I'd second Stealthy's recommendation on buying used and going 40-45# in weight. No matter if you use sites (not my choice, it'll limit you) or not, you still need to be able to comfortably draw the bow. The worse thing you can do when picking up a stick is to overbow yourself. Bad habits will soon take over, stuff like short drawing the bow, not holding anchor and so on. When you first start shooting, you won't be wanting to strive for accuracy. Get close to the target butt and concentrate on your form, solid bow arm, smooth draw, solid anchor and smooth release. If any one of those things aren't consistent, even with sights, you won't be consistent in your shooting. Shoot often and develope consistent shooting techniques and you will do well with the bow. Buy some books on shooting a stick. It will help you to get the basics down and who better to learn from than those who have already made the mistakes. Most of all, lose the compound gotta hit the X mentality and have fun. X shooting will come later. <img src=icon_smile_wink.gif border=0 align=middle>