New for 2025: Two Sure-Fire Index-Finger Releases

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posted on January 28, 2025
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Tweo Finger Release Lede

Most bowhunters gravitate toward index-finger releases. The primary reason is that the release is attached to the wrist to ensure fast D-loop attachment and the operation is simple. Plus, when the moment of truth arrives, most bowhunters want to execute a controlled release at a moment's notice. They don't want to rely on tension to activate the release. They want to squeeze a trigger and send the arrow exactly when they want it.

T.R.U. Ball Release

From the minds at T.R.U. Ball comes the Tornado Ultra ($94.99). This dual-caliper release—the top and bottom jaw move independently—promises ease of D-loop attachment, and the CNC-machined cyclone knurling pattern built into the grip boosts pull strength by providing secure attachment for the hand and fingers. The trigger is long and perfectly curved to welcome the first or second index-finger knuckle, and the release can be lengthened rapidly across five positions. Take out two screws, make your adjustment, reinsert the screws and you're ready to go.

A 360-degree swivel combines with the Globo-Swivel Strap and can be locked down or allowed to rotate freely, depending on shooter preference. The buckle strap ensures comfort and consistency and features a tuck-in slot to keep any excess strap from flopping. truball.com

TruFire Spark 2.0

TruFire's Spark 2.0 ($49.99) is another 2025 index-finger release winner. My wife of 21 years is a small-framed shooter with small hands, and this release was purposefully built with small-handed shooters in mind. I have one ordered for her. Slim and sleek, the Spark 2.0 is remarkably ergonomic. Its dual-caliper stainless-steel jaws with Nickel-Boron coating open and close quietly and reduce D-loop wear and tear. The trigger is straight, not curved, and hot/cold tension settings adjust easily. Some shooters like to wrap their fingers and get into a heavy trigger pull, while others prefer a lighter trigger. Regardless of your trigger-pull wishes, the Spark 2.0 accommodates.

The buckle-style release maximizes consistency, and TruFire's Trap Tab allows one-handed operation because it keeps the release buckle from fully opening, allowing the archer to slide their hand through. A threaded post allows for unlocking, twist-and-turn shortening, and lengthening of the main release body. The threading starts at a shorter position, which will favor small-handed shooters but has plenty of length adjustment. A youth-sized saddle cloth buckle strap and Extreme style connect to let the release hang freely when not in use. feradyne.com

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