I would agree with badlands, go and try a few out. I bought mine online, and although I did a bunch of research and like my bow, I think I probably could have found one that fit me better and was set up better if I spent the extra money to buy it at an actual bow shop. Or you could always go try a bunch and then search for and buy the one you like online, but I would say its important to shoot a few bows so you can get a good idea what your draw length, draw weight, and other things that fit you specifically. As far as what bow to get specifically everyone has different preferences, but PSE seems to make good bows for a reasonable price, but Mathews are really nice too.