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Video: Are You Anchoring Wrong With a Wrist Strap Release?

With a wrist strap mechanical release, where do you anchor? Chances are good that like the author, you’re doing it wrong.
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6 Bowhunting Accessories That Can Enhance Your Downrange Accuracy

Form, technique, mental game, and shot execution all impact long-distance performance, but these six equipment upgrades can help you milk out just a little more accuracy.
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Video: Index-Style Release Shooting Tip With T-Bone

T-Bone (of Bone Collector fame) demonstrates the correct way to use an index-style release.
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TruFire Rivet Handheld Archery Release Aid

The TruFire Rivet Handheld Archery Release Aid utilizes a unique link-style trigger system that offers accuracy and performance in an easy-to-use and affordable design.
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Gear Roundup: Bow Releases

Time for a new bow release? Check out these eight great choices.
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TruFire Edge FT Bow Release

The TruFire Edge FT bow release features adjustable travel and a linear-motion bearing for smooth operation.
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Index-Style Release Aids for Bowhunting

Index-style releases get a bad rap from many archers, but for real-world bowhunting, they are without equal.
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T.R.U. Ball Pointer Bow Release

The Pointer from T.R.U. Ball is an all-in-one hybrid release.
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TruFire Exert Flex Bow Release

The TruFire Exert Flex bow release features a custom fit and paper-punching precision.
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Cobra Archery Professional Hinge Release

Cobra Archery has introduced its first hinge release in the company’s 48-year history.
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Scott Archery Verge Back Tension/Index Finger Release

The Scott Archery Verge is a hybrid bow release providing adjustability and versatility.
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2022 Bowhunting Resolution: Try a Thumb-Style Release

The author has used the same index-style release ever since switching from finger-shooting 25 years ago. Here’s why he’s changing to a thumb-style release.
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Compound Bow Tip: Pack an Extra Release — Always!

Mechanical releases can fail, and you can easily lose one, at home or in the field. For that reason, it’s best that every bowhunter owns two of their favorite model.
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Scott Archery Summit Bow Release

The Scott Archery Summit Bow Release offers archers an opportunity to expand their shooting style without breaking the bank.
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Spot-Hogg Tuff Guy Release

The Spot-Hogg Tuff Guy Release has a single closed jaw and fully adjustable trigger.
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Archery Shooting Tip: Don’t Punch the Trigger

Accuracy on the range and at animals can go south for many reasons, but one of the most common mistakes with an index-style release is punching the trigger.
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T.R.U. Ball Archery Beast XT Hybrid Release

The T.R.U. Ball Archery Beast XT Hybrid release has a quick-loading, open-hook design for a speedy connection to the string.
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Bowhunting Tip: Buy Two (or Three) Identical Mechanical Releases

It takes time, energy and money to find a particular mechanical release that works well for you. After you find it, buy a second (or third) one to ensure you’re always prepared.
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T.R.U. Ball Archery eXecution Bow Release

The new eXecution Bow Release from T.R.U. Ball Archery features an all-aluminum body and ultra-crisp trigger.
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Field Test: Four Bad-to-the-Bone Back-Tension Release Aids

Whether you’re looking to cure a case of target panic or just become a more accurate and consistent shooter, these four back-tension release aids are just what the doctor ordered.
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Best bow releases for 2018

Looking to upgrade your bow release? 2018 offers quite the line-up. We review top wrist-strap and handheld releases.
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Top new bow releases for 2018

Have a look at these four, new bow releases for 2018. And keep this in mind: now's the time to master new equipment and work on shooting form well before bow season opens.
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Best Bow Releases for 2017

There are so many options available today that finding the release aid that provides consistency, reliability, functionality and adjustability is easy. Here are a few options of the newest available models to consider.