I shoot a PSE now but shot a golden eagle for years and had no problems at all. The only thing that I have heard bad about the North American Archery Group bows is that it is tough to get them worked on when you have problems. But you know what they say about rumors, I don't know that first hand. Good luck, shoot lots of bows and like it has been said several times above, shoot what you can afford and feels comfortable. Don't get sucked in by a name. Let us know what you decide on.