RE: up the standards??
It would depend to me on how often I would be able to hunt. I know my muzzleloader standards have dropped DRASTICALLY from last year to this year due to the fact that I am at college away from home and will only have about 4 days to muzzleloader hunt. If you knew you were going to be able to spend some time out there then I probably would raise my standards, but no matter what you decide you REALLY have to ask YOURSELF what will you be happy with. Hope this helps you.