I developed an itch for a bow to do some recreational shooting in the back yard. I'm also newbie when it comes to the bow. I like to buy/trade used to save some $$$ so that the hit will not be so bad if I decide it is not for me. So I see all of the compound bows on this site and craigslist but I am unsure of what I am getting. Measuring my wing span and using the formula I am looking at around a 28" draw. Also from what I have been reading I'd be better off starting with something in the 60-70lbs draw weight. Are the Mathews bows that are popping up on craigslist worth anything? Should I just find a PSE or Bowtech setup. I really wouldn't mine finding someone willing to trade a nice setup for a p229 as cash is a little low right now. I'm in Denham Springs so the closest big box store is Bass Pro. I'm going to head over there today and look around.