I agree with what you are saying and that is true of ARs in just about all areas. I know guys in PA in 4 point to a side areasthat are seeing 3.5+ year old 6 points that are downright massive, but can't shoot them. The spots I hunt in NJ aren't suffering from that though. I haven't seen any 2.5 year old spikes or 4 points. The areas I hunt have decent genetics I guess. In areas that aren't as fortunate I could see where what you said being a problem.