Bigbore, I like the sounds of the Muzzleloader you got! Wish VA would have em for big game but a big no no right now. Anyway, check your loads for the XTP bullets. Hornady recommends 150 gr. for all their muzzleloading bullets. From my muzzleloading experience, and lack of reading the proper material. I have lost several wall hangers with dead on shots with that same load you are using. In 3 years I had deer as close as 50 yards just get wounded. I cannot speak for the loose powder though. Just would hate to hear about that bear walking off pissed! Good luckwith your hunt!