Just got the new Sportsman in and set it up for bow fishing. First thing I noticed, you definately will want to get these at lower poundage. 40 to 50 will be about right for most adults. String length is the same as the FX with the standard maxcam, but the cable is a different length. Limbs and idler are the same so this bow could be a dual purpose bow fairly easily. Shot it with a heavy aluminum several times, no finger pinch problem and nice to shoot. Little too cold for bowfishing here, but will be getting it out after some when it warms up.