cflhunter Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I know this is a question that is by far "personal preference." The problem though is unlike bows, releases cannot be removed from their packages and tried before purchasing. At least not at our local Gander Mountain:D. In my experience it's been more of a trial and error process. I have only been bowhunting for a few years and so far I have used two releases. First, a TruBall Cyclone, and now a TruFire 3D Hunter. I had a hard time feeling my trigger on the TruBall, even with the adjustment. I had a bad habit of punching. So, I gave the 3D Hunter a try thinking the thumb trigger might help with my problems. My anchor is just not as comfortable as I was with a standard wrist strap release. I was thinking of switching back to this style. But this time going with something that has a longer trigger rather than the short head with a strap (If that makes sense). What are your opinions on this? Any reccomendations for someone new to the sport like myself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I know this is a question that is by far "personal preference." The problem though is unlike bows, releases cannot be removed from their packages and tried before purchasing. At least not at our local Gander Mountain:D. In my experience it's been more of a trial and error process. I must be different:D...I've asked the managers of stores where I shop to try gear out if they want to sell it. I get to take it out of the package and at least try it on for size. I'm not rude about it but if they refuse to let me try it out first...I refuse to buy. Think about it...if they wont let you simply try on something for size what's thier refund/return policy going to be like:rolleyes: ...Ask to see the Manager at your Gander Mountain. Explain to him/her that your trying to prevent having a house full of releases that dont fit or feel right. If your having troubles with punching the release use one that you will never punch....a "Relax Release". With that type your holding the trigger back after you've clipped onto the string. To fire all you have to do is allow your finger to relax slowly. I was punchy and dont have that problem at all now... Winn Free Flight - C-12 Relax Release Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I went from using a glove to this one. I've used it for 5 years and never had a problem: Works great with no gloves on or even my bulky sub-zero gloves. Ture-Fire Team Realtree: http://www.cabelas.com/link-12/product/0014578415476a.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I agree, they cost too much for me not to put it on and try it out for size. I really like Scott, but when i lost mine just before christmas, i was in a hurry and picked up an Allen at wally-world for like 12 bucks! But even that one i broke out of the pack and tried on. Not a bad release, but i'll have another scott by next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straight Shooter Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Like its been stated before, it's all in preference of the shooter and I agree most places will not let you open the package up before purchasing one. Personally I use Scott Release and own two of the Lil' Bitty Gooses to hunt and shoot 3-D with. I like the velcro strap since buckle straps have atendancy to stretch a bit and will move your anchor point, with the buckle straps having only holes every so often you can't make an adjustment to them unless you've got a release head like the Mongoose heads Scott releases having and the lil' bitty goose has got a cord to adjust for this. just my opinions, though:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I like the TruFire Hurricane buckle release. I like the trigger and I got away from anything that has velcro on it. Back tension release are also a option, but they seem to run in the high end of releases. Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m gardner Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Most of the shops here have releases you can try on their ranges. They sell them at a small fraction of their cost at years end:D:D. Just got a Scott Wildcat for $30.00. If you can afford it buy a Scott Release. Some of us have been useing them and have had no problems at all after 30,000 plus shots. Just keep it clean and oiled and replace the wristband occasionally. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutchies Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Definately find a shop to try it first. Some releases you will like and some not so much. There is no way I would buy any of my target releases without trying them first............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shorty785 Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 i like my true fire hurricane buckle i've had a few others but this one is most comfortable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cflhunter Posted January 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Thanks for your responses. I was hoping to have a unanimous decision but I understand the personal opinions when it comes to these things. All I can do is tryout the ones that are available to me locally. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I'm with GW. I have always shot a relax trigger. I have both the Winn and Tru Fire (Thanks again Lou) Might want to try a relax trigger. It will cure the punch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUNTINGMAN Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Maybe some friends have diferent styles you could try or ask to test fire some you may be suprised at your answer.I like my scott shark,I have had it for three years and never had any problems with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 If you are shooting with a string loop I would highly recommend a Carter Quickie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 When I purchased mine that I currently use I got it at Gander Mountain. I brought my bow and they let me test it out before I bought it. What I got was a Scott Lil' Goose. I would've got the big brother version, but adjusted to full length it fits. I'm not reaching with my finger and it doesn't feel cramped. It's fully adjustable, but you don't need to cut any bolts to do it. The release part swivels all around so it's not in the way when grabbing things. The strap part of the release is a buckle type so it fits the same every time opposed to velcro. The caliper design is supposed to be good too, but that's harder to explain just check it out and make your own decision there. I've found to shoot well you can't switch releases all the time. For consistency you have to shoot with just one all the time. However, if you do switch releases then punching the trigger will be completely noticeable. It will feel jerky and not smooth. If you touch the trigger and then slowly squeeze until it suddenly goes off then the release will be much much more smooth. Those are just my experiences with them. Hope that helps, Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flintlock1776 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I have some sort of TruBall. My Pro Shop guy made an adjustment and I've never changed nor used any thing other than that. I do have a back up. I like to have the back up in the lower pocket of my BDU just in case I drop my main one while up in the tree stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I like the TruFire Hurricane buckle release. I like the trigger and I got away from anything that has velcro on it. Back tension release are also a option, but they seem to run in the high end of releases. Good Luck. I have the same thing but with the fold back and I love it! I liked how the length is adjustable. The fold back is nice. You can tuck it back out of the way when pulling arrows out of a target or writing down a score or blowing your nose in a treestand. http://www.trufire.com/buckle_foldback.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arrow32 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Like others have said find a place where you can try them out beofer you buy. I've never bought a release without giving it a try and putting it on first. Now all I use tho is hand helds and I would never buy one with seeing how it felt first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I like the TruFire Hurricane buckle release. I like the trigger and I got away from anything that has velcro on it. Back tension release are also a option, but they seem to run in the high end of releases. Good Luck. Ditto with emphasis on the velcro comment!!! Nothing is worse than drawing back on the animal of your dreams and hearing the "UUUURRRRRPPPP!" of velcro slipping. It's game over then. Velcro on a release strap is a disaster waiting to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Scott Little Goose here .... Never shot a bow with anything but .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USAFbowhunter Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I have the Tru-Fire Judge buckle and Tru-Fire 360 Elite Buckle Foldback and love them both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) Ditto with emphasis on the velcro comment!!! Nothing is worse than drawing back on the animal of your dreams and hearing the "UUUURRRRRPPPP!" of velcro slipping. It's game over then. Velcro on a release strap is a disaster waiting to happen. I find that hard to believe since I've never had any problem with using Velcro. I've shot thousands of times on the range and those precious few times in the woods without any problem at all. I do however make sure that the Velcro is clean at all times. I like the adjustability of that type of securement around different thicknesses of gloves/clothing too. The only thing I look out for is wear. I would replace the Velcro if needed but usually the release has worn out by then. Probably not any different than the strap of a buckle type wearing out. The release is probably shot by the time the strap wears out. Possibly the good fortune I've had is because of using a glove type with the Velcro strap. Possibly having other points of contact to grip while pulling back does not put as much of a strain on the strap part. Edited January 20, 2009 by GWSmith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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