What should I look for in a crossbow?

[doubleg]

I have pretty much zero experience with archery, other than shooting a bow once in a while ages ago at the local sportsman's club. I need to get a bow type weapon so I can hunt in a suburban area with friends this hunting season and I am looking for any advice I can get. I'm leaning towards a crossbow instead of a bow mostly because of the rifle type feel which I prefer. I'm also exited I now have another excuse to buy new gear . So where do I start.

 

[LAR-15]

Get a copy of the hunting regs to see what crossbows are legal.

 

[20nickels]

Most places require a handicap license to hunt with a crossbow.

 

[JShirley]

You can use 125-200-lb draw weight crossbows during firearms season. Google PGC website for more details.