[Twisted Canuck]

Originally Posted by Prdtrgttr

Yes, I agree that everyone should shoot that with which they are comfortable. However, most people who shoot a caliper, learn to do it incorrectly. They use their finger to shoot it, rather than pulling through on their shot. Index finger releases can also be difficult to consistently anchor for beginning archers. Additionally, as one uses a trigger release more, they tend to anticipate their shot, once you begin to anticipate your shot, you develop target anxiety or target panic. Archers start to do drive bys on their target, rather than allowing your pin to naturally float on the target and pull through your shot with a surprise release . Shot anxiety or target panic is one of the most frustrating things that happens to archers, and most of this stems from incorrect form, while slapping or punching index finger releases. A tension release, a hinge release, and even a thumb release, while taking a little more initial learning, typically trains beginning archers to shoot better by establishing good form and follow through. If you need more information, follow John Dudley via podcast or you tube.
Good luck to you guys!!!!

Valid points for sure. I just tend to think that for hunting (which is the indicated use) that a caliper type is the better set up for the reasons LC pointed out. Learning to use it properly is the key. Another reason a new archer should have some qualified coaching to start out.