I can fully appreciate what the committee is trying to do by making you research your recipient. That being said, the draw length is the first thing considered when picking out a stave and laying out the bow. I know in my case that can be a little confusing to figure out due to the fact that I have two different distinct shooting styles. On short bendy handle bows for hunting in the brush I snap shoot a 26" draw. When I'm standing at a line shooting targets I have a fixed anchor with 28" draw. That can be pretty confusing if not laid out plainly. But I do agree that researching your recipient is not only absolutely necessary but a big part of the fun. My goal is to make the best bow i can in a style that my recipient hasn't or wouldn't probably make for them self. That is easier with some than others. Anyway as been said, if you get in a pickle, let somebody know. Those folks that got a bow and slank off like a mangy coyote last year didn't get anything free. They gave up this community for a bent stick. I wouldn't pay that price for the finest ten bows ever posted here! I hope nobody pays that incredibly high price this year. Josh
