The right bow is a very personal thing--much moreso with longbows IMO, because longbows can vary so much. Really long, really short, straight limb, reflex, mild deflex/reflex, radical deflex/reflex, heavy mass weight, light mass weight, etc. etc. etc.

I second BC's advise--buy used. Until you've shot several bows, you won't really know what you like or don't like, or what works best for you. Take your time, look for a decent deal, take care of it, and you won't loose much if any money--might even make a few bucks.

Took me four years to decide on my first custom, and even then it wasn't "the" bow for me.

Big name and big prices don't mean you will like it--but then again you might, and buying used will save you a lot of money. Go to some shoots and check out as many as you can--you can't be sure it's "the" bow with a few shots, but often you can find out quick if you really don't like it.

Good luck!

Chad