Hunting Releases

[aron]

In the market for a new release for hunting. I have a older Scott Little Goose and really like it but haven't tried anything else.

Do you benefit from a more expensive release like a Carter? Thinking I will want a wrist strap for hunting. Is index finger still the way to go? So, What do you use and what do you like about it and what not?

 

[Evan Williams]

Index will 100% give you more control of the shot without things going HORRIBLY wrong

I've shot a Carter Quickie for years and LOVE it (medium spring)

I honestly think that there are pros and cons to EVERY release on the market it's finding what your after based on style and preference.

I'm a big fan of a hook and heavier trigger. Carter or Scott Rhino XT.

I also LOVE shooting my hinges ill run a hinge in KS this season

 

[sodaksooner]

I have a Carter like mike and really like it.. adjustable trigger travel and pull weight. You can still shoot index releases with back tension. I have mine set up very short so I pull with it in my middle joint.

 

[Above Timber]

Another Carter Quickie here. I love the release and would not shoot anything else. I shoot it with back tension as well. It was well worth the price.

 

[tipsntails7]

I personally want a release with zero trigger travel that fires off pressure not trigger travel. This is the only way I can get a surprise release. Hamskea drop tine, carter like mike or quickie, spot hogg wiseguy. Just to name a few.

You get what you pay for in a release.

 

[Maxhunter]

I currently use Carter Ember 1. I've been looking at this new one called the Ringer. I know a few guys that have one and say there the best release they've ever used.

http://nolimitarchery.com/ringer-release/

 

[MattB]

I use the Carter RX-II's and have been happy with them, other than the fact the tend to lose the external c-clips occasionally (bad design IMO, should have used a threaded bolt).

On another note, I have 4 Scott Mongooses collecting dust in the garage (incl. on Bernie's Can't Punch) that I would be happy to make a Rokslider a great deal on.

 

[Tilzbow]

I'm also running a Carter RX II with great results. The downsides to this release are the C clips mentioned above the fact it can get dirty (without being immediately noticed) and be nearly impossible to set off.

 

[littlebuf]

Why change what your using if it's what your used to and you shoot well with it? I've got a Scott release that I've had for so long I have no idea what it's called. I know none of the new ones look like it and I have no desire to change it. Works great, fits great, light trigger. Some times if it's not broke there's no need to fix it. Especially with archery being so dependent on consistent repeat ability. Your old release just may be the best one for you

 

[mt100gr.]

I have the same old Scott Silverhorn that I have used for years. I tried a few others, but that one is by far the best one for me. I bought a second one and a new strap for the first and quit looking at releases. There are new ones every year with new claims and frills but I am so used to my Scott that it really doesn't matter...I shoot it well and know it does what I want it to do.

Back to your question: more expensive releases are "better" in my opinion. It's like having a custom trigger installed on a rifle. Tolerances are tighter and precision is much greater. And for hunting I would definitely recommend a wrist strap index finger release. It can't fall off your co-op and you don't have to dig for it in a pocket and it just like "pulling the trigger".

My Scott's are super reliable, durable, and most importantly, consistent. It really is the only thing connecting a fully drawn bow to the hunter. (Bow arm and hand, though important, should always be in the same orientation) the release has to perform as expected EVERY time. I find my Scott's to be the one for me.

 

[MattB]

I'm also running a Carter RX II with great results. The downsides to this release are the C clips mentioned above the fact it can get dirty (without being immediately noticed) and be nearly impossible to set off.

There is a magnet inside the release which collects grit and needs to be cleaned periodically.

 

[doverpack12]

I really like Tru Fire Edge release. It has a continuous trigger pull so there is no break point just whenever you squeeze enough to open the jaws wide enough to allow the release rope through. On traditional triggers I feel you will sub consciously know when the trigger will break open once you shoot enough. With the Edge I cannot tell when I will release which makes me keep squeezing. Nothing against Carter or Scott I just prefer the Edge. Its tough to describe the type of trigger unless you try it out.

 

[lintond]

I used a scott little bitty goose last year. I switched to the spot hogg wiseguy this year and have been really happy with it.

 

[justin davis]

Used to use Carters the Rx1 and Lucky. Now I use the Hamskea Drop tine release. Love it!!!

 

[Jtelarkin08]

I have shot a trigger release forever for hunting.> I am going with a handheld thumb trigger this year tho.. I shoot and hold much better with a hand held release.. I may even get a longhorn hunter and shoot a henge.. My longhorn pro is by far what i shoot best

 

[kodiakfly]

In the market for a new release for hunting. I have a older Scott Little Goose and really like it but haven't tried anything else.

Why change what your using if it's what your used to and you shoot well with it? I've got a Scott release that I've had for so long I have no idea what it's called. I know none of the new ones look like it and I have no desire to change it. Works great, fits great, light trigger. Some times if it's not broke there's no need to fix it. Especially with archery being so dependent on consistent repeat ability. Your old release just may be the best one for you

Exactly. I'm still shooting Scott Mongoose releases from the 90's. They work great for me, I hold well, shoot well, and love them. I've not tried a new release in 20 years, but I don't feel I need to.

 

[ChadH]

I've been shooting a Scott Sabertooth for years, and really like it. I did however shoot a Carter 2 Shot the other day at a pro shop, and really liked it. Very easy to shoot with back tension, and I've been thinking about getting one.

 

[aron]

Why change what your using if it's what your used to and you shoot well with it? I've got a Scott release that I've had for so long I have no idea what it's called. I know none of the new ones look like it and I have no desire to change it. Works great, fits great, light trigger. Some times if it's not broke there's no need to fix it. Especially with archery being so dependent on consistent repeat ability. Your old release just may be the best one for you

My current release has seen better days and is in need of being replaced either way. If I'm already buying a new one, just checking to see if there is any benefit of trying something different. I have no complaints about the Scott but you don't know if something else works better until you try it.

 

[charvey9]

I haven't seen it mentioned yet, but try a Spot Hogg Wiseguy. I shot several nice (expensive) tru fire releases before trying the wiseguy, but was sold instantly. Zero travel, extremely crisp break.

 

[mallacootasmoothie]

Yep I can't believe there were 18 consecutive posts without mention of a spot hogg wise guy!!!
Best realese I've used yet!!