Last year I bought the new Mathews Traverse and I asked about guys buying many crossbows and he said they do buy them but alot of guys go back to the compound. To me a compound is less hassle. It is easier to carry, easier to maneuver in a tree and easier to get a 2nd shot if need be. Also you don't have to shoot the darn thing out after each hunt. I do have a cheap Barnett Raptor but really don't like the whole crossbow deal.