well i have this release http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Release-Tr...622110&sr=1-77 and i was looking for a newer release and most of the ones i am finding look like they are longer then my current one. i was just cuirous to if i got a longer release what would it hurt or help?? also would it affect my anchor??

Yes it will affect your anchor.

The Scott mini goose is not that long and u can adjust it. Very nise release