Straight from the Bowstring By John Kasun Crossbow Crossover T HE popularity of crossbows for hunting continues to grow across the nation and certainly in Pennsylvania. In some cases it is experienced bowhunters who are adding a crossbow to their hunting arsenal and in others it is gun hunters who are looking for ways to extend their hunting opportunities. In response to this increased demand, the archery industry has reacted by offering to the public dramatically improved crossbows, along with technically advanced crossbow accessories. If you are considering purchasing your first crossbow or planning to upgrade a crossbow you already own, your choices have never been better. If you are keeping the crossbow you presently own, there are many new accessories worth considering that may improve your accuracy and enjoyment. JULY 2013 Crossbows The focus of most crossbow manufacturers is on offering bows that are lighter with narrower axle-to-axle width for easier handling and maneuverability. One of the leaders in this movement is TenPoint Crossbow Technologies. It initially introduced carbon into its crossbow design to reduce weight, and its parallel limb technology drastically reduced limb width. TenPoint offers a complete line of models both under the TenPoint and WickedRidge brands. Scorpyd Crossbows use Reverse Draw Technology to obtain faster speeds with lighter draw weights. Scorpyd Crossbows come in three models with various draw weights available, delivering speeds between 345 and 425 feet per second, depending upon model 57