I shoot a PSE Coyote at 55 # and like it. Shot a 9 pointer at 28 yds. last week with a pass through the lungs. I' d suggest a takedown and start at lower weights as everyone else suggests. You can always get higher weight limbs for a takedown as you progress. Martin is another good name in recurve bows at reasonable prices. I agree that a recurve is a better choice than a long bow also.