What is your favorite release and why?

Stonewall308 · 03-25-2009, 10:48 AM

I have never used a release before. I used to bowfish only, that was about 8 years ago, and it was all close range stuff. After practicing a little I think I need a release tomake an ethical shotbeyond 15 yards. Thanks.

MeanV2 · 03-27-2009, 04:37 AM

There are a number of good releases, Tru Ball, Scott, Carter, etc.

You really can't go wrong with any of them, but I do prefer Scott & Carter. The trigger on the Carter 2 Shot is Awesome!

Dan

sportsman22 · 03-27-2009, 10:20 AM

I love my Scott Mongoose. But then again its the only one I ever really used.

Proff · 03-27-2009, 11:10 AM

My very first release was a James Greene Lickity Split. I still have it tucked away in my bowcase for emergencies. I have used a Tru-Ball Loopmaster, and it was really a good one. But for the past 5 years or so I have been using the Scott Little Bitty Goose with the NCS strap/ buckle wrist strap. I love it. Scott makes a great release.

07tomkat · 03-27-2009, 11:16 AM

I use a TruFire Mossy Oak buckle release.Worked well for me so far. I definitely like the buckle strap rather than a velcro brand.

Matt/TN · 03-27-2009, 11:31 AM

Scott

sixgunluvr · 03-27-2009, 11:50 AM

I like the Tru-Fire Hurricane.....but there are all different kinds of releases and it really depends on personal preference. Try as many different kinds as you can. I'd probably start with a cheaper caliper type like a Tru-Fire Patriot and see how you like it.

Steven McBee · 03-27-2009, 11:50 AM

trufire mossy oak buckle, i love how its not velcro, BTW its the only release ive ever used, i just buy the same model every couple years

MeanV2 · 03-27-2009, 04:22 PM

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ORIGINAL: Steven McBee

trufire mossy oak buckle, i love how its not velcro, BTW its the only release ive ever used, i just buy the same model every couple years

If I was buying a new release every couple of years (because it's wearing out?) I'd look into something different.

I'm not sure how old my Carter and some of my Scotts are but they still work flawless.

Most releases are available buckle or velcro straps whatever floats your boat.

Dan

bowman72 · 03-27-2009, 05:38 PM

I use a tru-ball short and sweet. I use a string loop on my bow and used to have problems getting my release on during the moment of truth- when a deer is coming I don't want to take my eyes off it. with my old releases this was always an issue. With the short and sweet I can hook it on the string loop without looking. During practice any caliper or back tension release will work, but try getting your release on without looking at it, for hunting that is one key, just my 2 cents.