Side Bar Bracket With Quick Detach

The Nock On Side Bar Bracket With Quick Detach gives you full two-axis adjustability and one-twist removal for any rear stabilizer setup. It uses AAE’s proven Gripper system with laser-etched reference marks on both axes, so you can dial in the smallest angle changes and return to the same position every time.

Built from 7075 aluminum with AAE’s Bolt Lock System (BLS), this side bar bracket holds a rock-solid position once tightened and breaks loose cleanly when you want to adjust. The integrated Quick Detach lets you pull your rear stabilizer off the bracket without removing the bracket from the bow, so you can case the bow flat or strip the back bar before a stalk.

John Dudley uses this bracket through his target and indoor seasons to run a Riddance short rod off the back with the angle pulled in close to the string. The endless angle adjustment lets you tune how the bracket pushes out, drops down, or pulls the back rod toward the bow until the bow holds steady on the pin.

Core Benefits of the Side Bar Bracket With Quick Detach

• Two-Axis Adjustability: Move your back rod up, down, in, and out independently to fine-tune balance and aiming feel.
• Quick Detach Removal: Pull the rear stabilizer off without losing your bracket position, useful for casing, packing, or stripping a back bar before hunting.
• BLS Bolt Lock System: Automatically micro-drives the parts apart when you loosen the bolt, so adjustments stay easy after months of weather and use.
• Laser-Etched Reference Marks: Both axes are marked so you can log a favorite setup, swap bows, and return to the same configuration without re-tuning.

Side Bar Bracket Features

AAE Gripper With BLS Locking

The bracket uses AAE’s Gripper system, which seats two tapered surfaces against each other for maximum contact area. Once tightened, the bracket locks position and stays there. Archers who’ve put this on a bow consistently report it doesn’t vibrate loose, even under repeated shots with a fully weighted back rod.

AAE’s proprietary Bolt Lock System (BLS) automatically micro-drives the bracket halves apart when you loosen the central bolt. This prevents the seizing and binding common with anodized hardware, so every adjustment session feels as smooth as the first.

Two-Axis Adjustment With Laser-Etched Reference Marks

Two independent axes control the back rod angle (up/down) and offset (in/out from the bow). Laser-etched marks on both axes show every position change so you can record your setup and replicate it.

John Dudley uses the marks for fine-tuning across bows. He’s said stabilization is fun to play with because you can change the angle on the rear stabilizer, bring it further out, drop it further down, or pull it closer to the string until the bow holds where you want it.

Quick Detach Side Rod Removal

The integrated Quick Detach lets you remove the rear stabilizer without unbolting the bracket. Twist and pull, and your back rod comes off. Thread it back on and you’re at the same angle and offset as before.

This makes casing the bow easier. For hunting setups where you don’t want to run a back bar through thick cover, you can pull the rear rod and leave the bracket on the bow.

Flush Mount With the Riddance Stabilizer

The bracket profile sits flush against the riser when paired with the Nock On Riddance Stabilizer. No gap, no awkward standoff, just a clean lockup that keeps your back-bar setup tight to the bow.

Side Bar Bracket Technical Specifications

• Material: 7075 aluminum
• Locking System: AAE Gripper with tapered engagement
• Adjustment: Two-axis (up/down and in/out) with laser-etched reference marks on both axes
• Release Mechanism: AAE Bolt Lock System (BLS) for clean, bind-free adjustments
• Quick Detach: Integrated quick disconnect for rear stabilizer
• Weight: 170 grams (6.0 ounces)
• Compatibility: Mounts to standard side bar holes on the riser; pairs flush with the Nock On Riddance Stabilizer

Side Bar Bracket Performance

This adjustable sidebar mount gives you one piece of hardware for rear stabilizer mounting, fine angle tuning, and quick removal. Pair it with a Riddance short rod and a weight stack for a target back-bar configuration, or run it on a hunting rig where you want the option to pull the rear rod before getting into tight cover.

The Gripper locks down, the BLS releases clean, and the laser-etched marks let you return to the same setup every time you pick up the bow.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Side Bar Bracket With Quick Detach

Will the quick detach work with my current rear stabilizer?

The Quick Detach uses standard stabilizer threading. If your rear rod has the correct threaded insert, it’ll connect cleanly. Some older stabilizers shipped with shorter threaded bolts that don’t give enough engagement with a QD setup; if that’s your case, you’ll need a longer threaded bolt from your stabilizer maker.

The bracket is designed to pair flush with the Nock On Riddance Stabilizer for the cleanest fit.

How tight do I need to crank the gripper bolt?

You don’t need a lot of torque. The Gripper’s tapered engagement grips with light hand tension on the bolt and won’t loosen during shooting. Customer reviews consistently mention this as one of the bracket’s best features.

Over-tightening makes the bracket hard to break loose later for adjustments, so set it firmly with your standard Allen wrench and leave it.

Can I use this as a front stabilizer mount instead of a side bar mount?

The Side Bar Bracket is built for rear stabilizer mounting off the dedicated side bar holes on your riser. It isn’t designed to replace your front stabilizer mount.

Will the quick detach add length to my setup?

Yes, the QD adds a small amount of length to your overall back rod configuration. John Dudley accounts for this in his setups, and the trade-off of being able to pull the rear stabilizer at the bracket without losing your position is worth it for most archers.

How do I keep track of my preferred angle and offset?

The laser-etched reference marks on both axes let you log your favorite position. Once you’ve found a setup that aims well, write down the marks. If you remove the bracket, swap bows, or travel for a tournament, you can return to the same configuration without re-tuning.

Does this bracket vibrate loose during shooting?

Archers who’ve used the AAE Gripper consistently report it doesn’t vibrate loose, even with heavy weight stacks on the rear rod. The tapered engagement and 7075 aluminum construction hold a lockdown that doesn’t drift between shots.

Is a rear stabilizer worth running for hunting?

John Dudley personally doesn’t run a rear stabilizer for hunting. The back rod can snag in thick cover, take up space in a tree stand or ground blind, and add length to the bow when you’re carrying it through canola, wheat, or timber. Modern quivers are already light and mount close to the bow, which removes a lot of the original reason for back-bar offset weight.

For target and indoor seasons, John Dudley does run a rear stabilizer with this bracket because the back bar acts as a torque indicator and steadies the hold. If you shoot 3D or target events during the off-season, the Side Bar Bracket With Quick Detach lets you add a back rod for those events and pull it off again before hunting season.