In Part 1 of a short series, Vanessa Lee decides to take up compound – and learns from the best Vanessa Lee is a former Canadian national team member for recurve, and also works as a commentator for World Archery.…
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Hacking the darkside: Part 1
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Ask the experts
Our expert panel answers your questions, so send them in to [email protected] Q: Can you explain a bit about what types of back tension release aids are available? And should I use one with a click? Duncan Busby says: Using…
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Archery tech explained: How a hinge release works
The last decade of competitive compound archery has undoubtedly seen a significant trend away from the thumb-trigger release to the hinge or back tension model
Mastering the trigger
Lucy O’Sullivan reveals that getting a well-executed shot with a release aid is less a matter of fine hand control, and more a question of activating the right muscles in your back
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Posted in Features, Psychology, Technique, Traditional
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T.R.U. Ball brings out the Blade
T.R.U. Ball has launched two new thumb trigger releases, the Blade and Blade Pro. The Blade has an aluminium body with finger grooves for added grip and a new chequered design on the sides, while the Blade Pro is the…
Back to a Back Tension
Duncan Busby made the switch to a back tension release aid, and here he explains how to make the process work for you A couple of years ago I set myself the goal of shooting with a back tension release…
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The Crucial Factor
Roy Rose knows an unanticipated release is essential – and here, he explains why One of the most puzzling aspects of our sport is surely the statistic that reveals that, although almost every elite shooter employs a surprise release,…
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Autumn Archery
Use your down time wisely, advises John Dudley, so you can hit the ground running Here we are once again, coming into the autumn season. I strongly believe that this season is the best time to make a few changes,…
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Compound release: Building Confidence
Liam Grimwood knows a strong, trouble-free shot is easy enough to learn, you just need confidence in it
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