Cascade bows are a quality bow. But, I suggest you try one before you buy. No matter what the brand or what others say, everyone has things they like and dislike about a bow, grip etc. What is good for one guy is bad for another. The only way to know for sure is to shoot one. Also, consider buying used first, it will save you a lot of money. Almost no one sticks with the first bow they buy. If you buy a used bow, you can shoot it for awhile, and then sell it for about the same as you paid if you want something else.