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bjrogg:
Not sure if this helps you or anyone else. For me I found that I like a fairly deep grip. String is in between two middle knuckles. I find it easier to release that way. When I want to release I don’t think about opening my grip. I simply think about relaxing my index finger. I relax it and the rest of them follow. With my fingers relaxed from the deep grip the string just leaves my hand without me having to open my grip.

I’m certainly not a expert archer. Many people have much more knowledge, better form and better accuracy. I do think I have a very consistent, fairly decent release though.

When I had a shallow grip. Just using the tips of my fingers. I was much more likely to pluck and not nearly as consistent. I also feel unless you are overbowed. A very light bow is slightly harder to get a very smooth consistent release for me than a heavier bow that isn’t to heavy.

Not sure if any of that is worth the time it took to type, but maybe it might just help.
Bjrogg

Pat B:
I forgot about a deep grip, BJ.  You would think it wouldn't make for a smooth release but it really does.

Strelets:
I agree with the deep grip. If you have a shallow grip you have to curl your hand to keep the string on your fingers; the result is tension in your hand and forearm and plucking the string. When you loose don't think about your fingers, just think of swinging  your elbow back (not down and back) just a tiny bit more, all the while pressing your bow hand onto the target.

When I do this it's usually a good shot. Now, my question is "How can I make myself do this every time?"

Pat B:
by taking hundreds ans hundreds of thoughtful shots so your muscle memory and subconscious take over while you concentrate on where the arrow will go.

HH~:
Never put string past my fingerprint center on tips of fingers. That split with glove or 3 under with tab.

I see guys pluck alot with lightweight bows when they anticipate the release but i may have said this before.

Shawn

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