Cornelious, very good, valid points. I see where you're coming from there.

Sproul, I believe I read that 1X is the only magnification that is allowed.

I'm pissed about this whole crossbow thing, even though it really won't affect me in any way. I just see this as a win for the PGC's wallet and a loss for the archery hunters.

I may be wrong, but archery hunting has exploded in popularity in the past 10 or so years. It's everywhere. Most deer hunting shows on TV are done with a bow, lots of commercials, etc., etc. I read somewhere that PA has more archery hunters now than ever. So why the need for crossbows?Money and pressure from the wrong places, thats why.