Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 19, 2023, 09:35:32 PM
Post by: Old Dog on October 19, 2023, 11:26:42 PM
Post by: Longfield1 on October 20, 2023, 07:24:17 AM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 21, 2023, 11:32:25 AM
Handheld and wrist releases also change your draw length. From my Stan element its about a 1/2" longer than my Carter RX1.Really? :bash:
Post by: IFunk on October 21, 2023, 02:37:53 PM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 22, 2023, 01:09:57 PM
Post by: zwickeyman on October 22, 2023, 01:15:07 PM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 22, 2023, 02:00:47 PM
Or buy a bow with an adjustable draw lengthSo far sadly not finding one that's adjustable in my price range only preset ones :bash:
Post by: Tinmaniac on October 22, 2023, 02:05:48 PM
Post by: jackelope on October 22, 2023, 04:33:55 PM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 23, 2023, 06:09:53 PM
If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
Post by: jackelope on October 23, 2023, 06:42:22 PM
If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
That’s basically like saying every release is the same length. If draw lengths vary by the inch, why wouldn’t someone make fine tuning adjustments for the release? I’m not an archery expert but it seems like it would be a reasonable thing to expect.
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on October 23, 2023, 07:09:16 PM
So I gotta buy a release and get measurements before a buy a bow? 🤦
No. If you have an accurate draw measurement using wingspan the bow should fit you fine as long as you dont have any weird mobility issues etc. If in doubt error short.
Release length is a big deal. Having a bow with some adjustability is obviously preffered to get the very best fit and function, but a good fit can be a achieved with the wingspan measurements. It may take a little work to get the release length [ be sure and buy one that's easily adjustable if shopping index triggers] and d loop length dialed. Alot of issues are caused because the shooter was not taught correct hand and face contact for anchor points, has a poorly adjusted wrist release, or peep placement is incorrect.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 23, 2023, 10:12:56 PM
That was my thought too.If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
That’s basically like saying every release is the same length. If draw lengths vary by the inch, why wouldn’t someone make fine tuning adjustments for the release? I’m not an archery expert but it seems like it would be a reasonable thing to expect.
Post by: hughjorgan on October 24, 2023, 06:05:18 AM
That was my thought too.If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
That’s basically like saying every release is the same length. If draw lengths vary by the inch, why wouldn’t someone make fine tuning adjustments for the release? I’m not an archery expert but it seems like it would be a reasonable thing to expect.
If you’re going to shoot an index set the length up so the trigger is in the second knuckle.
Post by: Kc_Kracker on October 24, 2023, 10:55:14 PM
i dont know what you mean by index?That was my thought too.If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
That’s basically like saying every release is the same length. If draw lengths vary by the inch, why wouldn’t someone make fine tuning adjustments for the release? I’m not an archery expert but it seems like it would be a reasonable thing to expect.
If you’re going to shoot an index set the length up so the trigger is in the second knuckle.
Post by: hughjorgan on October 25, 2023, 08:00:27 AM
i dont know what you mean by index?That was my thought too.If you go to an archery shop to buy a bow, they’ll measure for you and set the bow up for you.Well I've had two local places tell me they only do a standard measurement they don't ever worry about adding or subtracting length based on your release nor do they remeasure someone holding a release :dunno:
That’s basically like saying every release is the same length. If draw lengths vary by the inch, why wouldn’t someone make fine tuning adjustments for the release? I’m not an archery expert but it seems like it would be a reasonable thing to expect.
If you’re going to shoot an index set the length up so the trigger is in the second knuckle.
It should have read index release, so set up the release you are shooting with so the trigger is in the second knuckle of your index finger.
Post by: Longfield1 on October 25, 2023, 09:01:02 AM
Post by: Come Get Some on November 06, 2023, 08:45:50 PM
I have shot professionally for many years. Hear is my opinion.
Measure wing span divide by 2.5 as others have said.
I rep carter releases and can definately say all of the T handle and wrist strap releases will and do shoot the exact same draw length.
The end of the head of the release should be at the very end of your palm right where your middle finger starts.
D loop should be about 3/8+or-
You are better off shooting an inch too short than you are shooting 1/4" too long.
You should end up with a slight bend in your bow arm and have a positive anchor with as many contact points as possible[ corner of mouth, tip of nose] these are contact points for the string.
You hand can have 2 or more points as well.
Contact jaw and high elbow with contact with your ear as an example.
Deep breath and slow exhale, high elbow will drop slightly, have your release preloaded and the drop of the elbow will execute the shot. It will and should be a surprise.
If you have any questions feel free to call. I will even offer to set you up at my shop if you wish.
I wont leave my number here but feel free to pm me