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What are the advantages to a recurve over a longbow. The shorter recurve is better in thick cover, and are they faster also. Is so, are there any general rules as to how much faster? Im asking because I'd REALLY like to get one or the other. I don't plan on hunting with one for awhile, but longbows seem to be cheaper. I'm 19 so thats a BIG plus.

Pros/Cons of Long Vs. Recurve: