When getting back into Archery...

[Bullets_n_Octane]

I am honestly tired of modern firearm for big game in this state, and after 15 years, want to go back into Archery. Warmer seasons lighter gear and just a better time of the year to be in the woods for days on end...

My question is, what is a good bow to get into for someone, who after 15 years, is pretty much just starting out. Seeing how EVERYTHING is different now. I know a lot of factors go into a decision to buy a bow, but any input/advice is greatly appreciated...

[quadrafire]

Longbows/recurves have not changed. If you want to keep it simple and "light" 

[Bullets_n_Octane]

I want a Compound, been lookin at either a PSE or a Diamond...

[chukar hunter]

I have been very pleased with my PSE Brute.  Economical, durable and easy shooting.  PSE also has good customer service as they replaced my PSE BABY G Force with the new Brute X for free after my limbs began to get stress fractures.

Really any newer compound bow will shock you with speed and accuracy after 15 years on the bench

[Bullets_n_Octane]

I shot one last night at Cabela's for the first time and  MIND BLOWN!

Can't wait, at this point, I'd get anything... I'm tempted to get the 'Diamond Infinite Edge' I was lookin at last night... Fully adjustable and has evertyhing on it for $350.. seems like a good start...

[Revwrangler]

I love my Quest.

[Kioti]

Great question Bullet....
I just got into archery myself after years of black powder hunting. 
This is going to be a good thread to follow.

[Jonathan_S]

Have you shot it yet?  I (as a hunter in the same situation) would recommend shooting it.  I went and shot several bows in the entry level and it really helps you. 

[Bullets_n_Octane]

I did shoot it, and I really liked it, but with not shooting for 15 years, I would probably like shooting anything...

[et1702]

Go to the archery shop in Mt Vernon and try out Hoyt and Mathews bows.  I have one of each and like them both for different reasons.  Also, if you go to a pro shop, the pro will make sure you are fitted correctly.  Then, just pick the bow that you like to shoot best.

ET

[szairborne]

I love my PSE bows! I had a PSE Fireflite that was 20 years old, and it still performs great. Due to my deployment this year i was able to upgrade to a PSE Omen X Force. I cant wait to get back and try it!! I love PSE's and they are made to last!! One of my buddies got the PSE Bow Madness 3G package. It comes with everything! When we get back we are getting out in the woods asap. We will post if we get something.

Shayne

[jburkett]

I have been very pleased with my PSE Brute.  Economical, durable and easy shooting.  PSE also has good customer service as they replaced my PSE BABY G Force with the new Brute X for free after my limbs began to get stress fractures.

Really any newer compound bow will shock you with speed and accuracy after 15 years on the bench

   the brute is incredible for the money.  Quiet, quick and light.  I don't own one, but my hunting buddy does, and I'm more and more impressed every time I shoot it.  I would go and shoot as many different bows that you can and decide for yourself what fits you the best.  I shoot bow tech and most likely will never change, but, that doesn't mean they work for everybody.   Your bow should feel comfortable to shoot.

[sakoshooter]

Most bow manufacturers make great bows these days. Its all in what your wallet will allow and what feels best in your hands when YOU shoot it.
I would recommend getting a lesson just to start off with the correct form. Great Northwest Archery in Puyallup is a good shop and Doug only charges $25 for a half hour lesson.
My wife just got into it last Jan and I started her off with a lesson in Doug's shop. She now loves it and shoots damn good.
Welcome to the archery campfire early.

[Kioti]

Good advice sakoshooter....the wallet factor was a big thing for me when I bought my new bow a few weeks ago.
I have been shooting every day twice a day for the last week or so. 
The pro shop I bought it from told me to practice my draw form...then bring it back and they would take me to the range and help me dial in the sights.
Great customer service up there at Daves in Lynden.

I got a Mission Menace by Mathews.  I like it...its compact, light, and feels good to shoot.
Tonight we dial in the sights. 

[coachcw]

the more axle length you get lends to forgiveness take that into mind , hoyt , mathews , and bowtech are your three best choices in the market . I love my qwest bow but have found it to be hard on servings , there's a cheap factor that pse bow have that I cant get over ( cam axle travel )good luck.