Good performing R/D or hybrid longbow in #45 range?

[RedShaft]

I'm wanting to go back to the longbow, I'm dropping down in draw weight to #45.
For those of you who shoot lighter weight draw what R/D longbow, or hybrid longbows do you guys like that performs well at that lighter weight?
I have a 28in draw and want a bow that's smooth drawing but reasonable length to be able to shoot from a stand.
Thanks guys!

[ron w]

Talk to Chad Holm of Holm-Made Bows, his Osprey or Goshawk will fill the bill and not break the bank. Excellent performance, stunning workmanship and a fantastic guy to deal with. There is a reason I have 7 of his bows, recurve and longbows.

[longbow fanatic 1]

A&H ACS 66" 45@28. If 66" is too long, get one in 62"

[achigan]

Big Jim Babcock's Thunderchild line is good. There is one for sale in the classifieds right now, # 50 tho', unless it just sold.

[Pine]

Sent you a PM

[Roadkill]

Allen Boice has superb craftsmanship in all his bows.  Look into Liberty Bows

[Jakeemt]

Omega long bows. Ask about the newer imperial. I am having one built now at 60 inch which the bower states gives up nothing to his original which is rated for 180fps with a 10gpp arrow and is 62 at it's shortest.

[adkmountainken]

Kanati by Jason Kendall, very fast bow and priced right.

[adkmountainken]

in fact there is a SWEET Kanati in the classifieds right now.

[RedShaft]

I need to get on there I have not paid to use it since they started charging.  when do you need to pay?

[BUCKY]

Kanati!

[old_goat2]

Need to check out Buddy Gould Poison Dart Bows, talk to the guys at Rmsgear, they are phenomenal craftsmanship and performance. I'm hoping to have one soon. I've shot the 62" model, it was just a little short for my31"draw, so soon as I can shoot his 64" model and if all is well with it and my draw, I'll be ordering one, next is. 66" whip or 66"a&h or 64" Dryad ACS lb. Since you are dropping in weight, shooting an ACS bow can keep you in same performance level

[Caboo]

Find yourself a used 64" Martin Viper or 66" Martin Venom. Carbon bamboo limbs that are real shooters for 45# bows!

[MnFn]

Second on Allen Boice's Liberty line.  I have a 50# Chief that I really like.  One of the best deals going on longbows. A great guy to do business with and a sponsor here.  I think his line of bows covers just about everything  that needs to be made.

Mine is 64" pretty much all Myrtle. A sweet shooter.

[jt85]

Centaur if you want aggressive limbs, Mohawk if you like the mild r/d bows

[riser]

I had Bearpaw / Bodnik Bows build a custom Slick Stick bow(hybrid D/R design), in 64" (normal is 58-60"), and specified (and received) a draw weight of 44# @ 30".  It has bamboo limbs, clear glass, walnut riser, fast flight bowstring capable.  It is quiet and has minimal hand shock.  

It flat out shoots.  Smooth drawing to 30+".   30 year transferable warranty.  Priced the same as their Slick Stick "stock bow," but you have to pay for shipping from Germany.

If you want 45# @ 28", just specify it.  You'll get it.

I'm very happy with the quality, performance, and value of this bow.

[South MS Bowhunter]

I have owed 4 Centaurs, and love them

[South MS Bowhunter]

I hate double clutching

[Shadowhnter]

Man I cant believe nobody has said a thing about maddogs Prairie Predator....Ive had numerous high end custom bows, but to this date my favorite of all ive had in my hands are these bows. You can pay a lot more, but I promise you wont find a better shooting R/D longbow imo. I favor his 62" bow.

[Archie]

I'm partial to my Black Widow longbow... I really like it!  I've had it for years, and still think I made great choice in getting it.  

I would also recommend that you look into Java Man bows.  They are fast and very well made, and while just as nice, they are not as pricey as a lot of customs.