Post by: huntnfmly on July 12, 2016, 12:42:16 PM
For those that don't what don't you like about them?
Thanks for your insight
Post by: BULLBLASTER on July 12, 2016, 12:46:18 PM
I like a buckle strap not Velcro and moveable attachment to release. :twocents:
Post by: Rainier10 on July 12, 2016, 12:49:35 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on July 12, 2016, 12:54:21 PM
Post by: theleo on July 12, 2016, 01:09:04 PM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on July 12, 2016, 01:11:28 PM
I can't get myself to switch to a hook.I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.
Post by: Wetwoodshunter on July 12, 2016, 01:11:56 PM
I tried a spot hogg wiseguy and it was a great release but never hunted with it because I wasn't able to get the muscle memory to quickly get it in my loop without looking at my string. I felt like the release added an extra step in my shooting sequence.
But this is all your preference. Some bow shops have demo releases you can try out or go to a 3d shoot and talk to other people and try theirs.
Post by: theleo on July 12, 2016, 01:37:57 PM
I prefer the caliper style. When you get into a shooting situation I attach the release and know that it is on the string. Then you can draw at any time, and it stays attached until you remove it.That's the biggest benefit of the calipers and really comes out when you start talking about thumb triggers or connecting an index finger style release to a Rip Shot.
Post by: huntnfmly on July 12, 2016, 01:48:46 PM
Do you notice any point of impact difference or arrow flight
Post by: D-Rock425 on July 12, 2016, 01:58:33 PM
I'm not worried ahoy it falling off while or at full draw more so not able to get hooked up right in that moment of truth.I can't get myself to switch to a hook.I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.
Post by: SGTDuffman on July 12, 2016, 02:51:04 PM
Post by: luckyman on July 12, 2016, 04:00:33 PM
I switched to a hook 3 years ago and can't imagine using a caliper ever again.
Faster to hook , feels better at anchor and releases smooth. Big improvement. :tup:
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on July 12, 2016, 04:40:28 PM
Pros: Quicker connection speed. Longer loop life and allows the use of softer loop materials. Much cleaner release. Adjustable spring tensions and trigger travel allowing more customization and use of back tension is easier for me anyway.
Cons: If used to a caliper style it will require some practice to "re order" your thought process in certain situations.
Post by: BULLBLASTER on July 12, 2016, 04:55:55 PM
Gotcha. It really does become second nature to be able to do it without looking. I'm sure a caliper could be the same way. As you know so much of archery is muscle memory. Can really train yourself to do anything with enough repetitionI'm not worried ahoy it falling off while or at full draw more so not able to get hooked up right in that moment of truth.I can't get myself to switch to a hook.I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.
Post by: Miles on July 12, 2016, 05:09:22 PM
Post by: pd on July 12, 2016, 06:23:16 PM
Post by: theleo on July 13, 2016, 08:43:05 AM
I have the unfortunate tendency to jerk the trigger on the caliper style, maybe once in every ten shots or so. Almost like flinching on a rifle. Would the hook help me?The simple answer is no. The more in depth answer is you'd need to change your approach on trigger control and disassociate shooting your bow from how you shoot your rifle. Changing your release style from a wrist strap/index finger to a hand held thumb trigger or back tension release could help you, but you can still punch the trigger on them.
Post by: gilroym on July 13, 2016, 09:08:44 AM
I use a hook (Scott rhino xt) but would be fine with a Scott caliper as well. I think there are other aspects of releases that are more important than string interface.
I like a buckle strap not Velcro and moveable attachment to release. :twocents:
I also use the Scott Rhino XT and love the release my nephew uses a caliper release and we both prefer my hook release as it seems to setup quicker and releases smoother. Also the buckle is better then Velcro it gives a solid feeling to the release during draw and I have never felt like it would slip or adjust while aiming.
Post by: Vo2max on July 13, 2016, 08:10:37 PM
I've been thinking about switching to a hook release and curious for those who use them what do you like about them?
For those that don't what don't you like about them?
Thanks for your insight
Found my hook style release to be much noisier than my caliper. Not sure if it matters to my pray but it did to me.
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Post by: Jason on July 17, 2016, 08:45:45 PM
I use a Tru-Ball Short-n-sweet, very good release IMO.
Post by: huntnfmly on July 19, 2016, 06:11:03 PM
Post by: huntnfmly on July 24, 2016, 04:57:03 PM
Worked great very smooth.I won't be going back to caliper.
I felt like I was shooting better
Post by: davk on July 30, 2016, 09:05:20 PM
Post by: Hot Lunch on July 31, 2016, 09:50:56 PM