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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #30 on: January 03, 2014, 12:05:51 PM »
My first year bow hunting when I was 16, left the truck in the morning and set off into the woods. 30 mins later I was broadside to 4 cows and 2 spikes at 20-40 yards and realized I left my release behind. I sat there for 5 mins deciding wether or not to shoot fingers and decided against it. It happens. Now I put it on whenever I'm in my camo.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #31 on: January 03, 2014, 12:08:14 PM »
My first year bow hunting when I was 16, left the truck in the morning and set off into the woods. 30 mins later I was broadside to 4 cows and 2 spikes at 20-40 yards and realized I left my release behind. I sat there for 5 mins deciding wether or not to shoot fingers and decided against it. It happens. Now I put it on whenever I'm in my camo.

I did the same with a big doe in Sept.  I have made it a priority starting in the spring to finger shoot my bow a bit to get the feel for it and know what it does just in case I'm in that situatioin again

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #32 on: January 03, 2014, 12:25:48 PM »
I did it once...that was the last time that happened.  I did however leave my dang harness at camp twice this year.  Not sure what I was thinking..

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #33 on: January 07, 2014, 10:39:11 AM »
I switched to a Thumb release last year, the tru ball absolute 360, and a Tru ball back tension release. my reason for switching was to help some target panic issues I was dealing with. Back tension pretty much eliminated the problem. As far as it helping to not lose it while in the woods it does nothing. I've hunted with a wrist strap style releases for years and was always used to feeling it there. Now im using the thumb release and keep it in my pocket. IMO its easier to forget the thumb release vs a wrist strap style.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #34 on: January 07, 2014, 10:41:38 AM »
I switched to a Thumb release last year, the tru ball absolute 360, and a Tru ball back tension release. my reason for switching was to help some target panic issues I was dealing with. Back tension pretty much eliminated the problem. As far as it helping to not lose it while in the woods it does nothing. I've hunted with a wrist strap style releases for years and was always used to feeling it there. Now im using the thumb release and keep it in my pocket. IMO its easier to forget the thumb release vs a wrist strap style.

95% of the reason I am thinking of changing was for the target panic/not smooth trigger pull that I get some times. The forgetting it is just something I need to make a habit of putting it in my pocket or something.
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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #35 on: January 07, 2014, 07:15:29 PM »
Where to start. I have many hand held releases in my bow room. I am good friends with the Carters in Idaho. I shot a scott wrist strap release for many years. When I got into competition I switched to a T handle style. I carried it over to my hunting as well. I will never go back. I hunt with the Insatiable by Carter. My wife uses the JUST CUZ ,many of my partners use the sensation. It will not change your anchor point or the tune of your bow.They have many styles. I have a Geneisi Bow with a safe draw on it to test the releases. I sell alot of Carter releases because of the safe draw. It enables you to try something new without the anxiety of shooting your arrow thru the trees. The Careter releases are very crisp. No travel .The customer service is exceptional. If You Want to I can hook you up with my Genisis bow and show you several different styles of releases and exactly how to shoot them. My insatiable locks to my string making it hands free in the heat of battle. I can hold my bow in my left hand and my range finder in my right hand while my release is on my string., I never have to look down or take my eye off of the animal. Just draw and shoot. Very easy to learn. I  would be glad to show you. PM me if you are interested. You will be surprised how easy and effecient they are..

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #36 on: January 07, 2014, 07:43:14 PM »
the T handle release,i shoot a tru-ball pro diamond, you can use your thumb or the heel of your palm to trigger. as for hanging from d loop while carrying it will come off if you set your bow down wrong or will move the d-loop. i take my nikon range finder lanyard and run through the eye on the release and it goes around my neck. Ihave never had the lanyard touch the bow or string.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #37 on: January 07, 2014, 07:45:49 PM »
I like that tru ball release as well but I'd want something else for target shooting

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #38 on: January 08, 2014, 08:05:19 AM »
I may be a little bias, But I have shot the Trueball releases. The Carter Releases have a shorter head and are more crisp. I will post some pics . I believe they are a better release for both hunting and target. 100 times more Careter releases at tournaments than Trueball. Just saying

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #39 on: January 08, 2014, 08:21:29 AM »

Hey Adam,

I shoot the Carter Strapless model.  It's an awesome release!  I've shot a ton of different styles, and I personally don't like the strap-on models.  Have a look and if you like you can shoot mine to see if you like it.

I haven't forgot it yet...lol. 

http://www.carterenterprises.com/releases/index-finger-trigger/strapless

ET

FYI, my buddy Paul makes a hand-held release that is very nice too. You can use it with or without strap.  I'll show it to you sometime and you can try it out too.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #40 on: January 08, 2014, 08:38:54 AM »
I love my Spot Hogg Whipper Snapper, 4 finger open jaw. Best thumb release for the price in my opinion. Very, very close to being as crisp as a carter and has zero trigger travel. Very easy to use as well, you cock it just by pushing the trigger forward. Also comes in a closed jaw model. Quality is great as well. Adjustable barrel and trigger sensitivity.

I think thumb releases feel better and have a more natural anchor, but I still prefer a wrist release while hunting. I like having it in my hand at all times.
I only use my thumb release when shooting feild, safari, or spots with my Vantage Elite.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #41 on: January 08, 2014, 09:07:44 AM »
Paulie is making his own release?  I ddin't know that.  I knew he made his own tree stand, table for camp, that extension thingie on his boat motor..He has some skills.

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #42 on: January 08, 2014, 10:00:14 AM »
Paulie is making his own release?  I ddin't know that.  I knew he made his own tree stand, table for camp, that extension thingie on his boat motor..He has some skills.

Yeah, he's been making them for two or three years now.  Scott shot his elk w/one of Paul's releases last year.  I'll bring one to show you next time we are in the goose blind.  Speaking of Geese, I thought you might be out there this morn.?

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #43 on: January 08, 2014, 10:39:16 AM »
No, work sucks this week...We did however get 1/8 inch of snow...not sure if I am going to attempt going out again this season after the last 2 times.  I may watch the skies a bit and hope for more birds.
What material is he making these out of?

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Re: Full hand release?
« Reply #44 on: January 08, 2014, 06:51:53 PM »
Here are a few choices of the Carter Releases.
 From left to right
 Just B Cuz  Larger finger hole than the Just Cuz
 Just  Cuz-- For smaller hands, My wife hunts with this one
 Insatiable-- No finger hole, swept back design. I hunt with this one
 Target 3- Like the insatiable but a straight handle. Also comes in 4 finger.
 They have a few new releases out. The TOO Simple is very crisp, Closes on the string like the Chocolat Addiction did With the cocking lever. I cannot keep these in stock.

 


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