ORIGINAL: GMMAT
If your proficient with with the long stick, whats the difference? If your not than hunting with it shouldn't be considered. You will figure that out when you get past stage two.
j/k
Rob and I have talked about this, Chris. To an extent.....you are 100% correct. If you're proficient from 20yds.......you're proficient.....regardless of the tackle.
The difference (for ME) lies in the level of work required to become proficient with each. Hence the allure (again, for ME).
Stage 2.......by default in lieu of by design. I accept that.
Agreed, it takes alot more practice to get good with the long bow, much much more. But once your there, your there. The "challenge" is the same.