With my 30/30 I usually won't shoot more than 125 yards and even that is a stretch for me I practice at 50, 75 & 100 yards and can hit a paper plate consistently. As far as longer shoots some other rifles can handle the farther distances with plenty of energy to spare. I say if you can practice the longer distances and hit the target 200 is no problem. I prefer to stick within my ability range. With a bow 30 yards is my maximum I would shoot. Practice is what should determine your own comfort zone don't shoot if you think maybe I can make it only if you know you can. IMHO Trying longer ranges while hunting is not responsible hunting that is what the ranges are for.