Exactly, plus for some people....medical reasons prevent them from using the heavy drawn Compounds.
My father in law for one, is getting more and more into Bow hunting ..mostly for the extended season... however there is no way he can draw a compound. With a crossbow and the available cocking device, it is a great combination.
Unfortunately, i have shoudler injuries on both shoulders, and anticipate getting a crossbow in the near future as well.