Wrist Release that wont break the bank

[Rstefano89]

I have been shooting a thumb release the last 6-8 years and I have decided to switch back to a wrist style release. Im looking at either a scott or TRU Ball release and I see there are lots of options. Are the ones that utilize a rope or strap to secure the release to the wrist strap reliable or should I stick with a traditional style? Any opinions and options would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Zac]

You want something with a sear system. The Truball Beast models fit that bill, they also use the swept back trigger as well. If you like more of a straight trigger the Carter Like Mike is hard to beat. You can really crank the poundage up on that one. Scott makes a stiff release as well called the Rhino. Stan has a really cool one with a Sear and a half technology. The new Trufire Thrufire also looks really cool. Your going to spend about 150 for all of these except the Truball Beast, they run around 100. The TruFire Hardcore is also a reliable 100 dollar option.

 

[Yooper]

Been a huge fan of my Tru Ball Fang wrist release over the last few years. Swept or straight trigger. Adjustable weight. I've got zero complaints.

 

[Felix40]

Ive had a cobra mamba with the webbing attachment for a little over 10 years with no issues. I would say they are as reliable as anything and pretty convenient to tuck back out of the way.

With just a quick look there are a lot of options around $70 that get great reviews. I cant see spending much more than that.

 

[Fridaythe13th]

Spot hog wise guy for me. I would love to buy a backup but have had no reason other than forgetting my release in the truck.

 

[Rstefano89]

Ive had a cobra mamba with the webbing attachment for a little over 10 years with no issues. I would say they are as reliable as anything and pretty convenient to tuck back out of the way.

With just a quick look there are a lot of options around $70 that get great reviews. I cant see spending much more than that.

Im with ya and thats right at my price point.

 

[InteriorAKPopsicle]

I have been shooting a thumb release the last 6-8 years and I have decided to switch back to a wrist style release. Im looking at either a scott or TRU Ball release and I see there are lots of options. Are the ones that utilize a rope or strap to secure the release to the wrist strap reliable or should I stick with a traditional style? Any opinions and options would be greatly appreciated.

Second here for Spot Hogg Wise Guy, I just picked mine up after a couple trips to the archery range here and talking to alot of people and then testing it out a bit. I'm still looking to upgrade my bow BUT I did get it to shoot my current bow. We will see how it shoots but just in testing here with practice drawing it is pretty sweet.

Will follow up when I get home if it isn't too cold (-20s when I left but up to -16* currently). I'm pretty excited which is good. My last release failed and after punching myself in the face a couple times I quit shooting for a bit.

 

[4rcgoat]

B3 hawk

 

[dkime]

Any B3 model would serve you well.

 

[rcb2000]

Scott Little Goose for me, I’ve hunted with the same one for three years, zero issues, lots of critters

 

[Rstefano89]

I'm between the Little goose and Tru Ball Assassin XT

 

[TwoTikkas]

Scott Little Goose for me, I’ve hunted with the same one for three years, zero issues, lots of critters

How is the weight range on that little goose? Thanks!

 

[rcb2000]

How is the weight range on that little goose? Thanks!

It’s good, very adjustable.
Very good release for the money, I’ve had zero failures with it.
Gave it a drop of RemOil after a very dusty hunt, and it’s good to go.

 

[WakePraySlay]

Scott’s shark. Been using it for a couple of years. I enjoy it. Mostly due to the light and fast trigger response

 

[307]

Get something that you can set the trigger heavy.

 

[calreef18]

Fletcher has a good wrist release that I like and it’s pretty affordable.

 

[gretch6364]

Another vote for the Spot Hogg Wise Guy. I liked the version with the nylon strap connection, but it is also available with a bar.

I went from a Beast to it last year and it was great. It took a bit for me the break in the leather, but it fires really nice. It is also small and compact and I will be carried in my pack as a backup to a thumb release this season.

I didn't carry two releases last season as I was confident in it not breaking, but I am a bit worried about losing the thumb release on multi-day BC hunts.

 

[86indy]

Scott Little Goose for me, I’ve hunted with the same one for three years, zero issues, lots of critters

Shot 7 releases at a shop and this was the bees knees for me. I'd recommend shooting a bunch if a shop will let you.

 

[Trevor73402]

Any B3 model would serve you well.

I got the B3 Hawk a while back. I was pretty excited about it from just what I seen and read. Pretty disappointed now that I have it. If you like a heavy trigger, this is the release you need. It’s way too heavy for me. I’ve tried both springs and all the adjustments. It’s just too heavy. I had a Scott Little Goose previously and I had it set extremely light and considered it perfect for me.