memories.