I only herd of one problem with the riser and that was the cureing of the paint. This was only a problem with the first bows sold last year. I have one of thoes bows and where my hand rest on the grip the paint has worn off somewhat. The dealer keeps asking when I would like it replaced. I am going to get another season out of it before I get my free riser. I am very happy with it. Shooting flat to 25 yards, with aproved arrow weight from AR.[8D]