How many people here will be switching to crossbows next year?

[bevilsiz]

I'll be doing the crossbow.

 

[tyrajam]

No chance I'll trade in my bow for a "crossgun" (And I am shamelessly stealing that term!) I used one 3 seasons ago when I broke my arm, and not only do I not like the idea of it, I didn't like hunting with it.

But I'm with Hickman on this, I might want to pick one up so that my kids- age 8, 6, and 3- will be able to go out with me during archery season over the next decade. Plus, when my dad comes to visit in the fall, I'd enjoy being able to hunt with him.

So no, I'll never switch, but its a great way to bow hunt with family members who can't bow hunt!

 

[rhart]

Not I either. Crossbows are over rated. Any decent shot with a bow can outshoot a crossbow. I do support the use for guys that are unable to pull a bow. My 73 year old Dad uses one. The truth is they loose energy and speed really fast after 30 yards. Guys think because they have a scope on em they can shoot 100 yards like Rambo.

 

[ALB]

I'll be buying and using a crossbow, already sold my long bow. Just didn't have the time to practice enough.

 

[firehawk1]

I've had a crossbow for several years now, used it in late archery but very little. I didn't spend much seeing I could only use it for a few weeks. With the rule change I will be looking at a better and LIGHTER one for next year. Looking at the Stryker line up.

Nothing magical about bow hunting IMO. Been there done that, shot alot of 3D, taken deer with one, time to try something different.

 

[mertbl]

I won't be getting one. I don't see much point, to me its like a rifle that shoots bolts. I'm not against them. Hunt however makes you happy.

 

[pirate]

Meh, I don't think its any different than guys who use compounds over more traditional bows.

 

[woodwalker]

I will use my Matthews as long as I can then I will think about getting a crossbow

 

[trophy hunter]

i`ll keep putting in the time and get it done with my hoyt... no crossgun for me..

 

[2in1evtime]

i wouldnt use one myself

 

[deer hunter]

I will not switch. I am only in favor of crossbows for those that can't shoot a compound bow. Wait and see if they don't change the laws making you wear orange during all deer season because of this.

 

[firehawk1]

I will not switch. I am only in favor of crossbows for those that can't shoot a compound bow. Wait and see if they don't change the laws making you wear orange during all deer season because of this.

Why would they do that? Crossbows have no more range, maybe even less than a compound? Kind of a strawman argument IMO.

 

[HICKMAN]

I don't bow hunt for the challenge, I bow hunt for the 90 day season.

I don't get the "crossbow is easier" thing, you still have to get them in range.

I would have taken exactly ZERO more shots with a crossbow so far this season as I have with my bow.

Someday, I will learn enough about deer hunting to hunt for the challenge.

Someday, I'd like to build my own bow... and arrows and take a deer traditionally.

But first, I need to learn about deer hunting, and right now that is happening because I'm spending time in the woods with my Hoyt.

 

[HICKMAN]

I will not switch. I am only in favor of crossbows for those that can't shoot a compound bow. Wait and see if they don't change the laws making you wear orange during all deer season because of this.

so how about traditional only in early and compound/crossbow in late season?

 

[firehawk1]

And handguns were going to ruin gun season...... Same argument different season.

 

[Willie]

And handguns were going to ruin gun season...... Same argument different season.

LOL.... When the PCR debate was going on there were folks on Hoosier Huntng that was saying just that. The woods would be full of John Wayne wanabees toting 16 shot lever guns shooting up the woods..

They envisioned the Chuck Conners "Rifleman" walking through the woods doing his rapid fire blasting...

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=rifleman%2520shooting&source=video&cd=1&ved=0CDUQtwIwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dg6YKsDuV8lk&ei=RZO6Tu-9A8ePgwfa0onRCA&usg=AFQjCNGcSE5MX7_MBVMbP1LXcDOWIw9ZFw

Much Ado About Nothing.....

 

[Willie]

I've had a crossbow for several years now, used it in late archery but very little. I didn't spend much seeing I could only use it for a few weeks. With the rule change I will be looking at a better and LIGHTER one for next year. Looking at the Stryker line up.

Nothing magical about bow hunting IMO. Been there done that, shot alot of 3D, taken deer with one, time to try something different.

Stryker is having some severe limb problems right now. Lots of splintering..

 

[Willie]

so how about traditional only in early and compound/crossbow in late season?

Better yet...how about letting each individual make their OWN individual choice?

We ALL hunt to please just one person - OURSELVES.

 

[Hotdoger]

I have always wanted to bow hunt but practice time before bow season was not an option for me . I think the crossbow would require less pracrice time thus opening up bow hunting for me.

 

[firehawk1]

Willie, thanks for the heads up on Stryker. Also, agree with letting everyone make their own choice.