Paul, what you said makes perfect sense. I am buying my first bow and have been contemplating what you just described. I got measured at the local pro shop but am eyeing a bow package on the internet. I have been going over it in my head trying to decide if it is worth it. You have confirmed what I have been thinking. The service you will get at the local shop outweighs the $50 you might save. Not to mention the frustration of buying a cookie cutter package. Thanks for the advise.