Since 2009, crossbows have become quite popular with Michigan deer hunters due to their handling characteristics, which are very similar to a rifle. I noticed this right at the get-go the first time I ...

I hope all of my faithful readers of "Guns & Cornbread" would agree that we don't deal with sensationalism around these parts. Those in the hunting, fishing and shooting world generally like things ...

My first real experience with crossbows was about 10 years ago, when I was on a turkey hunt in Florida. I got the opportunity to go on a hog hunt, but I didn’t have anything to hunt with besides my ...

Hunting with a crossbow, a type of archery weapon, is a versatile and effective method for pursuing small and large game, as well as for bowfishing. Representing a hybrid between a rifle and a bow, a ...

In years past, crossbow manufacturers focused on increasing bolt speed while minimizing costs. Though speed is still a focal point for new crossbows, a few other trends emerged in 2025. Improved ...

I’ve tested dozens of crossbows over the last four years — including the fastest, most compact, and most expensive on the market. But, what impresses me the most is a crossbow that’s accurate, has ...

In May 2023, near the end of that year’s legislative session, a conference committee deal was struck to allow any licensed Minnesota archer to hunt deer with a crossbow. The proposal never was heard ...