I guess I'm resigning from traditional archery

George Tsoukalas · May 28, 2020, 09:01:47 AM

I am sorry, Pine, and I hope the release helps you. Jawge

Terry Green · May 30, 2020, 10:29:55 PM

I didn't read any other posts, just wondering if you have tried to shoot with your teeth?

Pine · June 03, 2020, 12:44:08 PM

Got the release today.
It's a little fumble fingered at first but I finally figured it out.
It's going to work, the trigger is set perfect right out of the box. It takes enough pressure to let me feel it but just a little squeeze and its it's off.

Pine · June 03, 2020, 12:45:59 PM

After about 10 to 15 minutes I was able to do this at ten yards.

Pine · June 03, 2020, 12:49:52 PM

Moved outdoors to my archery range and was shooting at 20 yards and I noticed that the arrow is porpoising slightly so I'm going to have to change my nocking point.
Don't know how this is going to work for hunting.

Wudstix · June 03, 2020, 01:22:46 PM

Keep at it, adapt and overcome!!!

Pine · June 03, 2020, 01:37:11 PM

It's not easy to switch because I have shot split finger for 57 years.
I tried to gap with this gizmo but I have never been able to shoot worth a hill of beans that way so I just started shooting with it and let my brain get it on target.
I'm thinking if I shoot a couple days a week, I might get it dialed in.

Captain*Kirk · June 03, 2020, 01:51:08 PM

I think you are correct, you will likely adapt pretty quickly. If you find it's still not cutting it, give me a shout. I have an alternative idea.

Swiftspeed10 · June 03, 2020, 09:45:31 PM

Grouping looks good @ 10 yards. I'm sure it will work out for you just keep at it!

Pine · June 06, 2020, 02:11:03 PM

This is really not easy.
I cant get the "FEEL" of the shot. It's like I'm just learning to shoot for the first time.
At least I'm keeping all the arrow on the backstop at 20 yards, but by no means hunting accuracy.
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GCook · June 06, 2020, 03:09:15 PM

That's awesome!

Wudstix · June 06, 2020, 08:44:00 PM

It'll come.

PICKNGRIN · June 06, 2020, 09:51:15 PM

Looks like you are getting it! Just curious, what if any difference is there in noise level with the release.

Pine · June 06, 2020, 10:06:32 PM

Well you would have to ask someone that can hear.
I will say there's less bow movement in the hand.

Pine · June 07, 2020, 02:12:53 PM

OK, just took my wife outside and had her stand next to me.
I shot two shots with fingers and two shots with the release.
She could hear no difference.
This lady can hear an ant walking on carpet.

Captain*Kirk · June 08, 2020, 12:45:08 PM

Quote from: Pine on June 07, 2020, 02:12:53 PM
This lady can hear an ant walking on carpet.

Captain*Kirk · June 08, 2020, 12:46:19 PM

PM sent

Tim Reese · June 08, 2020, 04:29:35 PM

I would consider a cross bow. I'd rather see you out in the woods hunting with whatever than not see ya outdoors. Just my opinion. Get a Excalibur at least it has no wheels

either way good luck and I dread the day myself as it will happen to all of us at some point.

Petrichor · June 08, 2020, 05:12:00 PM

Quote from: Tim Reese on June 08, 2020, 04:29:35 PM
I would consider a cross bow. I'd rather see you out in the woods hunting with whatever than not see ya outdoors. Just my opinion. Get a Excalibur at least it has no wheels either way good luck and I dread the day myself as it will happen to all of us at some point.

I agree with this. Better to be in the woods with what you can shoot, than nothing at all!

Sam McMichael · June 08, 2020, 05:37:47 PM

In a sense, you are learning to shoot all over again, because the routine is so different. However, you are keeping them on the target face. That is a good basis on which to build a strong skill set. As you practice, the group will shrink, and hunting accuracy will be achievable, just as it did in the beginning of your archery journey. Hang tough.