I've been at it 49 years and haven't quite got it right just yet.[:-] Sure is a lot of fun tho...

I agree with Ossage. Grab an old Shakespeare or Pearson recurve that's in good shape and get with it. One of those won't affect your wallet much at all. After you've shot that one for awhile, you'll have a much better idea of what you really want when it comes time to order that new bow.