I'm not really sure if it is pathetic or noble.. but I would venture the guess that it could be based only on the individual who is doing said things to take a great deer.

I don't use gadgets.. the compound is about as complex as I get. Don't get me wrong I will use what needs to be used to get the job done but I firmly believe that to hunt a specific animal you must know that animal.. I've never seen a gadget that helps me know the animal.

And with that said.. I don't believe I'm pathetic for knowing my quarry.. but rather a student with great admiration.