Yeah, GMPT, I fell into that same trap not long ago myself. But it's a fallacy. With compounds, power is limited by the physical limitations of the human body. Some few guys might be able to handle a 150 pound bow, but they are few and far between. The thing about crossbows is, you can put a crank cocker on the things, run 'em up to 500 pounds for extra distance and power. Most of the guys who use the high end, 150-175 pound class models claim a 40 yard max on deer (although one manufacturer claims outstanding accuracy at 70 yards with their 175 pounder).

Also, I don't think crossbow manufacturers have put much effort into making efficient cam designs for compound crossbows yet. Much more draw weight PLUS more efficient cams? What will be their effective range when they are no longer trying to hold their power levels down to where they're comparable with compounds? Would a 500 pounder with high performance cams have a 120-150 yard effective range? Honestly, I don't know myself. But it does bear some intense scrutiny before we roll out the red carpet for them.

Most states have minimum draw weights for crossbows. I don't know how many states have maximum draw weights for them. I think Ohio does. I know Texas does not but, of course, they're only legal in the all-weapons general season here.