I would shoot a relaxed buck at 40 yards. I shoot a Hoyt Katera at 70lbs. My pins are set at 25,40,60,&80. 60 & 80 are just for fun target shooting. I shoot probally 50 arrows every day during my lunch break. We have to take an hour and it takes about 5 minutes to eat. The furthest actual shot I have ever taken at a deer is 20 yards although. Set up is key.