Grizz- I have a Kota TFX and like it. I also have several other bows, expensive and not so expensive, and like them. Please don't spend much money on a first bow. As advised, get a light weight inexpensive bow to start with. I probably have more bows than 3 or 4 people together should have, and I doubt that spending over $500 will get you a better bow. As you spend more I believe you are getting better woods to look at, nicer finish to admire, inlays to drool on, etc. Here's what you need to think about more than 'brand'- length, draw weight, mass of riser, high, med. or low grip and TD or one piece. Good luck.