I understand the dislike for crossbows but to think that they are somehow not bows is silly. The crossbow has a great history and it also allows people who wish to hunt with something other than a gun the option to do so. I will eventually have to either use a crossbow or go to a rifle due to nerve damage in my left arm. I am hoping to get 3 or 4 more seasons out of myself before having to switch. I would pick a crossbow over a rifle any day. We all have our idea of what a ethical or good hunt is and it is a bit different for everyone. We need to be much more worried about anti hunting groups than crossbow users.