RE: new bow suggestions for less than $300?
Will you be happy with a $300 dollar bow, or would you just think about how you wanted something more...
If you would be happy with a $300 dollar bow, I'd look at a good PSE. It looks like you should be able to get a Typhoon for around that price. And that would be a really nice bow.
If you think you'll always want something else, just get a good stand or some more camo. You'll be happy with $300 more hunting stuff either way if you are anything like me <grin>.