RE: range of crossbows
Gimphunter no problem. We all had to learn the ins and outs of the crossbows, just some of us have had many of years in this learning curve. The major problem with crossbows is the MISINFORMATION that the anti-crossbow people spread about the crossbow. THey tell people that they are like guns and are flat shooting. PEople will believe this because they do not know any better and it is easy to believe. Even some of the crossbows companies try to stretch the truth and blow up their abilities just for sales.
Good luck and enjoy your bow.