[:@]what is wrong with my state? i know the "hardcore" bow hunters are behind this, but i don't know why. you still have basically the same range limitations and the same attention to detail will be required the only difference is the orientation of the bow. with modern compounds and trigger releases, there is no difference between the two. i shoot a vertical bow also, but i was hoping to participate with my crossbow too this year and the amount of disappointment i feel is just imense. why?!?