If it weren't for the possible negative effects of allowing them statewide, I wouldn't have a problem with them. They are already permitted in 2B, whereI bowhunt, so I'm already dealing with them. As long as they're use is not detrimental to the herd or season, more power to those that use them. It's not anus vs. them thing. We are all hunters and at some point maybe I'll need to use one. I think you hit on a great point though:
Our hunter numbers are obviously the driving force behind the xbow companies.
What is the REAL story here?
I think that unfettered use could open a whole new scenario that we didn't bargain for.
Hopefully the GC will test the waters before plunging in.