The BEST Bowhunting RELEASE Under $100

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The BEST Bowhunting RELEASE Under $100.. Tim Connor reviews and discusses the Stan Solex Index Release, potentially the best archery hunting release under $100. During this review we talk with Josh Jones aka MFJJ of Spokane Valley Archery. We setup this release, test fired it, and discussed the pro's and con's of the Stan Solex Index Release. This was an archery geek out video with ‪@podiumarcher3447‬ #archery #3darchery
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@JoshandTim Жыл бұрын

Heard this guy can do 100 pushups in 20 minutes

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Heard you guys do noods

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

@@CoopaTroopa0525lol 🤣🤣

@papaschuette Жыл бұрын

I just realized you guys had your channel together. Bing watch time. 🤪👍🏽🎯🏹

@sapperROSS Жыл бұрын

50 push ups, lunch then another 50 lol

@tomtolentino7575 Жыл бұрын

At 65 years old….I still manage to pull off 700 push-ups throughout my entire day….far less from my Navy days of a thousand a day 😎🤯

@brpnw4r94 Жыл бұрын

I've been shoot a Carter RX1 for a long time. Set it up for nearly zero travel and using one of the heaviest spring they offer. Replaced the webbing with paracord to remove any torque. It works for me getting a deep hook and using heavy tension before functioning. Great video.

@alexmlawsky4170 11 ай бұрын

Tim your doing great work…. And it sure comes across that you are enjoying what you’re doing - providing information. Thanks. The chemistry with you and FMJJ is 👍!

@roynexus6 11 ай бұрын

Great vid. I just placed an order with Josh as a way to thank him for all the useful archery advice he shares on KZfaq.

@buckconnolly1820 Жыл бұрын

Man, you guys' rock! Keep these videos coming! And I will share your pages with everyone I know.

@darrenlowry7477 Жыл бұрын

I love the fact that I get notifications for MFJJ and Tim's fireside chat and Tim's channel at the same time. I have my morning covered now.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Thank you dude 🙏

@raymondtapatu6869 Жыл бұрын

Great review always appreciate your content and time your doing a great job of teaching people how expensive and cheap archery can be I really love that arrow flight the slow motion is really therapeutic ❤

@N8Stein Жыл бұрын

Yo sick new angle for videos. A big change up from what you guys normally do. Great content!

@chrisfavorin1107 Жыл бұрын

I have the Stan xtinction 2 with the bar instead of the webbing and I absolutely love it but I have been using my middle finger instead of my index and found that I have so much better control of the release than the index finger. I will be looking at this that way I can have a second while in the tree.

@Jeffchizoate 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Exactly what I’ve been looking for. Love your content!

@C.Adams82 Жыл бұрын

Testing thru a chrono, my open hook wrist strap comes off faster than my handheld closed jaw releases. It's not major but it is a touch faster. I discovered this when shooting and noticed that when shooting my thumb releases I was hitting the target consistently lower than when using my open hook index, which is the stan solex and a Scott talon.

@aaronsmith21 11 ай бұрын

Awesome to see you review this release. I’m new to bow hunting and did lots of research and bought this same release a few months ago. I don’t have much to compare against, but I like it so far.

@wahoddad Жыл бұрын

Good man, Tim! Appreciate your taking the time to run thru the numerous options - sounds like I’ll be buying a new backup release 🤘🏻

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my dude

@evanburton1271 4 ай бұрын

Just bought one to try out and subbed. Means alot to see honest reviews, not everybody can afford all the flagship products across the board.

@scottschmeling7622 Жыл бұрын

Great review, nice to know there are good index releases out there!!

@josephbettis6584 Жыл бұрын

Love you guys you go over every kind and every style...and challenge us to try different things to see what works best for us

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

🙏🙏

@pikdiesel Жыл бұрын

I was looking for an upgrade for this September archery elk hunt. I think I found it.... Thanks guys 🤘🏻

@nootnuh 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for this great review! I just ordered one and used your discount code. Thanks for the discount guys!

@allandoesfish2971 5 ай бұрын

Discovered you guys the other day been loving all the videos very helpful info in them

@carlparisi9749 Жыл бұрын

Shooting a hinge properly sets you up for success with any release in my opinion. I used to punch my thumb so bad but I just switched back for a day ya know for funnzies. I shot so well because back tension is just part of my shot process now. I’ll have to try the same with my index this weekend maybe.

@ballisticarchery Жыл бұрын

Seriously TIM and MFJJ are the best duo of personalities in the “archery tube” world. Just keep that tournament rabbit hole journey coming while still covering the typical hunting content and this channel will be like no other. Just my humble opinion. Great video as usual guys.

@georgemyers6518 11 ай бұрын

Great video and demo. I’ve been thinking about getting a wrist strap with the open hook and this type of mechanism. Stan releases are manufactured 1 1/2 hours from where I live.

@anthonylubic Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing guys….the b3 hawk comes with two springs a light one and a heavy one.

@ghaugsness Жыл бұрын

My daughter started shooting one of those last hunting season and loves it.

@theogo4575 7 ай бұрын

This was very helpful for someone new like myself thanks guys!!

@RudyHassallPMP Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this, as I am about to start trying different releases to see if there anything that I like better than my old Scott WildCat 2 and was not aware that STAN was making index style releases. Like Josh noted, I also prefer a single jaw release and auto return with a forward trigger. And that have a head connected with a adjustable length, solid metal swivel instead of a strap connection. This is primarily due to consistency. The strap can expand in weather, become lose, stretch, or even tear which all contribute to inconsistency. What are your thoughts on the following releases? B3 Hawk Swivel (Was this referenced as being a heavy trigger?) T.R.U. Ball Beast XP Hybrid B3 King Swivel

@SamHanson14 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great review and information! Would love to see a similar video breaking down the Scott Verge if you've got the time. I've heard a lot of great things about it online, but I don't trust anything unless it's coming from you and MFJJ.

@jpjr6757 Жыл бұрын

Tim I asked for this a couple videos ago. Thank you for posting this. This is the content I want to see. Go look at elkshape 2-3 years ago and this is the videos we got. Good formula for success.

@Redneckike 5 ай бұрын

Love the video. Just got a bow to start hunting. Love the features of this release. But it’s sold out on the site. 😢. Keep up the great videos. Your really helping out us newbie’s

@rebeccajackson5620 Жыл бұрын

I just bought the Stan Solex after watching your video. I'm really happy with it.

@johncannady6105 Жыл бұрын

Don't think it will replace my Carter Like Mikes, but great review and I will keep it in mind if I am ever needing another index.

@thomassylvestro9041 5 ай бұрын

You guys are doing an awesome job. Tried to buy this release. SOLD Out... Nice work... Ill get one soon.

@BowHunter74 11 ай бұрын

Y’all are the best duo period! I spot and stalk a lot in the swamps down here and because of this video I ordered it! Keep up the great work

@TimConnor13 11 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it my dude

@JS-ji5bl 11 ай бұрын

Actually I was thinking about getting this release so I'm glad you did this video lol, I have a old short and sweet and a Hot shot tempest that I am currently rotating between but I'm adding the Stan in the mix soon.. Great video thanks guys.

@tonyviers-de9qi Жыл бұрын

I bought the wise guy and it was very crisp but very hot . And no tension adjustment really. I bought the solex on a whim and it is a great release. Just as crisp. You can adjust tension and get the length down short to wrap your finger . Best release ( index) ive ever had

@brockdrenth2772 Жыл бұрын

I just got this release and agree it's the best index release out there. I'm definitely getting another one. Thanks for creating great content!

@jimjackson9731 11 ай бұрын

I think Stan makes some good releases. I have personally tried the Solex and I think it's solid. One thing I didn't see mention mentioned in this video was the wrist strap itself. I feel this is one place Stan is cutting costs to reach that sub $100 price point. The strap on this thing feels like one of if not the cheapest most uncomfortable straps I've touched. Great release but consider getting a different strap for it if you do buy it.

@eugenearchibald7375 10 ай бұрын

Good stuff, I got back into hunting with a bow .. a dinosaur from the 90's and we didn't have much money, I was on a Pearson recurve no sight. Man I love my compound with a peep sight. Omg so accurate. Guess I need the single bar. Going to get more accurate more arrows getting destroyed, they clump so tight with the sight and release, even if it's the wrong one. Basics are important to build a good foundation. All this tuning and stuff will make it more accurate? Omg gonna be fun!

@brandonrogers9758 9 ай бұрын

After having mine for a while I have to admit it’s the best index release I’ve ever owned. No trigger travel and breaks clean like a small rod of glass. Thanks Tim

@papabearsstoves 9 ай бұрын

Hey just starting a Archery shop in Marathon NY. How did you hang the bows up overhead. I really like how they look and the space savings.

@gemeni69 5 ай бұрын

My two favorite releases are TruBall The Beast (Index release) Stan PerfeX release. I’ve used these two for 10 years. I’m positive there is better releases but these two are the best in my opinion. Great video, y’all have some great content.

@timgruver5932 Жыл бұрын

Try the Stan xtinction 2. With the strap model. It’s a sear &a half internal design. Tension and travel adjustable. It is butter smooth. There is no feel of friction at all. It just pops. But it ain’t $99.99 either.

@addicted2archery199 4 ай бұрын

Sup Timmy!!?? What camera and lens setup are you running? That would be a great video!

@elncalls Жыл бұрын

Been using the Solex since December. Love it. For me even more accurate than my UV Button. Been making note of in on AT. Can’t say enough good about it.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear a more long-term review!

@garrettstraffon608 11 ай бұрын

I have the Scott talon and love it. It’s a hinge, They have a newer one that is the same thing. And it’s very adjustable. And only 100

@dajuice9914 Жыл бұрын

Plz definitely do an update video with this release love to see it. Also do a UV button update see how u like it if u still even shoot it

@terrygippert7208 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for your information

@davidsbielawski Жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine last night from the link! 😉

@tylersweeney22 Жыл бұрын

Try the tru ball execution, most adjustable index out im pretty sure. Can do all those adjustments pluse the actual trigger can be positioned in 3 different ways. I love it just wish I would have gotten the nylon version instead of the solid non "dangly" so I'd suggest that one in all reality.

@RyanSchwietersOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Thanks... I wasn't looking for a new relaase, but I have one on the way now!

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Lol.. never know what you didn’t know you needed 😂

@RyanSchwietersOutdoors Жыл бұрын

@@TimConnor13 well once Josh started talking about the release off of 1 point instead of 2 points like my current release... I realized and had to get it!

@keithcheever8186 Жыл бұрын

Got it bout three months ago great release I did up it a notch and got the BOA style wrist strap from Tru Glo the one for carter releases now for me its awesome

@brooksgrabill3829 Жыл бұрын

Please review the tru ball execution release

@jjelkslayer033 Жыл бұрын

Looks exactly like my tru ball short and sweet! I’ve shot that release for 15 years. The same one.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

That’s a haul! Still working too, that’s cool

@bradbailey8907 5 ай бұрын

Bought this release thanks to the great review on this product. Definitely different than what I’m used to. But I’m getting better with it. Also the break on this release is great

@mrgrinch605 8 ай бұрын

Have you guys done one on knock on’s wrist release yet? Would like thoughts on it?Playing with one right now kinda like it since can change it to back-tension release also

@StephenWilk Жыл бұрын

Ordered mine last Friday.. waiting for it to get here!

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Word!

@snowboarddude117 5 ай бұрын

Is this a release that you have to hold the "trigger" to keep the Jaws open or does it "pop" open after activating? If that makes sense.

@davidgunderman3968 Жыл бұрын

I was looking to get another B3 Hawk as a backup but now I have this on the way. It'll be fun to compare the two.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

b3 hawk is solid, just far less adjustable.. let me know what you think!

@hellcatoutdoors Жыл бұрын

Great video, I may need one of these

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

It’s $$$

@nicolasmora5395 Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing on this. The ol lady needs a new release so this is on the list. Going to have to order it when I get home.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Good deal

@joelvaldez1987 Жыл бұрын

After shooting a hinge and thumb for a while I decided to throw on my index release now that my brain won’t allow me to punch the trigger. It’s a b3 Hawk have it set with no travel and a little heavier works out great but the Hawk its just heavier than I like. Was slapping arrows together at 50 yards which made me want to go with an index for this year. I did however just pick up a Wiseguy to try out but now you have me thinking I should try out the sole x. Just like my thumb releases I like it set a little heavier with no travel I should’ve done more research before trading one of my hinges for a Wiseguy.

@grege8716 8 ай бұрын

SOLD!! Thanks guys, Good Hunting!

@shanegraham7853 11 ай бұрын

Not sure if it’s been mentioned. Look into the Scott Verge. Great back tension wrist index release.

@randyhutch50 11 ай бұрын

Just got mine in the mail today. It works really well but I don't know about the strap. I had a trufire release I don't use and swapped the Stan over to the trufire strap. I think Stan makes a better release but trufire has the better strap - less messing with getting it buckled. send you a picture

@bennyabney939 11 ай бұрын

You mentioned the carter quickie not getting heavy enough, I shoot the quickie 1+ and it offers some very heavy springs. Might be worth looking at. Adjustment is not as fast and easy as that stan though.

@anthonysfishingadventures6867 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately I have carpel tunnel syndrome in my right hand any suggestions on shooting more accurate with numbness in my index finger …. Thanks in advance

@AlexTroska Жыл бұрын

can you please do a speed test with your current arrow setup on that bow? I'm considering getting one but I like heavy arrows and I would like to know speeds with hunting arrows.

@Jbob37 5 ай бұрын

Would love to see a update on this release 😉

@tsi-rocket4144 Жыл бұрын

I like my tru ball short & sweet on a tru glo boa strap but it was 130$ put together but I don't like the strap bc its always banging on everything. I'm planning to try the spot hogg wiseguy keep hammering with the boa strap(love the boa). The spot hogg wiseguy with the boa actually folds out of the way and goes short enough for me as I run my release short enough. I had issues with my tru fire hardcore not going short enough.

@justinbwhite31 Жыл бұрын

What about the Scott HyperJaw? Its technically both. Which one would consider it? Or is it ok to use on a D-Loop and still be accurate?

@jck395 Жыл бұрын

Have you tried the tru ball execution??

@kevinforer9746 9 ай бұрын

Wondering what you think of the Scott ghost

@kevincumberland4142 Жыл бұрын

Do a review of the Scott Verge! I love my scott verge. Was wanting to see what your guys pov of it is, so i have something to compare my opinion to.

@papaschuette Жыл бұрын

Hey Brother. And I thought getting a TrueFire Smoke Max was a pretty good release. I'm gonna have to look into some releases like MFJJ recommended. Single hook style. Thanks for the tip. For sure.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped ✊

@rayemcgee883 Жыл бұрын

I shoot an index release. I wanted one that i could set very heavy, and my local shop had the Spot Hogg Tuff Guy. It has zero creep, the trigger can be set VERY heavy, and the jaw only opens on one side. My groups have gotten smaller and my target panic is pretty much gone. The reason im thinking about switching to the Solex is this Tuff Guy is LOUD when you close the jaw.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Interesting.. yeah Solex is not loud at all

@timgruver5932 Жыл бұрын

I amazed you felt the heavy spring in the Carter Quickie wasn’t enough. I’ve used one for like forever. Medium spring no travel.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Yeah I think I’m pulling pretty hard, maybe too hard

@justingarant9367 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review, makes myself want to own one ☝️. Would it be possible to get a review towards the Scott Ghost NCS. ?

@Koivumaa94 10 ай бұрын

Could you make a video on the truball beast? I want to know what think about it. Both pros and cons.

@chrisbowman2030 Жыл бұрын

I recently bought a Tru Ball Execution wrist strap release. Over 100 bucks of course, but a lot of adjustments. Double sear, so trigger stays the same no matter how hard you pull and crisp af.

@jordanpowell228 Жыл бұрын

Top notch release. There many better if any at all. If you are an index shooter give the scott verge a try. My accuracy has definitely improved utilizing the click and using it like a hinge

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

@@jordanpowell228I’ve tried the verge briefly.. seems legit.. would love it to be in a single finger model

@technicalbowhunting Жыл бұрын

Have you tried the Scott Verge? You said you like the hinge? The verge seems like almost the best of both world. 2 finger index release with a click 🤙

@billgalante1181 11 ай бұрын

Great video.

@jtyaple Жыл бұрын

Carter Like Mike II: #1 No travel at all! #2 Super adjustable tension to pretty insane cold heavy tension. Problem: not under $100. Cool added bonus: mimics the Nock2It Backstrap so you can practice back tension with it.

@josephhenderson7044 5 ай бұрын

Ty guys for showing people out there you don’t have to be rich to be a good bow hunter 🤘🏼🇺🇸

@joeversus7113 Жыл бұрын

Update for me i have like 600 arrows throughout the shot process of this release from STAN. Had it for the last 2 months. I set it extremely hot and light trigger. Zero i mean zero complaints. Best index money can buy ATM.

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it 🙏

@tonyviers-de9qi 9 ай бұрын

I was looking for a like mike or an execute … shop had this so I bought it. It is really nice . I’m not sure like mike could be better. If you’ve shot both and know id be interested to know

@landonzimmerman5431 Жыл бұрын

This was perfect timing! I’ve been struggling to decide between hunting with a thumb or index release. How big of a range does the tension adjustment have?

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

Best in class, I’ve never seen one with more!

@landonzimmerman5431 Жыл бұрын

@@TimConnor13 can you set it heavier than the b3 hawk (their light trigger, not the heavy one)? I like a lot of pre-load 😂

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

@@landonzimmerman5431I thought so, it can go heavy

@hellrazor32r1 7 ай бұрын

Can u do a review on the solex cm

@SteezerZimmer 4 ай бұрын

If I am looking at getting this release, should I just man up and spend a little more on a nicer release? why would you go for a release like this vs a double sear index? Thank you for the video!

@TimConnor13 4 ай бұрын

Updated vid coming tomorrow ✊

@mrt3206 Жыл бұрын

What are the odds of driving there and actually meeting you and JJ at the archery shop? And how long does it take to build a bow and arrows because I’m looking into get new everything. Off topic of the video but maybe I’ll get an answer😁

@davesavage7662 Жыл бұрын

I hate having a wrist strap on all day but I'm reconsidering

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

I feel you.. but keeps at the ready

@gump636 11 ай бұрын

I got the flex but I’m thinking about trying this one.

@wcwcgarner2717 Жыл бұрын

People should shoot wt what they are comfortable with. I shoot a stan shootoff TL thumb button release for everything 3d and hunting. I get a crisp clean shoot. Every time

@davidyoung1427 Жыл бұрын

Good video Tim, keep up the good work.👍

@davidyoung1427 Жыл бұрын

Wouldn’t be surprised that Stan comes out with a click index release next to compliment the thumb click release. I can see that working well too. 😊

@TimConnor13 Жыл бұрын

@@davidyoung1427thank you dude 🙏🙏

@cree7449 Жыл бұрын

Content is great. Have you tried it with a glove? Even the thinnest of gloves. Try that before you get too far in. May change your mind on the type of wrist strap you want.

@aaronmelotti8077 7 ай бұрын

literally the perfect video, I lost my thumb release a couple weeks ago and have been using my backup index release. I was considering the Wiseguy for a couple weeks this video helped a lot. Thank you!

@christopheroleary2512 9 ай бұрын

Just started my learning journey within the past 24 hours (other than scouts many decades ago). So I am a total n00b here. Wouldn't it be possible to get a hand held and attach a custom wrist strap? Maybe modify the attachment to be quick like a hook, but smooth like the other? Also, in precision rifle shooting you use the pad of your finger (between the index finger tip and the first knuckle), which is smooth and steady. So wouldn't it be the same with the release trigger?

@christopheroleary2512 9 ай бұрын

If someone makes something like I mentioned above, make sure to include me for the intellectual property! :P