I have been using a Mongoose Lifter for 11-12 years. I didn't have a weak wrist, or any wrist pains when I started using it, I just wanted my release to be CONSISTENT. Seems to me consistency while bowling is a good idea. It is WAY more comfortable than any of the other steel/aluminum/buckles/dial contraptions I tried. It is simple, comfortable, and EFFECTIVE! I got lucky on ebay and bought a brand-new one for $10.00, though my first one was still very serviceable. The pro-shop price is going to be $30-$40 probably, but it's not an item that you'll have to replace because you wear it out. When you try one, I predict you will never use any other kind.
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r.k.wolfe

Thanks. At what angle is the wrist held? And can you give me an idea on sizing (i.e., a medium in a Mongoose equates to a _______ in a Robbys, that kind of thing)?

Jess

I don't know what angle measurement it would be, but the back of the hand is locked in to a position that makes the line straight all the way to the elbow. The lifter actually extends that line down to the 2nd knuckle joint, making the gripping fingers pretty much rigid as well(depending on tight you strap it). I think the equalizer does not go as far down the fingers as the lifter. When all's said and done, you have a straight line down the top of the fore-arm, thru the wrist, and first part of the fingers that extend from the hand itself. This actually leaves the hand in a slightly cupped position, therefore the name "lifter". Try it, you'll like it!
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r.k.wolfe

vilecanards,

You are correct about the difference in the Lifter and Equalizer.  The bottom strap of the Equalizer comes across the palm near the bottom finger joints vs the middle finger joints.
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I have one, got it at a garage sale for like $2. Don't use it though, just sits around.