ARCHERY RELEASE RETENSION SYSTEM

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is a non-provisional application and claims the benefit of U.S. Application Ser. No. 63/661,577, titled “BINOCULAR HARNESS LANYARD FOR SECURING ARCHERY RELEASE,” filed by Timothy Jacob Netherton on Jun. 19, 2024.

This application incorporates the entire contents of the foregoing application(s) herein by reference.

TECHNICAL FIELD

Various embodiments relate generally to an apparatus and system to assist with archery.

BACKGROUND

Hunting is a practice that dates back thousands of years and remains a significant cultural and recreational activity in many parts of the world today. It involves pursuing and harvesting wild animals for food, sport, population control, or conservation. Historically used in pursuit of human survival, hunting has evolved into a regulated activity with modern tools, ethical guidelines, and legal frameworks designed to ensure ecological balance and sustainability.

There are several methods of hunting, each tailored to different environments, game animals, and hunter preferences. Some of the most common techniques include rifle hunting, where firearms are used to target game from a distance, and trapping, which involves setting up devices to capture animals passively. Other methods include stalking, which requires stealthy movement to approach prey, and hunting with dogs, where trained canines assist in locating and retrieving game. These diverse approaches allow hunters to adapt their strategy based on terrain, weather, and the behavior of the target species.

Archery hunting is a traditional and increasingly popular form of hunting that relies on bows and arrows instead of firearms. This method requires a high degree of skill, patience, and precision, as hunters must get closer to their targets and make accurate shots to ensure a humane harvest. Modern archery hunters use compound bows, crossbows, or traditional recurve bows, often paired with advanced sights and gear.

SUMMARY

Apparatus and associated methods relate to an archery release retention system (ARRS). In an illustrative example, an ARRS may include a wearable support structure. The ARRS may, for example, include an archery release retention apparatus (ARRA), for example. The ARRA may, for example, include a first connector configured to operatively couple the wearable support structure. The ARRA may, for example, include a second connector configured to operatively couple an archery release. The second connector and the first connector may, for example, be fastened together by a third connector operatively coupled both the second connector and the first connector. Various embodiments may advantageously securely retain a handheld archery release, enabling an archer to have their hands free and the bow in a ready position.

Various embodiments may achieve one or more advantages. For example, some embodiments may advantageously decrease snagging and impact with other objects. Some implementations may, for example, advantageously provide an ambidextrous design suitable for both right-handed and left-handed users. Some embodiments may, for example, advantageously enable fine-tuning of the length of the ARRA.

The details of various embodiments are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features and advantages will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 depicts an exemplary archery release retention system (ARRS) employed in an illustrative use-case scenario.

FIG. 2 depicts an exemplary schematic of a second connector with a fastening device.

FIG. 3 depicts an exemplary schematic of a second connector coupled to an archery release.

FIG. 4 depicts an exemplary schematic of a first connector.

FIG. 5 depicts an exemplary schematic of a first connector coupled to a wearable support structure.

FIG. 6 depicts an exemplary schematic of a third connector.

FIG. 7 depicts an exemplary schematic of an archery release retention apparatus (ARRA) coupled to an archery weapon and a wearable support structure.

FIG. 8 depicts an exemplary schematic of an ARRA coupled to a wrist of a user and an archery release.

Like reference symbols in the various drawings indicate like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS

To aid understanding, this document is organized as follows. First, to help introduce discussion of various embodiments, an archery release retention system (ARRS) is introduced with reference to FIG. 1. Second, that introduction leads into a description with reference to FIGS. 2-6 of some exemplary embodiments of components of an ARRS. Third, with reference to FIGS. 7-8, an archery release retention apparatus (AARA) is described in application with a wearable support structure or a wrist of a user. Finally, the document discusses further embodiments, exemplary applications and aspects relating to an ARRS.

FIG. 1 depicts an exemplary archery release retention system (ARRS) 100 employed in an illustrative use-case scenario. The ARRS 100 includes a first connector 105. The first connector 105 may, for example, provide a horizontal line. The first connector 105 includes two or more attachment points 110 at opposite ends of the first connector 105. The two or more attachment points 110 may, for example, include loops. The first connector 105 may, for example, be configured to operatively couple a wearable support structure 120. The wearable support structure 120 may, for example, include attachment structures 115. The attachment structures 115 may, for example, include a clip of a binocular harness. The first connector 105 may, for example, be configured to operatively couple a wearable support structure 120 via the attachment points 110 operatively coupling the attachment structures 115. For example, attachment points 110 may, for example, be threaded through the attachment structures 115 such that the attachment points 110 operatively couple the attachment structures 115. The first connector 105 may, for example, advantageously enable the ARRS 100 to operatively couple a support structure.

The ARRS 100 includes a third connector 125. The third connector 125 may, for example, include a lanyard. The third connector 125 includes an attachment device 122. The attachment device 122 may, for example, include a carabiner. The attachment device 122 may, for example, fasten a first end of the third connector 125 to the first connector 105. As will be describe in more detail with reference to FIG. 6, the third connector 125 may, for example, include a friction-based adjustment mechanism configured to adjust the length of the third connector. In some implementations, by way of example, and not limitation the third connector 125 may be approximately 18 inches in length.

The first connector 105 may, for example, advantageously enable the third connector 125 to be moveable along the length of the first connector 105, making the ARRS 100 ambidextrous. The first connector 105 may, for example, advantageously serve as an anchor point of the third connector 125, facilitating the retention of an archery release.

The third connector 125 may, for example, operatively couple a second connector 135 at a second end of the third connector 125 via a fastening device 130. The fastening device 130 may, for example, include a carabiner. The fastening device 130 may, for example, operatively couple the second connector 135. The fastening device 130 may, for example, operatively couple the third connector 125. The second connector 135 may, for example, be configured to attach to an archery release 140 by forming a loop around a designated attachment point on the archery release 140. The third connector 125 may, for example, operatively couple the fastening device 130. The third connector 125 may, for example, operatively couple the fastening device 130 via a girth hitch. The third connector 125 may, for example, advantageously couple the first connector 105 and the second connector 135.

In the illustrative use-case scenario depicted in FIG. 1, a user 145 wears the wearable support structure 120. The first connector 105 operatively couples the wearable support structure 120 via the two or more attachment points 110. The attachment device 122 fastens a first end of the third connector 125 to the first connector 105. The fastening device 130 fastens the second connector 135 to a second end of the third connector 125. The second connector 135 may, for example, attach to an archery release 140 by forming a loop around a designated attachment point on the archery release 140. The archery release 140 may, for example, operatively couple the archery weapon 150.

The ARRS 100 may, for example, advantageously provide secure retention of a handheld archery release while eliminating the need for an archer to wear a traditional lanyard on their body or stow the release after a shot. The ARRS 100 may, for example, advantageously reduce snagging, minimizes the risk of the release impacting objects, and enabling an archer to have their hands free to hold the bow in a ready position without muscle fatigue. The ARRS 100 may, for example, advantageously facilitate a more efficient shot process by keeping the archery release readily accessible and adjustable for both right-handed and left-handed shooters.

FIG. 2 depicts an exemplary schematic of a second connector 200. The second connector 200 may, for example, be arranged in a substantially similar manner to the second connector 135. The second connector 200 may, for example, include an attachment point 210. The attachment point 210 may, for example, include a loop, as depicted in FIG. 2. The attachment point 210 may, for example, operatively couple the fastening device 130, as depicted in FIG. 3 and FIG. 8. The third connector 125 may, for example, operatively couple the second connector at the attachment point 210. The second connector 200 includes a loop 205 that may, for example, operatively couple an archery release (e.g., archery release 300) through insertion around an attachment point 305 as depicted in FIG. 3.

The second connector 200 may, for example, include an over hand knot (not depicted). The second connector 200 may, for example, include a wrapping material 215. The wrapping material 215 may, for example, include heat shrink wrap. The wrapping material 215 may, for example, advantageously go over the overhand knot.

FIG. 3 depicts an exemplary schematic of the second connector 200 coupled to an archery release 300. The second connector 200 may, for example, be configured to attach to the archery release 300 by forming a loop around a designated attachment point 305 on the archery release 300. The second connector 200, may, for example, be arranged in a substantially similar manner to the second connector 135.

The archery release 300 may, for example, be arranged in a substantially similar manner to the archery release 140.

FIG. 4 depicts an exemplary schematic of the first connector 105. The first connector 105 may, for example, include a stopper knot 112. The stopper knot 112 may, for example, advantageously prevent the attachment points 110 from slipping through the attachment structures 115 on the wearable support structure 120, ensuring the first connector 105 remains firmly attached to the wearable support structure 120.

In some embodiments, by way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include a length approximately 16 inches long. In some embodiments, by way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include natural or artificial line materials. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include rope. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include cable. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include yarn. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include cordage. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include monofilament. By way of example, and not limitation, the first connector 105 may include Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene.

FIG. 5 depicts an exemplary schematic of the first connector 105 coupled to the wearable support structure 120. The wearable support structure 120 may, for example include a binocular harness. For example, one of the attachment points 110 without a stopper knot 112 may be passed through or around one of the attachment structures 115 on the wearable support structure 120 such that a remaining portion of the first connector 105 is pulled to secure the first connector 105 to the wearable support structure 120 via the attachment structures 115. Then, the opposing end of the first connector 105, not yet coupled to the wearable support structure 120 and including one of the attachment points 110, may, for example, be passed through another one of the attachment structures 115 on the wearable support structure 120 such that the stopper knot 112 is also inserted into the same attachment structure 115 on the wearable support structure 120, and then the stopper knot 112 may be pulled through to secure the first connector 105 to the wearable support structure 120.

For example, the attachment structures 115 may include a clip. For example, the attachment structures 115 may include an eyelet. For example, the attachment structures 115 may include harness webbing.

FIG. 6 depicts an exemplary schematic of a third connector 600. The third connector 600 may, for example, operatively couple an attachment device 625. The attachment device 625 may, for example, include a carabiner. The attachment device 625 may, for example, operatively couple the third connector 600 at a first end of the third connector 600. The first end of the third connector 600 may, for example, include a thinner diameter than the remaining portion of the third connector 600. In some implementations, the first end may, for example, include approximately 6.5 inches of line from the third connector 600. The attachment device 625 may, for example, be arranged in substantially similar manner to the attachment device 122.

The third connector 600 may, for example, operatively couple the fastening device 130 at a second end. The third connector 600 may, for example, operatively couple the second connector 135 via the fastening device 130. The fastening device 130 may, for example, include a carabiner. The fastening device 130 may, for example, include a carabiner with a sleeve 610. The sleeve 610 may, for example, include a rubber sleeve. The fastening device 130 may, for example, include a clip.

The third connector 600 may for example, include one or more tubes 615A and 615B such that the one or more tubes 615A and 615B wrap around the third connector 600. The one or more tubes 615A and 615B may, for example, include heat shrink tubing. An excess line 620 of the third connector 600 may, for example, pass through the one or more tubes 615A and 615B, such that the third connector 600 may, for example, be coiled.

The third connector 600 may, for example, include a friction-based adjustment mechanism 605. The friction-based adjustment mechanism 605 may, for example, include a friction hitch. The friction-based adjustment mechanism 605 may, for example, create friction within the third connector 600, allowing for controlled movement and adjustment of tension. The friction-based adjustment mechanism 605 may, for example, advantageously create an adjustable mechanism that enables an archer to fine-tune the length of the third connector 600.

The third connector 125 may, for example, be arranged in a substantially similar manner to the third connector 600.

FIG. 7 depicts an exemplary schematic of an archery release retention apparatus (ARRA) 700 coupled to the archery weapon 150 and the wearable support structure 120. The ARRA 700 includes the attachment device 625 operatively coupled to the first connector 105. The attachment device 625 may, for example, advantageously enable the ARRA 700 to move along the horizontal axis 705 of the wearable support structure 120.

The ARRA 700 may, for example, operatively couple the archery release 300 via the second connector 200 forming a loop around a designated attachment point on the archery release 300. The archery release 300 may, for example, then be moved along a substantially perpendicular axis 710 to the horizontal axis 705.

FIG. 8 depicts an exemplary schematic of the ARRA 700 coupled to a wrist 800 of a user and the archery release 300. The ARRA 700 may, for example, include the third connector 600. The third connector 600 may, for example, wrap around the wrist 800. The attachment device 625 may, for example, clip back onto the third connector 600, forming a secure loop around the wrist 800.

Although various embodiments have been described with reference to the figures, other embodiments are possible.

Although an exemplary system has been described with reference to FIG. 1, other implementations may be deployed in other industrial, scientific, medical, commercial, and/or residential applications.

The ARRS 100 may, for example, be deployed in industrial use such as securing handheld tools or equipment in manufacturing or construction environments. By integrating the ARRS 100, workers can keep tools readily accessible while reducing the risk of dropping or misplacing them, improving efficiency and safety in the workplace.

In scientific industries, the ARRS 100 can be used to retain delicate instruments or devices, such as handheld sensors or measuring tools. ARRS 100 may, for example, ensures secure retention while allowing researchers to keep their hands free for other tasks, enhancing productivity and minimizing the risk of equipment damage.

In medical settings, the ARRS 100 could be utilized to secure handheld medical devices. This could enable healthcare professionals to keep essential equipment within reach while maintaining mobility and focus on patient care.

For commercial use, the ARRS 100 can be applied to retain handheld devices in retail or logistics environments. This may, for example, ensure quick access to tools while reducing the risk of damage or loss, streamlining operations and improving customer service.

In residential settings, the ARRS 100 can be used for securing household tools or devices. The ARRS 100 may, for example, provide convenience and safety, ensuring tools are easily accessible while preventing accidental drops or misplacement.

A number of implementations have been described. Nevertheless, it will be understood that various modifications may be made. For example, advantageous results may be achieved if the steps of the disclosed techniques were performed in a different sequence, or if components of the disclosed systems were combined in a different manner, or if the components were supplemented with other components. Accordingly, other implementations are contemplated within the scope of the following claims.