Jeff,
I have pretty much decided on going fixed blade, because I agree on not risking it with a mechanical.
I'll be buying a used bow, cheap from a buddy. I tend to shoot Mathews bows, probably due to the single cam better then my dual cam bowtech.
And, with this tag I will be using a guide. I am not a very experienced elk hunter, and with this being one of the best tags in the country, I will be saving my pennies and hiring someone. I am normally a DIY guy, but I have waited for this tag for to long to try my luck on my own.
Best of luck, I expect a texted photo come fall!
I just was saying on the bow... I'd damn sure go with what I've been shooting rather than try to get used to a new one in 4-5 months basically. Just me personally. Whats familiar tends to work better for me in the heat of the moment.
