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Allen,
Kind of depends on what you're shooting at. I shoot carp in the the spring. I just use a second hand compound with a bottle and reel type set up on it. 45 or 50 # should be plenty. The reel setup cost me $35 or 40 and has been well worth it over the wind the string method I used as a youngster. I shoot a fiberglass arrow with a head that allows you to turm the staff until the barbs reverse them selves so you don't have to get slimed and covered with blood with each fish. I've shot them off my boat as well as wading with hip boots. Polarized sunglasses are a must. I'd carry an extra arrow or two in the car or boat. I haven't had any trouble with snap backs but lost arrows because the line got wrapped around the reel handle and was cut loose. Really stinks to be on the far side of the lake lose an arrow and have to hang it up! I've been there and done it! Of course, once you start carrying the back up you'll never need it( done that too!). It's great fun and good practice.
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