my average bow kill is around 10-12yds. Ive only shot one that was close to 20yds, all the rest have been between 6-15yds.
i can hit a target all day at 40-50yds but I just dont feal safe shooting a deer past 20yds. too much can happen in that much time/distance to guarentee a clean kill. just my opinion though...

2 days ago I walked the woods next to my house and walked to within 35 yds of an oblivious doe standing broadside. i drew back and held the pin right behind her should for about 15seconds and just couldnt do it. 5 minutes later I walked into my yard and drilled the 3d target tight behind the shoulder from 40. nothing against guys who shoot further but I just dont feel comfortable