Hey Paul - I can quote you an article with an interview with a Horton Rep that said Crossbows are great for executives that don't have time to practice . He further stated that a person could become proficient with a crossbow in about 30 minutes and it wouldn't be necessary to spend long hours like compoud & Stick Bow shooters . The ideal alternative for folks that don't have time to practice . With Horton's advice , I can buy a crossbow (when they become legal in NY) and quit practicing my shooting . Then with the info fromanother Crossbow Manufacturer, I can slap those bolts out to 100 yards rather than lure the deer in to 30 yards or less . Remember , like everyone says , us hunter's have to stick together !