Sorry I haven' t replied Raymond--my experience with PSE traditional bows hasn' t been very good. I have heard more positive comments about the Coyote than any of their other traditional bows though, and the aluminumn riser should be reliable.

Remember, archery is a mental exercise as well as a physical one. You are more likely to hit your target when you have it in your mind that you will. What type of game do you hunt? 45# is plenty for whitetail, as long as you can do your part--hit the spot with an arrow that is flying straight and tipped with a very sharp broadhead. If you are not comfortable with a shot past 15 yds, then limit yourself to shots that are 15 yds or less. My buck was taken last Saturday at less than 10 yds, and I had a doe walk by the evening before at less than 5. I' ve had several deer get within 15 yds and less, both in a treestand and on the ground.

If you can hit your target with the heavy arrows, and they fly straight (no wobble), then go for it. I prefer a heavier arrow myself--they make for a quieter shot and great penetration.

I see guys shooting traditional tackle that probably shouldn' t be allowed in the woods, but that is their choice. On the other hand, you can' t always judge an archer on how well they shoot targets. I know a fellow who won' t shoot tournaments, because he says he can' t shoot well at all at foam--but he has taken gobs of big game with a longbow, and at least one huge bear with a selfbow. I don' t understand it, but I reckon it can be that way for some folks. Maybe their level of concentration hits a higher level on living animals?

Anyhow, best of luck with your bow, and when you score with it let us know!

Chad