ORIGINAL: bjanakos
It wouldn't do me much good anyway. In Iliinois, the minimum let-off is 65%. It is also illegal to use any kind of a lock or rest. A disables hunter is allowed to use a cross bow.
That's only to qualify for P&Y. If you don't care about that kinda stuff you can have a higher let off. The rules state that you can't use anything that is capable of "maintaining a draw or partially drawn position"
The Illinois DNR rule reads:
Lagal Archery Equipment:
"A long, recurve or compund bow with a minimum pull of 40 pounds at some point within a 28in draw. Minimum arrow length is 20 inches and broadheads may have fixed or expandable blades, but they must have a minimum 7/8 inch diameter when fully opened. Broadheads with fixed blades must be metal or flint-, chert-, or obsidian knapped; broadheads with expandable blades must be metal. A crossbow or any mechanical device capable of maintaining a drawn or partially drawn position on a bow without the hunter exerting full string tension is illegal. Permanently handicapped persons as defined by law (520 ILCS5/2.33), may apply to the DNR's Office of Law Enforcement for an exemption to allow the use of a crossbow. A physician's certification is required (see Disabled Outdoor Opportunities - Special Permits on page 27).All other bows and arrows including electronic tracking systems are illegal to use for deer hunting.
Note: It is unlawful to have any firearm in possession while hunting deer with a bow and arrow."