I have one that I've been shooting that belongs to my son.
He bought the version with longbow limbs. I have really been impressed with this bow, but I cant comment on the recurve setup. The thing I like about the bow overall is that the riser is not bulky for a takedown yet it has some weight. I believe my son put a D10 string on it. Not the quietest or loudest bow I've shot but plenty quiet for hunting.
The grip is comfortable to me. I would not hesitate to recommend this bow, not only for a backup but an all the time bow also.
It shoots as good/better than some custom bows I've shot.