definately depends on the situation. I've killed deer out to 25 yards and an Elk at 40. I don't see a reason to shoot beyond my means ever.
What distance is the Max?
i personally think it is unethical to shoot at a deer that you are not 99.9% sure your are going to put the arrow where you want it (within reason of course). the missing 0.1% comes from factors you can't control, such as the deer jumping the string, ect.
when i am shooting every day, i would feel more than comfortable shooting a deer at 30 yards. under perfect conditions (i.e. deer is broadside, completely relaxed, and i have all the time i need to make the shot), i would shoot 40 yards.
i practice out to 50 yards daily (when i'm not in school).
when i am shooting every day, i would feel more than comfortable shooting a deer at 30 yards. under perfect conditions (i.e. deer is broadside, completely relaxed, and i have all the time i need to make the shot), i would shoot 40 yards.
i practice out to 50 yards daily (when i'm not in school).
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I guess wind isn't an issue with me because I don't shoot the long distance some do. I was more talking about the unseen tree branch deflecting the arrow. How at 20 yards can this happen but someone take a 40 50 60 yard shot and feel comfortable.
And Parker don't be putting no hair line cracks in my new call I'm not pickin on ya !Originally posted by hthrly7
I guess wind isn't an issue with me because I don't shoot the long distance some do. I was more talking about the unseen tree branch deflecting the arrow. How at 20 yards can this happen but someone take a 40 50 60 yard shot and feel comfortable.
IMO there is no way some one in the position of starting new archery hunters should be telling anyone he has taken 100 yard shots with a bow. I don't care how good you are it's not responsible bowhunting.Originally posted by Woods
Coyotehunter makes some good points. Terrain has allot to do with the distance of your shot. If your going to hunt out west, you better be able to shoot 50 yards at least or your going to go home empty handed. I know a archery shop owner who has killed deer at 100 yards with no problem, it depends on you skill level
IMO either, but mostly letting on to a newb that it's ok.Originally posted by Woods
hthrly7, The bow shop owner doesn't just tell anyone this, I have known him for several years and a long time customer. The point is, don't take a shot you can't make. If you want to take long shots in a hunting situation, make sure you make make it time and time again while shooting at a target.
What's not responsible bow hunting, taking a 100 yard shot or telling a newbie shooting long distance is not possible?
Not me, I would rather have the low exit hole and the blood trail to go along with it.
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