The Nock 2 It is one of the most popular releases on the market today and for good reason! It's been dominating the archery community due to its simplicity, comfort and its ability to tighten groups quickly. The Nock 2 It series features a custom 2 finger design, auto-closing jaw for a quick and easy attachment to your d-loop, and a wrist lanyard. The finger hole is innovated to accommodate use with a light glove while hunting in addition to adding the security of making it ideal for drawing the bow. By limiting the number of fingers you use on the release you instantly reduce the variation in your release angle and rocker position because the hand stays ergonomically correct. Simply put, by forcing repeatable hand and finger pressure you quickly recognize the repeatability downrange! Your group will never be the same again.

The Nock 2 It Custom Release is engineered for archers who demand precision and consistency in their shot execution.

Built on years of field testing and professional competition experience, this innovative two-finger design has revolutionized how archers approach shot execution. When you’re pushing your limits — whether that’s in the backcountry or on the competition line — the Nock 2 It delivers rock-solid performance that shows up in your groups.

Core Benefits

• Revolutionary Two-Finger Design: Engineered for optimal hand position and reduced variation, instantly improving shot consistency.
• Competition-Grade Precision: Auto-closing jaw system ensures perfect D-loop engagement every time.
• Field-Proven Durability: Built to perform in all hunting conditions, including compatibility with light gloves.
• Enhanced Safety Features: Integrated wrist lanyard and ergonomic design for secure drawing and shot execution.

Feature Breakdown

Optimized Two-Finger Architecture

The custom two-finger design won’t just keep you comfortable. It eliminates variables that stand in the way of your execution.

By reducing contact points, you achieve more consistent finger pressure and release angle shot after shot. The ergonomic finger positioning maintains a natural hand position, reducing fatigue during long practice sessions or after days in the field.

Pro-Grade Hook System

The auto-closing jaw delivers instant, precise D-loop engagement. The hook design ensures optimal positioning at the top of the casing, creating clean, consistent releases that translate directly to tighter groups downrange.

This system eliminates common inconsistencies found in traditional release designs.

Precision Trigger Mechanism

Featuring a customizable thumb barrel position, the trigger system allows for precise shot execution through proper back tension technique. The smooth trigger travel promotes proper execution without anticipation, leading to surprise releases that boost accuracy.

Hunt-Ready Construction

Built for real-world performance, the release body is machined for durability while maintaining perfect balance. The finger openings are sized to work seamlessly with light hunting gloves, ensuring consistent performance in cold weather.

Technical Specifications

• Construction: Machined aluminum body
• Finish: Black anodized
• Trigger: Adjustable thumb barrel
• Safety: Integrated wrist lanyard
• Compatibility: Universal D-loop compatibility
• Hand Orientation: Available for right- and left-hand shooters

Usage Guidelines

For optimal performance, maintain 60% pressure on the index finger and 40% on the middle finger when drawing and anchoring. This pressure distribution ensures consistent D-loop positioning and clean releases.

Anchor with the index finger along the jawline and middle finger in the cheek well for repeatable positioning.

Performance Summary

The Nock 2 It Custom Release represents the evolution of handheld release design, delivering competition-level precision in a hunting-ready package.

Its innovative features work together to create a release that performs at the highest level and helps archers develop and maintain proper shot execution form.

The Nock 2 It is one of the most popular releases on the market today and for good reason! It's been dominating the archery community due to its simplicity, comfort and its ability to tighten groups quickly. The Nock 2 It series features a custom 2 finger design, auto-closing jaw for a quick and easy attachment to your d-loop, and a wrist lanyard. The finger hole is innovated to accommodate use with a light glove while hunting in addition to adding the security of making it ideal for drawing the bow. By limiting the number of fingers you use on the release you instantly reduce the variation in your release angle and rocker position because the hand stays ergonomically correct. Simply put, by forcing repeatable hand and finger pressure you quickly recognize the repeatability downrange! Your group will never be the same again.

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The Nock 2 It is one of the most popular releases on the market today and for good reason! It's been dominating the archery community due to its simplicity, comfort and its ability to tighten groups quickly. The Nock 2 It series features a custom 2 finger design, auto-closing jaw for a quick and easy attachment to your d-loop and a wrist lanyard. The finger hole is innovated to accommodate use with a light glove while hunting in addition to adding the security of making it ideal for drawing the bow. By limiting the number of fingers you use on the release you instantly reduce the variation in your release angle and rocker position because the hand stays ergonomically correct. Simply put, by forcing repeatable hand and finger pressure you quickly recognize the repeatability downrange! Your group will never be the same again.

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The New Silverback Plus series is the "Worlds leading tension activated release". The Silverback Plus is a tension activated release designed specifically to help those who are striving to achieve perfect shooting technique. The Silverback Plus series activates from building continual pressure against the back wall of the bow once the safety is released to get a perfect surprise shot. This technology has led to beating buck fever and target panic better than any release on the market. The Silverback Plus is shaped to match identically with the Nock 2 It series release so the two complement one another for training and competition. Watch the videos below for easy instruction.

The new 2 SMOOTH hinge style back tension release with micro-adjustable head/hook/clicker position.

The new 2 Smoooth hinge style release is the 3rd installment to the Nock On release collection. This hinge has two independent moon adjustments with infinite control of both the speed and clicker length. By simply turning two screws, you have the ability to adjust both independent moons to your optimal position. The new 2 finger handle with optimized index hole position allows head position to be laid back to match the draw length of the Nock 2 it and Silverback releases. The compact head of the release has scribed index marks for precise position referencing. It also incorporates dual magnets for auto loading of the hook and head.

Nock On Back Strap Tension-Activated Wrist Release

Tension-Activated Performance for Wrist Strap Shooters

The Nock On Back Strap solves one of archery’s biggest problems: starting with a wrist strap release that leads to punching the trigger and freezing on target.

This tension-activated wrist release brings proven back tension principles to a comfortable wrist strap design. After years of coaching archers through target panic issues, we’ve built a release that lets you safely draw, anchor properly, and get a true surprise shot every time.

When that buck steps into range, this release delivers rock-solid performance.

What This Release Does

• Stops Target Panic: Eliminates freezing and punching by forcing a surprise break.
• Works Two Ways: Use it as a tension-activated or standard index trigger with one adjustment.
• Fits Perfect Every Time: The BOA system gives you an exact fit, whether you’re in a T-shirt or layers.
• Built for Hunting: Compact, quiet, and tested in real hunting situations.

The Back Strap Advantage

Center Pivot Safety System

The Back Strap uses a practical safety system that actually works in the field. Draw your bow with your finger behind the trigger, anchor solid, then squeeze the trigger to deactivate the safety. Now pull back against the wall to your preset weight until your shot breaks with a total surprise — no punching, no freezing, just a clean break.

This release brings proper shooting technique to a wrist strap design, giving you the benefits of back tension while keeping the familiar feel many hunters prefer.

BOA Wrist Strap

We’ve licensed a BOA strap system that flat-out works in the field. It’s the same tech used in quality snowboard boots and running shoes, so you know it’s built to last.

Just push the dial and tighten it to your comfort level, whether you’re in a T-shirt or bundled up. Done shooting? Just lift the dial, hear the click, and slide your hand right out.

No more fumbling with Velcro or D-loops that never hit the right spot. This is comfortable, quiet, and built for real hunting conditions.

Simple Tension Adjustment

The Back Strap uses the same internal mechanism as our Silverback Plus series, giving you tension adjustment from nine up to 40 pounds of pull tension with just one spring. No need to swap springs or components. Just turn the Allen wrench and you’re set.

A little adjustment goes a long way — usually just a quarter turn makes a noticeable difference. For best results of firing tension, set it about four to six pounds over your bow’s holding weight (e.g., if you’re at 80% let-off on a 70-pound bow, you’re holding 14 pounds, so set the release around 18-20 pounds, which is right where it comes out of the package).

Compact Open-Hook Design

The Back Strap is built super compact — no more bulky releases hanging off your wrist. The open-hook design makes loading onto your D-loop quick and clean, even with cold hands or low light. Just hook and go. The jaw opens smoothly and reliably every time.

We’ve kept everything tight and minimal without sacrificing durability, because we know this release needs to perform season after season in tough conditions.

The jaw is a reverse design that opens away from your face, giving you ideal clearance with a beard or face mask.

Two Releases in One

What really separates the Back Strap from anything else out there is that you can use it two ways: Set it up for proper tension activation to build good habits and eliminate target panic, or quickly adjust it to work just like a standard index release if that’s what you need for a specific hunting situation.

This isn’t just a release. It’s also the ultimate training tool that’ll improve your shot process. Perfect for new shooters avoiding bad habits or experienced archers looking to clean up their form.

Tech Specs

• Tension Range: Nine to 40 pounds firing weight (single spring — no need to swap parts)
• Wrist Fit: BOA system adjusts to fit virtually any archer
• Conversion: Easily switches between right- and left-handed use
• Size: Super compact, minimal bulk on your wrist
• Compatibility: Works with any standard D-loop
• Included: Allen wrench for all adjustments
• Operation: Safety-based system with continuous pull activation
• Wrist Sizes: Fits wrists as small as 5.75″ up to large adult sizes

Using the Back Strap

The Back Strap works in a straightforward, practical way:

1. Draw and Anchor: Finger behind the trigger, draw back, and anchor with your index knuckle at the base of your earlobe.
2. Squeeze: Squeeze the trigger to deactivate the safety but not fire the arrow.
3. Pull: While aiming on target, keep pulling against the back wall, focusing on your elbow moving straight back.
4. Let It Break: The shot breaks clean with a surprise release when you pull to the preset weight.

Need to use it like a standard index trigger release? Just back out the tension screw until it’s about flush with the casing, tighten the set screw, and you’re good to go. It works just like the wrist strap you’re used to.

Why I Developed the Back Strap

Through years of coaching, I’ve seen one problem more often than any other: new archers starting with a wrist strap release, developing the habit of punching the trigger, and ending up with target panic or buck fever.

The Back Strap fixes this issue by bringing proper back tension principles to a familiar wrist strap design.

The concept is simple but powerful: Trust your pin float, pull through the shot, and let it break with a surprise. This is the same technique used by top competitive archers worldwide and now available in a format that works for both training and hunting.

If you’ve struggled with freezing under the target or punching your release, or if you just want to build better shooting habits from the start, the Back Strap will help you get there. No gimmicks, no compromises — just solid technique built into a practical design that performs when it matters.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nock On Back Strap

How does the BOA wrist strap system work? Is it durable?

The BOA system is incredibly durable — it’s the same technology used in high-end snowboard boots and cycling shoes.

To tighten, just push down on the BOA dial and rotate for perfect micro-adjustment. For removal, simply lift the BOA dial until it clicks and slide your hand out. This allows for much better adjustability than traditional Velcro straps, especially when wearing different clothing layers or gloves.

Will I need to adjust my anchor position or peep height when switching to the Back Strap?

Most archers can use their existing peep setup without changes. For proper form, place your index knuckle at the base of your earlobe, with your thumb slightly relaxed under your jawline. This position typically maintains your existing peep height.

If needed, you can make minor D-loop adjustments more easily than with handheld releases, since wrist releases don’t create the same string torque concerns.

What’s the tension adjustment range, and how do I set it properly?

The Back Strap adjusts from nine to 40 pounds with a single spring — no need to swap components like with older releases. One full turn changes the activation weight by approximately 10 pounds, so small adjustments make a big difference.

For most setups, set it to fire at four to six pounds over your bow’s holding weight. For example, if you’re shooting a 70-pound bow with 80% let-off (14 pounds holding weight), start with the tension around 19–20 pounds, which is how it comes out of the package.

Can I still let down safely after I’ve deactivated the safety?

Absolutely. After drawing and squeezing the trigger to deactivate the safety, you can simply release pressure on the trigger to re-engage the safety, allowing you to let down safely. This makes the Back Strap practical for hunting situations where you might need to hold and then let down.

Will my point of impact change compared to other releases?

Yes, you’ll likely notice a different point of impact compared to other releases. This follows the common archery principle that when you change anything, you change everything.

Most right-handed shooters find they hit slightly left with the Back Strap compared to handheld releases. Adjust your sight accordingly, and consider marking your sight or counting clicks so you can quickly switch between releases if needed.

How does the Back Strap compare to the Silverback Plus handheld release?

Both releases use the same internal tension mechanism, but determining which one is better comes down to personal preference.

The Back Strap is ideal if you prefer having your release always attached to your wrist or you’re transitioning from a traditional wrist strap. The Silverback Plus might be better if you prefer a handheld release’s feel and anchor position. Both provide the same tension-activated surprise shot, just with different anchor positions and handling characteristics.

Is the Back Strap suitable for smaller archers, youth, or women?

Yes. The BOA system accommodates wrists as small as 5.75″ in diameter, making it comfortable for youth archers, women, and anyone with smaller wrists. The adjustable cord length also ensures proper trigger positioning regardless of hand size.

This Wrist Strap Combo Kit that is the ultimate upgrade for your handheld release. This allows your handheld release to transform in a Wriststrap version adding comfort, security and added consistency. The combo kit works on the Nock 2 It, Nock 2 It Mini, Silverback Plus and Silverback Plus Mini. The Nock On Custom Wrist Strap features the BOA system to easily twist the dial to your exact fit for ultimate repeatability on target but then quickly be ready for removal with a pop of the dial. The wrist strap is super comfortable and easily adjustable in the length of the release from your wrist to your hand so you have a perfect anchor. We have tailored two size straps to fit all archers perfectly.

SM/MD fits wrist 4"-6.5"

LG/XL fits wrist 6"-9"