There are so many options. I agree with all the previous advice provided. Try something that feels good to shoot and that you will feel confident with. But also make sure it fits you property to begin with. Most newer bows now are completely draw length and draw weight adjustable. Also, depending on your draw length as a beginner with a longer draw length like 29" 30, 31 inches, you can get away with a bit more forgiving (longer) brace height and still retain some excellent speed. Not that you necessarily want a fast arrow, but you want enough to get a heavier arrow moving quickly. Shooting a heavier weight arrow will also be kinder to your equipment, will shake efficiency robbing noise, and just be more pleasant to shoot overall. Plus the lighter you go with arrow weight, the closer you get to a dry fire situation each time you release the arrow. So DO NOT discount faster bows out there, especially if you're a shorter draw archer. Some of the latest bows now are very fast with great smooth drawing cams and limb angles which make a fast bow much more friendly to shoot accurately. Typically, faster bows will have a shorter brace height in the 5.25" to 6" range. Again, its not about arrow speed, its about being able to impart the maxmum amount of energy you can to your moderate to heavier arrow set up if you're a shorter draw archer, 25"-27" DL range.