T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex — 2024 ATA Best New Release, 3- or 4-Finger Thumb Trigger
The T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex is the most advanced release T.R.U. Ball has ever built — and it won the 2024 ATA Show "Best New Release" award to prove it. At the core of the Ultimate Flex is an activation system with no cocking bar. Instead of relying on a spring-loaded bail that has to be manually cocked before each shot, the Ultimate Flex engages through the holding weight of the bow itself. The result is the fastest, most immediate firing response of any handle release on the market. Wrapped around that system is a patent-pending Ergo-Fit™ Handle that was engineered from the ground up around how your hand actually works — contoured finger scallops, a Comfort Flex 3rd Finger with 30° of radial rotation, and a half-brass, half-aluminum body machined from U.S.-sourced materials and hand assembled at the factory. If you're shooting a high-end handle release and want to know what the top of the market actually feels like, the Ultimate Flex is the answer.
Key Features of the T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex
No Cocking Bar — Bow-Activated Firing System
Every conventional handle release uses a cocking bar that must be manually set before each shot. The Ultimate Flex eliminates this entirely. The release engages through the holding weight of the bow — the moment you come to full draw, the system is live. When you touch the trigger, it fires immediately with no intermediate spring-loaded step. This makes the Ultimate Flex the fastest-firing handle release T.R.U. Ball has ever produced.
Tri-Star Hook System with Magnetic Auto-Reset
The Tri-Star Hook System combines the speed of an open hook with a built-in magnet that automatically resets the hook after every shot. There's no manual reset step between shots — the hook returns to the ready position on its own. This reduces downtime to essentially zero and keeps the release ready to fire as fast as you can come back to full draw.
Patent-Pending Ergo-Fit Handle Technology
The Ergo-Fit handle is the defining physical feature of the Ultimate Flex. Every contour — the taper, the finger scallops, the overall shape — was engineered to minimize stress on your hand and match the natural position your fingers fall into at full draw. It's not just comfortable; it's designed to make your hand position more consistent shot after shot, which directly improves accuracy over a long practice session or a full tournament day.
Comfort Flex 3rd Finger
T.R.U. Ball's patented Comfort Flex 3rd Finger system introduces 30° of radial rotation to the third finger position on the handle, allowing the finger to sit at a more natural angle. An optional fourth finger extension adds another 30° of rotation for shooters who prefer a deeper four-finger grip. This is the kind of fit customization that was previously only available through custom machined handles.
Micro-Adjustable Head Length
The Ultimate Flex head is micro-adjustable up to ¼ inch of draw length — without touching your bow setup at all. Need a slightly shorter draw for a tighter anchor? Dial it in at the release. Want a little more reach for a more relaxed hold? Same adjustment, same tool. This single feature saves significant back-and-forth at the bow press.
Adjustable 3-Axis Knurled Thumb Trigger
The thumb trigger assembly offers full 3-axis adjustability — you can extend or shorten the lever, rotate it 45° to the optimal position, and lock everything down with one screw. The knurled surface provides a secure, consistent thumb placement every time. This level of trigger customization is typically reserved for far more expensive competition releases.
Half Brass / Half Aluminum Body — U.S.-Sourced Materials
The Ultimate Flex body combines brass and aluminum, both sourced from within the United States and precision-machined in-house at T.R.U. Ball's facility. Every component is hand assembled by their team. The material combination delivers the weight feel of brass where it matters while keeping overall mass manageable.
Who the T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex Is Built For
- Competitive target archers and 3D shooters who demand the most adjustable, fastest-firing handle release available
- Serious bowhunters who run a handheld release and want to eliminate every variable in their shot execution
- Archers who have struggled with hand fit on standard handle releases and need a truly ergonomic platform
- Anyone ready to invest in a top-tier release that will be the last one they need to buy for years
T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Release Type |
3- or 4-finger thumb trigger handle release |
| Activation System |
No cocking bar — bow-weight activated |
| Hook System |
Tri-Star Hook with magnetic auto-reset |
| Handle Technology |
Patent-pending Ergo-Fit™ (taper scallop surfaces) |
| 3rd Finger |
Comfort Flex — 30° radial rotation (optional 4th finger +30°) |
| Draw Length Adjustment |
Micro-adjustable head — up to ¼" without bow changes |
| Thumb Trigger |
3-axis adjustable, 45° rotation, knurled, lockable |
| Body Material |
Half brass / half aluminum — U.S.-sourced, precision machined |
| Sizes Available |
Medium, Large |
| Available Colors |
Black/Quicksilver, Red/Quicksilver, Blue/Quicksilver |
| Award |
2024 ATA Show Best New Release |
| Brand |
T.R.U. Ball |
| SKU |
37120 |
Why Extreme Outfitters Recommends the T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex
The Ultimate Flex is legitimately the most sophisticated release T.R.U. Ball has ever put out, and the 2024 ATA Best New Release award wasn't a marketing exercise — it reflects genuine engineering innovation. The no-cocking-bar system alone changes how a handle release feels and performs. Add the Ergo-Fit handle, the Tri-Star auto-reset hook, and the micro-adjustable draw length, and you have a release that removes more variables from your shot than any other product at this price. If you're already shooting a quality handle release and you're ready to see what the top of the market offers, this is it. Available in Medium and Large — if you need help sizing or have questions about the adjustment system, call us Monday through Saturday. Real people answer the phone at Extreme Outfitters.
Frequently Asked Questions — T.R.U. Ball Ultimate Flex
What does "no cocking bar" actually mean?
On a conventional handle release, you have to manually press or engage a cocking bar before each shot to set the hook. The Ultimate Flex eliminates that step — the release engages automatically through the holding weight of the bow when you come to full draw. The trigger fires instantly on contact with no intermediate spring-loaded step, making the shot sequence faster and more direct.
What is the Tri-Star Hook System?
The Tri-Star Hook is an open hook design with a built-in magnet. After each shot, the magnet automatically pulls the hook back to the ready position — so you don't have to manually reset between shots. Combined with the no-cocking-bar design, this makes the Ultimate Flex the fastest repeating handle release T.R.U. Ball makes.
What sizes does the Ultimate Flex come in?
The Ultimate Flex is available in Medium and Large. The Comfort Flex 3rd Finger system and Ergo-Fit handle provide additional fit customization within each size.
Can I adjust the draw length without changing my bow?
Yes. The micro-adjustable head allows up to ¼ inch of draw length adjustment at the release itself — no cam module changes, no bow press needed. This is one of the most practical features on the release for archers who fine-tune their anchor throughout the season.
Is the Ultimate Flex usable for bowhunting?
Yes, though it's primarily designed for target archery and 3D competition. Many serious bowhunters run high-end handle releases in the field. The no-cocking-bar system and Tri-Star hook make it fast to load, which matters when a shot opportunity develops quickly.
What does the 3-axis trigger adjustment mean?
The thumb trigger can be adjusted in three axes — you can extend or shorten the lever length, rotate it 45° around the barrel, and lock every setting with a single screw. Most releases only offer one or two of these adjustments. The 3-axis system means the trigger can be precisely positioned where your thumb naturally fires — not where the manufacturer decided it should go.
What color options are available?
The Ultimate Flex is available in Black/Quicksilver, Red/Quicksilver, and Blue/Quicksilver color combinations.
