RE: Range
When I was younger and shot bow all the time I'd take 40 and 50 yd shots. I've killed several at 40-50yds. I know alot of guys think I'm just BSing. But I'm not. About15 years ago I shot all the time My buddies and I use to go to 3-D shoots a couple times a week, and usually come home with a trophy.
I use to practice regularly at 50yds. Try this, for two weeks. Only practice at 50yds. When you shoot long distance you MUST have good form and follow through. If you don't you will miss by alot. You don't really notice this at 20yds, but it really shows at 50, when you don't follow through.
If you practice at 50yds for 2 weeks and then move up to 20, it is like a piece of cake. Now, when you practice all summer at 40 and 50, you will take those shots in the field, if everything is right.
Nowadays, I don't get into the archery as much. My bow is outdated and there doesn't seem to be enough time to practice the way I use to. These days I limit myself to about 30yds.