Notes from the bench
What we learn between test runs: what the numbers mean, what the spec sheets leave out.
- Crossbow vs compound bow
The honest differences between a crossbow and a compound bow for a new shooter: learning curve, physical demand, season access, cost and what each one is genuinely better at.
- How far can a crossbow shoot
Maximum range and ethical hunting range are two different numbers. What a modern crossbow is physically capable of, and where the sensible limit sits for a new shooter.
- How to sight in a crossbow scope
A repeatable process for zeroing a crossbow scope: where to start, which direction to move the turrets, how many bolts to shoot, and the mistakes that waste an afternoon.
- How to cock a crossbow
Cocking is the part of owning a crossbow that people underestimate. How to do it consistently, why consistency affects accuracy, and what a rope aid or crank actually changes.