I just got back into archery last year after 15+ years away from it. Carbon arrows and parallel limbs are probably the biggest differences from when I retired my release previously. I currently have a 60lb Strother Rush XT, 70lb Bowtech Experience, and a 70lb Obsession Phoenix is on the UPS truck for delivery this afternoon. Seems like all the bows today are really pretty dang awesome. Pick a set of specs you like (33" ATA, 7" brace height, 80% let off, 335fps, for example) and shoot a couple models with those specs if you can.
Probably the best thing I've done is get a custom Black Gold sight made to my liking. Got the 6" dovetail at a hunting buddy's encouragement and am glad I did. Oh, and went up to a 1/4" peep. Best move ever.
