Bow Accessories / Arrow Rests / Fall Away Rests
MATHEWS Mathews QAD UltraRest HDX
Mathews partnered with premier arrow rest manufacturer – Quality Archery Design (QAD) to introduce the Mathews UltraRest HDX™. This collaboration joins the compatibility and versatility of the popular UltraRest with the standards Mathews is known for to optimize performance and provide perfect fit, finish and quality to your Mathews bow. Featuring Smart Rest Technology™ the Mathews UltraRest knows to drop when fired, but not when letting down. With total fletching clearance, full arrow containment and Mathews Harmonic Damping® to remove excess vibration and noise, the Mathews UltraRest means your Mathews will perform to its full potential. And with the custom Mathews Mounting Bar, the fit is perfectly tailored for your Mathews bow.
$189.99
HAMSKEA HAMSKEA Trinity Hunter RH Micro Tune (OD Green)
Features: Versatile multi configuration rest Top or Bottom Limb Actuated Cable Actuated Cable Fall Away Fixed with Tension Mode Three stainless ball bearings for unmatched smooth, controlled action Over molded Launcher and Containment Bracket Zero tolerance carrier rod In-line dampening coil manages launcher rebound & mechanical stresses Adjustable launcher position for UP & DOWN positive settings Multiple cable attachment positions with Easily Glide cord tensioner for quick and easy adjustment Micro Tune Windage and elevation adjustments Fits split limb and solid limb bows
$239.99
$79.99 $69.99
HAMSKEA HAMSKEA 3/16 Raptor Peep Housing
$19.99
MATHEWS MATHEWS Rest, QAD Ultrarest IMX2
This compact, micro-adjust rest was designed specifically for Mathews bows with an all-new silent capture bar and a more robust machined launcher built to withstand the most extreme conditions. The streamlined housing provides a seamless connection to the bow while providing precision tuning with .0019 thousandths of an inch adjustment per click, both horizontally and vertically for a new level of precision in your hunting setup.
$299.99
$174.99 $159.99
$139.99 $124.99
ELITE Elite QAD - Black RH
$169.99
$169.99 $119.99
$169.99 $119.99
PSE PSE PHANTOM DROP AWAY REST RIGHT HANDED
Description The PSE Phantom is our finest drop away arrow rest and features a full capture platform for the arrow. The rest falls out of the way for complete arrow clearance. The oversize screws make adjustments and tuning very easy.
$52.99
RIPCORD Ripcord Lok Micro Black Right Hand
Description Ripcord Lok Arrow RestBlack RHThe Ripcord LOK is a limb-driven rest with the ability to pre-cock the launcher for full containment. This gives you the added stability of a limb-driven rest, with the peace of mind that full containment offers. Micro adjustable windage and elevation.-Full time arrow containment-Limb driven-Micro-adjust windage and elevation-Teardrop cord clamp
$229.95
RIPCORD Ripcord Max No-Micro, Black, RH
Description The Ripcord Max is a full capture drop away rest that features a ball bearing drive system, Vault Lock cord drive, Double Down Brake for zero bounce back and Fireball design. Includes an easy to install football clip.
$159.95
$189.99 $174.99
TROPHY RIDGE TROPHY RIDGE HX RH REST
Vertical Drop Technology supports the arrow for the maximum amount of time, while completely clearing at the exact moment by simply dropping straight down and out of the way Most accurate full containment drop-away arrow rest
$119.99 $104.99
QAD QAD ULTRA REST HDX PSE
Partnered up with PSE to bring you the PSE Ultrarest. If you are shooting a PSE® the only rest that can beat our top of the line HDX model is the custom PSE Ultrarest. With the rest designed specifically for PSE® we were able to cut out unnecessary weight, parts, and adjustments. This also allowed us to achieve the quickest tuning times and experience each bow’s optimal performance. Features: LEFT HANDED Designed specifically for PSE Precision CNC aluminum Total arrow containment Sleek, curved capture bar for more versatility AVT™ Advanced Vibration Technology™ LDT™ Lock Down Technology™ VDT™ Velocity Drop-Away Technology™ Redesigned vertical for more versatility Easy adjust timing cord with clamp or chord lock Full draw indicator – insures proper launcher position at full draw Break away safety feature Color: RED
$189.99
$189.99 $174.99
$139.99
$189.99 $174.99
TROPHY RIDGE TROPHY RIDGE HX LH REST VERTICLAL DROP BLACK
TROPHY RIDGE HX LEFT HANDED REST VERTICLE DROP BLACK
$119.99 $104.99
$159.99
$174.99 $159.99
$84.99 $60.99
$189.99 $174.99
$79.99 $69.99
$189.99 $174.99
$189.99 $174.99
$169.99 $119.99
RIPCORD Ripcord Max No-Micro, Black, LH
Description The Ripcord Max is a full capture drop away rest that features a ball bearing drive system, Vault Lock cord drive, Double Down Brake for zero bounce back and Fireball design. Includes an easy to install football clip.
$159.95
QAD QAD ULTRAREST HDX LH OPTIFADE ELEVATED
QAD Ultrarest HDX Full Containment Arrow Rest - Optifade Elevated II - Drop away arrow rest with total arrow containment and a curved capture bar for total fletching clearance. Launcher arm can be cocked using the thumb wheel, and stays up on a slow let down. Incorporates anti-vibration technology for reduced noise. Launcher arm locks in drop-away position to eliminate any bounceback, even on bows shooting over 400 FPS.
$199.99 $184.99
$84.99 $60.99
PSE PSE PHANTOM DROP AWAY REST LEFT HANDED
Description The PSE Phantom is our finest drop away arrow rest and features a full capture platform for the arrow. The rest falls out of the way for complete arrow clearance. The oversize screws make adjustments and tuning very easy.
$52.99
$149.95
HAMSKEA HAMSKEA Trinity Hunter RH Micro-Tune (Black)
Hamskea Trinity Hunter Micro Tune String Driven Arrow Rest - BLACK - The Hamskea Trinity Hunter Micro features full microtune windage and vertical adjustments, Zero Tolerance Technology that ensures there is no lateral play in the shaft and rotation is silky smooth, overmold containment bracket with 3/4 load gate ensures quiet and efficient arrow loading. The launcher features a proprietary coating to minimize sound and eliminate the need to apply felt. Launcher shaft rides on dual over-sized sealed stainless steel ball bearings that rotate smoothly shot after shot. The Delta V arrow holder keeps your arrow in place during the draw cycle. Zero Stop Technology ensures repeatable up and down launcher positions. Tri-bearing technology provides ultimate support and smooth activation. The spring knob provides multiple internal torsion spring adjustment positions. The 8 sided, non-slip compression clamp design with in-line dampening coil eliminates launcher bounce-back. The Easy Glide cord tensioner provides easy cord adjustment. Includes universal non-slip limb pad, heavy duty no-stretch cord and easy adjustment cord clamp. The Universal Limb Clamp assembly can be configured multiple ways: top or bottom limb actuated, cable actuated or cable fall away.
$229.99
$39.99
$9.99
Drop-Away Arrow Rests
A drop-away arrow rest holds your arrow steady before the shot, then drops the launcher arm out of the way the instant you release, so the arrow clears the rest with no contact on the fletching. That clearance is what separates a drop-away from a whisker biscuit or full-containment-style rest, and it's why serious bowhunters and target shooters lean on this style for tighter groups downrange. Most drop-away rests are limb-driven or cable-driven, meaning a cable attachment clamp on the limb or cable pulls the activation cord and lowers the launcher arm as the bow comes to full draw and fires.
At Adventures Archery, we stock drop-away rests built for hunting from a tree stand and for target work at the range, with options at every price point. Whether you're chasing better arrow flight on a compound bow or tuning a setup for tournament accuracy, our team will match you with a rest that fits your bow, your draw cycle, and your budget, then walk you through mounting and elevation adjustments before you leave the shop.
The Features of Drop Away Rests
Limb-Driven Activation
Limb-driven drop-away rests connect to the bow's lower limb or top limb with a cable attachment clamp, so the launcher arm falls the moment the limb moves at the shot. This design keeps timing consistent shot after shot without relying on a separate cable system. Most limb-driven rests need a bow press for installation, since the cable routes around the limb and cam. Once it's mounted and timed, a limb-driven rest holds the arrow securely at full draw and drops cleanly, giving you a quiet launcher and consistent arrow flight every time you shoot.
Full Arrow Containment
Full capture and full containment features hold the arrow in place on the launcher arm even if you draw back and let down without shooting, or if you're easing up a tree stand. This matters most for hunters who need the arrow to stay put during movement. Some containment designs use a cushion plunger or rebound dampener to keep the arrow snug against the launcher without adding noise. A full containment rest won't match the total arrow containment of a whisker biscuit, but it holds well enough for real hunting situations.
Micro Adjustment Controls
Micro adjustment and micro-adjust controls let you fine-tune windage and elevation adjustments in small increments, dialing in the launcher arm's position relative to the berger hole and field point. This is where precise tuning happens after mounting, and it's the difference between a rest that's close and one that's actually tuned to your arrow and broadhead combination. Look for a rest with tool-free or thumbscrew micro-adjustment on both axes, since cage windage and elevation both affect where your arrow lands at distance.
Drop-Away Rests vs. Full-Containment Rests
Drop-away rests and full-containment rests like the Whisker Biscuit solve the same problem in different ways. A full-containment rest surrounds the arrow in a bristle or cage, holding it secure at all times, which makes it forgiving for new shooters and quiet on the draw. The tradeoff is fletching contact, since the arrow has to push through the bristles or cage on release, which can cost a small amount of arrow speed and accuracy at longer yardages.
A drop-away rest holds the arrow only until the shot, then clears out of the way completely, giving the fletching a clean path off the rest. Bowhunters and target shooters chasing tighter groups and better bow accuracy at distance generally prefer a drop-away, while shooters who want simplicity and low maintenance often stick with full containment.
Brands of Drop-Away Rests We Carry
QAD
QAD, short for Quality Archery Designs, built its name on the UltraRest line of full containment drop-away rests with a curved capture bar for total fletching clearance. A thumb wheel cocks the launcher arm, which stays up during a slow letdown and locks in the drop-away position to prevent bounceback on bows over 400 FPS. Mathews also partnered with QAD on the UltraRest HDX, making it a natural fit for Mathews bows.
Hamskea
Hamskea is known for precise micro-adjustment, with a micro-adjust knob for setting center shot and separate screws for dialing in the up and down launcher positions. The Hamskea Trinity Hunter RH Micro Tune offers full micro-tune windage and vertical adjustments, and its Zero Tolerance Technology eliminates lateral play in the shaft for smooth rotation. Its launcher shaft rides on dual oversized sealed stainless steel ball bearings, and Zero Stop Technology keeps the up and down launcher positions repeatable shot after shot. The Hamskea Epsilon is available with a Mathews bracket or with a universal bracket, making it a strong pick for target archers and serious bowhunters who want a top-end rest.
Trophy Ridge
Trophy Ridge rests are a solid value option for hunters who want reliable performance without the price tag of a premium tuning system. The Trophy Ridge HX RH Rest uses Vertical Drop Technology and a cable drive to support the arrow as long as possible, then drops straight down and out of the way the moment the arrow passes. It offers full arrow containment with a quick-cocking button for easy loading, a removable containment arm for larger diameter arrows, and rubber inserts that help reduce noise, all in a rugged machined aluminum build suited to a wide range of compound bows. The Trophy Ridge Revolution 2.0 Fall Away Rest is another option in the lineup for hunters setting up a new bow.
How to Choose the Right Drop-Away Rest
Start with how you'll use the rest. Hunters working from a tree stand want a quiet launcher and full arrow containment so the arrow won't shift during a long sit, while target shooters usually prioritize micro-adjustment range and laterally adjustable launcher arms for precise tuning at distance.
Check that the rest matches your cam system and limb type, since some limb-driven rests need specific mounting hardware or a bow press for a clean install. If you're new to a certain arrow diameter or field point setup, ask about launcher arm width and Berger hole clearance before you buy.
Our team at Adventures Archery will help you match a rest to your bow and get it timed and tuned before you walk out the door.
FAQs
Most limb-driven models do, since the cable routes around the cam or limb. Cable-driven rests sometimes install without one. Our shop handles bow press installation and timing on-site.
Most modern compound bows use a standard mounting pattern, so a drop-away rest will fit the Berger hole on nearly any current riser. Bring your bow in, and we'll confirm fit before you buy.
Check it whenever you restring, re-tie your activation cord, or notice a change in arrow flight. A rest that drops too early or too late can affect accuracy, and our techs can retime it in a few minutes.