I'm 5'6" with about a 65" wingspan. Right now I have a PSE Nova that is about 3.5 years old, and I'm really, REALLY wanting to upgrade to a bigger/faster/quieter bow. However, I believe my draw is only 26" (now this is with a string loop and mechanical release). When I go into a pro shop such as BassPro, they dont' have any serious bows in the 26" draw length.

I would really like to shoot 70lbs, but maybe a good quality bow set at 60lbs would give the arrow speed/penetration I'm seeking. Would it be a good idea to just try and find a 27" draw bow that I like and not use a string loop? I was told by the archery worker that it's better to have a string loop since it won't wear out your bow string as fast.

BTW, they tested my draw with my anchor point and I was between 27" and 27.5" (this was on a bow without a string loop).

One day, when I graduate and get some extra cash, I'd love to look into the Bowtech bows, but until then, I'll have to stick with a less expensive one. Any thoughts on a good bow in the $300 range? I like the parrallel limb look, as well as their benefits. The PSE Typhoon is about this price, any one with this bow or some experience with it?

Sorry for the long post and all the questions...I'm a relative noobie with a lot still to learn.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

EDIT: Before someone pipes in and says to just shoot a bunch of bows to see what I like ...that's not really an option, as this bass pro around here doesn't have an indoor range. Best I can do is to draw the bows back.