First off I want to say this style of 3d is exactly what I envisioned when I went to my first 3d (and last) shoot. My son and I where seriously 'out-gunned' by the big boys with there target sights, 30" stabilizers, scopes and fancy bows. I appreciate the time and effort by the organizers and the ABA to bring these type of shoots. This will bring us back to the roots of 3d and what it was meant to be.
I do have some issues with the 'No rangefinder allowed' rule though. If this is suppose to simulate actual hunting conditions, rangefinders should be allowed. How many bowhunters are out in the field without a rangefinder? Not very many I bet. Lets face it we owe it to the animals we chase to know the yardage we're shooting. This is the most intimidating aspect to starting out hunters and 3d shooters. A few yards off either way, depending upon speed of the bow, means the difference between a killing shot and a wounded animal. This, I feel will really inhibit the younger generation that shooting slower bows and who have little to no yardage guessing experience. Just using a rangefinder, doesn't mean it a slam dunk X. I real life situations there's much more to it. Branches, wind, etc.
If you look at what the ASA has done in the states with the Known classes, its exploding. Mostly for the reasons I've stated. A lot of people don't have the time to practice judging yardage. They pre-range all targets, but you are allowed to bring you own rangefinder to verify that yardage. That would make it more accessible for all ages.
Just some thoughts. It may be too late to change this year or may never fly, but this is what I've experienced.
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