This is irritating (release)

[Cartman]

I just got a Tru ball max pro4 in the mail today because I got a good deal online. And true to fashion - I research everything after the fact. I've seen some spotty reviews and some really good ones. Needless to say I am already regretting my purchase and haven't even tried it yet...now I am thinking I should have gone with a carter based on all the great reviews.

To add to the frustration, I know all the thought I am putting into this really matters as I have used a cheapo cabelas release for years with success and no complaints (just wanted something new to play with really).

I will try it tomorrow and decide, my main concern in one review was it would release on its own!

Sorry for the vent fellas; working nights and got a lot of seat time tonight...

[Csmith52779]

Is this a back tension release?

[Cartman]

thumb trigger

[Csmith52779]

I see I dont have no experience with a thumb release but if there is only one negitive review you still need to give it a try with a open mind and not worry about the negitive review that may have been a operator error for it to fire prematurely I have used a tru ball caliper release for a couple years with no issue they build quality stuff.

[Cartman]

I know tru ball has a good reputation, that is main reason I went with it. I plan on shooting quite a few arrows before I form an oppinion..the two negative reviews I read just kinda gave me an un-easy feeling (or at least took the excitement down a notch). I look forward to trying it out and hopefully it is as you say..user error on their part.

I really liked the price, hopefully it works out. if I like it I can add a back up and still be under what a carter costs.

[Csmith52779]

Well let us know how it shoots I just got a Scott hook stlye it the silver rhino and I love that thing I was skepitical at first cuz I when you hook it to your D loop there is only half of the release compaired to my old double caliper style and now I dont see myself shoot anyother style of release. my groups got noticably tighter. I hope it works out for you bud!

[Cartman]

Will keep y'all posted, Appreciate ya

[sambo73]

Ive got a tru ball pro diamond thumb release. I love mine. Kind of slick in sweaty hands. I took some vet wrap and put on mine. Like i said, i love mine.

[glpoe1]

I see I don't have no experience with a thumb release but if there is only one negative review you still need to give it a try with a open mind and not worry about the negative review that may have been a operator error for it to fire prematurely I have used a tru ball caliper release for a couple years with no issue they build quality stuff.

My experience as well. I have personally seen guys bump the trigger and swear up and down that the release let go on its own. If mine has ever failed it is because I did it not the release. Give it a try with an open mind, I think you will like it.

[JW]

One word bro. Scott....

[Hookem2255]

Ive got a tru ball pro diamond thumb release. I love mine. Kind of slick in sweaty hands. I took some vet wrap and put on mine. Like i said, i love mine.

Just moved to this same release. I don't think I can go back to a wrist style release, my anchor is easier to find and rock solid

[Mudslinger]

Don't listen to Ragin'!!!!! JK


I have a Tru Ball Chappy Boss and the Max 4 as a backup. I love both and shoot the Chappy Boss. I can shoot the Max 4 and cannot tell the difference. Lots of ways to adjust this release for your comfort level.

[wassaw]

I've had Carter's release on their own (due to owner error, trigger adjustment too lite) i would bet it's the same with yours... someone had the set screw adjustment too far out for a "hair" trigger and it could not hold the weight/pull due to being on the ragged edge.

[txdukklr]

I change bows like a bow skank

my release I've not changed in 10 years. Don't worry about reviews, write ups or opinions. 100% you need to find what suits you and shoot it. The two main contact points for me are my two hands. It's why I literally focus on the grips of bows and never change my release.

[SabineRR]

One word bro. Scott....

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