RE: Back tension release while hunting?
Back tension releases require almost perfect form to go off. I don't think being in a tree in an awkward position trying to get a shot would promote good form.Alot of the timeyou're twisting, sitting, leaning , etc.
I could see that bt release not going off or going off when you are trying to get into a position to get it to. And like Paul said , I think target panic would occur for some.