Most bows shoot better maxed out then let down all the way. Also on some bows when you let the limbs out like that it changes draw length and brace height too. Just some thing to think about. I like to shoot at 62-63 lbs. My new Vectrix XL maxed out at 62 ¾. I got lucky.

old/new, let us know what u decide.

Another consideration would be hunting vs target shooting. In my winter leagues, I reduce draw weight for target shooting. In the summer and fall, I increase it for 3-d practice and hunting. Of course, I need two completely different sets of arrows to do this properly.

It's done...ordered a Diamond Liberty a couple of hous ago. It just seems to "fit" me.

25"
50-60#
blank (no accessories)

Now I need to check out a site, rest, quiver, peep, arrows & broadheads. And whatever else. Always ready for input.

if you go with a 40-50 and max the limbs out, it will a) shoot better and b) still pull around 52-53lbs

oops too late. i figured if you shot both you would have went with the hoyt no doubt, but if the diamond felt better then great.

I did shoot both. The archery shop guy even changed the draw length on both bows. Shot them both at the same weight too. Both shot and felt great. For some reason the Diamond Liberty felt "easier" to me. It just felt a touch nicer to draw. Both were quiet. I know the Hoyt is a popular bow on this forum and deservedly so. Believe me it wasn't the $100 difference. I just said to myself, "this is me" and bought the Diamond.

I owned a liberty in 04 when bowtech sold them with the freedom cam and they are as sweet of a bow as anything thats out right now. Extremely smooth. No speed demon, but a great feeling bow. If the diamond is the same then Id say its a great bow and a great deal too. The vectrix and the liberty to feel very similair.