compound bow?

[NASH-TY-AMC]

I just bought a new bow and was wondering if you have to have a release loop? This one doesnt have it but has release. I am a newb on bows. thx

 

[Infamous1]

no not if it has string nocks to level the arrow, the loop just makes it easier to locate and hook your realease, if you want one tho they are cheap and easy to tie on, if shooting fingers i wouldnt worry about one

scared to death!!!!!

 

[highcj5]

no you don't need a hoop. should have a rubber bumper on the string though. that way the release is not up against the arrow. the hoops are nice though. take it to an archery shop and have them set it up, if not done already. nothing like shooting a properly tuned bow.

 

[Ron]

Depending on how much you plan on shooting, a hoop will make your string last longer.

 

[Loganwayne]

Like they said there not required but with out one your string will wear faster

 

[krzyabncanuck]

Ole school recurve here.

 

[mommucked]

loops are cheaper than strings and I find the knocks or rubber bumpers can slip over time and pinch the nock at draw causing accuracy issues and damaging the serving. I often have my release hooked to the loop while hunting and it's ready to draw instantly, loops are also easy to replace yourself.

 

[NASH-TY-AMC]

thx guys im taking it to a guy and hes going to set it up for me.