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which release to buy
« on: February 11, 2013, 06:52:37 PM »
so i am just getting into archery and would like to buy and have my own release to use when trying out new bows.  i have heard a lot of great things about the scott releases but dont really know the difference between them all or really where to start. also does a release affect your draw length. new to the archery world so any help is great thanks.

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #1 on: February 11, 2013, 06:58:36 PM »
I like the scott releases the best. It's really about what fits you the best.

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« Reply #2 on: February 11, 2013, 06:58:50 PM »
I just got a new Scott Shark. Love it. Great company to deal with and awesome customer service.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #3 on: February 11, 2013, 07:04:10 PM »
i started with a scott wildcat,then a rhino xt,ive since got a silverhorn also but have moved on to handhelds.
if you have the money get your hands on a rhino xt.crisp release with little travel

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #4 on: February 11, 2013, 07:04:53 PM »
A release does affect your draw length. When I first got set up 8 years ago my release was to long and my hand was behind my cheek to far  & floating.  I upgraded my bow & release 3 years ago ( with proper instruction ) and adjusted the new release very short. Now with the same draw length bow my hand rests firmly on my cheek making my shots much more steady / consistent.  All releases are good today, shoot a couple and see what feels best.   Mike

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #5 on: February 11, 2013, 07:08:27 PM »
Spot Hogg Wiseguy.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #6 on: February 11, 2013, 07:13:13 PM »
My vote is for Scott  :tup:

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #7 on: February 11, 2013, 07:15:07 PM »
do you like the single or double caliper better? or the string loop? any pros or cons? i think i want a buckle over Velcro attachment but what about the connector is soild better than a strap? i will mostly be spot and stalk hunting in the NW .

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #8 on: February 11, 2013, 07:18:04 PM »
its all personal really.i prefer a buckle for consistency n lack of nois.i prefer a hook due to ease of hooking up to my d loop.n i prefer the attatchment to be of the strap nature so it is easy to adjust

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2013, 07:20:13 PM »
I like a buckle.  Velcro gets old and warn out.  I shoot a double caliber.  My advice go down to a pro shop and shoot a few different releases.

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2013, 07:22:51 PM »
I agree 100 % I have always used a Scott ...Never had any issues what so ever  :tup:

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2013, 07:45:26 PM »
I just got a new Scott Shark. Love it. Great company to deal with and awesome customer service.

I borrowed my wife's Scott Shark and loved it so I bought myself one.  I like the adjustability of velcro but after fifteen years my old one wasn't sticking as well (though it never failed) and the buckle I guess is more consistent in length.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2013, 07:51:19 PM »
Buckle Scott , I don't trust velcro  :chuckle:
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #13 on: February 11, 2013, 09:17:55 PM »
I like single caliper.  I started with the little goose and now the wildcat for several years.  I also bought a Carter that cost more but it's sitting in the bow case only.

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« Reply #14 on: February 11, 2013, 09:41:20 PM »
I just got a new Scott Shark. Love it. Great company to deal with and awesome customer service.

I borrowed my wife's Scott Shark and loved it so I bought myself one.  I like the adjustability of velcro but after fifteen years my old one wasn't sticking as well (though it never failed) and the buckle I guess is more consistent in length.
The buckle is the way to go for sure.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #15 on: February 11, 2013, 09:59:45 PM »
I just got a new Scott Shark. Love it. Great company to deal with and awesome customer service.

 :yeah: had mine for about 4 years now...no plans on changing..even tho the wise guy was tempting..

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #16 on: February 11, 2013, 10:03:08 PM »
thanks for the input guys . think i go with a Scott buckle just gotta figure out if i want single or double caliper and what connection thinking maybe the solid swivel.

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« Reply #17 on: February 11, 2013, 10:05:09 PM »
I like the strap rather than the solid deal. Easier to tuck out of the way, under the cuff of your sleeve, etc if you want to. Just a personal preference thing on that I think.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #18 on: February 11, 2013, 10:23:24 PM »
I like the solid one, less movement for me to get it in place if not already there.

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #19 on: February 11, 2013, 10:30:11 PM »
I have a Scot Rhino XT with the nylon connection. It doesn't get much better than that. I have had great experience with Scott archery customer service. The buckle strap lets you get the same hook up every time compared to velcro. More consistent. The nylon connection lets you easily tuck the head into the wrist strap when you are not using it and provides less torque on the d-loop. The hook style release gives a nice clean release and is easy to hook up. You can easily hook it up while not taking your eyes off the target if you plan on hunting.

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #20 on: February 12, 2013, 03:46:48 PM »
I have heard alot of good things about the tru fire hardcore hook style release

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #21 on: February 12, 2013, 07:42:37 PM »
 I like a buckle.  Velcro gets old and warn out.  I shoot a double caliber.  My advice go down to a pro shop and shoot a few different releases.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #22 on: February 13, 2013, 07:59:39 AM »
Scott has a new hook release coming out this year I'm going to try out.

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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #23 on: February 13, 2013, 05:56:17 PM »
Scott has a new hook release coming out this year I'm going to try out.

Take a look at Spot Hogg's Wiseguy. Had one for a couple of years now and love it.
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Re: which release to buy
« Reply #24 on: February 22, 2013, 04:38:38 AM »
Kinda late on this, but to throw another idea into the mix;
Look at the Scott silverhorn or Rhino xt, hook type release.  Very easy to connect to loop without having to look at it.
For certain, go with the buckle strap.
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« Reply #25 on: February 22, 2013, 06:13:54 AM »
I also prefer a buckle.

My new favorite release is a Timney, I love their rifle triggers so much i decided to try the release, and love it as well.

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« Reply #26 on: February 22, 2013, 07:54:39 AM »
Scott Sabertooth!!
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« Reply #27 on: February 22, 2013, 01:47:46 PM »
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