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Old 02-11-2002 | 01:00 PM
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Zippernut
 
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Default RE: Back Tension release problems - Suggestions?

Several things come to mind. First, your anchor point is off. You should anchor with your index/middle finger joint on your jaw bone. The release hand should be held at a natural angle on the face. Some shoot straight up and down but find an angle that's comfortable for you. Ensure that your draw length is set properly. Do not worry about the twisting of the loop unless it is extremely short. If it is short you'll have to retune the bow and tie a new loop, no big deal.

Find someone that knows how to shoot one properly to work with you. Do not pull with the front of your shoulder/bicept/forearm. This is what is causing your face to be hit by the release. If there are any sharp edges on the hinge, file them down. To execute proper backtension, imagine trying to squeeze a grapefruit between your shoulder blades. Totally relax the back of your release hand right up to the head of your shoulder and concentrate on feeling the muscles in your back holding the weight. same muscles used to draw the bow or row a boat.

Get rid of your sight and practice proper form with no target. Eyes closed, not aiming at all. A simulator will help as well. I can't reiterrate how important it is to have your draw length correct and to have a good coach to learn correctly.
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