I am on both sides of this issue due to the fact i use both. ITs a matter of preference for me and what stand i am hunting that day. But your question about why would crossbow hunters not want to hunt with a compound???? Why not? We have a choice i guess, but what i can gather from you and your posts is a selfish sense of not wanting other hunters in the woods with you during your so called bow only time. I dont agree with that logic. I dont know about all the bells and whistles that some of you are referring too, but i do know this...... the mechanism of releasing the arrow is only a small part of the "actual hunt" and all the preperation leading up to your day in the woods. You focus on the release, the draw, etc..... But in reality thats only a small part of the "hunt" Buckmagnet, on another post here, you define your idea hunting is being out in the woods, enjoying mother nature, watching wildlife etc...... , that should be afforded to all hunters right?? Or just not on your time and in your woods?

And the "monkey" reference was un called for. It goes to show that you (compounders (and i use one) hold yourselves superior to other hunters. You should think about what impact your comments have on the hunting society.

The outdoors is yours, treat it with RESPECT!!!

Edited by - buckforme on 01/22/2002 14:50:45