Extension grip for bow

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments are directed to an extension grip for a bow. Exemplary embodiments of the extension grip may be adaptable to different styles of bows risers and/or grips. An exemplary embodiment of the grip extension generally includes a body that is adapted to engage at least a portion of a grip and/or bow riser.

1 . An extension grip for a bow handle, comprising:
 a body with a first end and a second end;   a hand portion that is adapted to facilitate grasping of the body by an individual;   a first side portion that engages the hand portion; and   a second side portion that engages the hand portion;   wherein the first and second side portions form a channel that runs through the at least a portion of the body;   wherein the body is adapted to be releasably secured with at least a portion of the bow handle.   
     
     
         2 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the body includes a knurled texture to further facilitate gripping of the body by an individual. 
     
     
         3 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein the first end includes a channel that is adapted to allow at least a portion of an individual's palm and/or web between the thumb and index finger to engage the hand portion. 
     
     
         4 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein the side portions are integral with the hand portion. 
     
     
         5 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein the channel formed from the side portions narrows in width from the exterior to the interior of the channel to help effectuate a press fit with the bow handle. 
     
     
         6 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein the channel formed from the side portions widens from the exterior to the interior of the channel to effectuate a press fit that allows the body to snap onto at least a portion of the bow handle. 
     
     
         7 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein the hand portion is substantially rectangular in cross-section with a round outside edge. 
     
     
         8 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein at least one set screw is provided to releasably secure the body to the bow handle. 
     
     
         9 . The extension grip of  claim 8 , wherein one set screw protrudes through each side portion to help facilitate releasable securement. 
     
     
         10 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein an adhesive is applied to at least a portion of the channel to facilitate securement. 
     
     
         11 . The extension grip of  claim 1 , wherein double-sided tape is secured with at least a portion of the channel to facilitate securement. 
     
     
         12 . An extension grip for a bow handle, comprising:
 a body with a first end and a second end;   a hand portion substantially rectangular in cross-section with a round outside edge that is adapted to facilitate grasping of the body by an individual;   a first side portion that engages the hand portion; and   a second side portion that engages the hand portion;   wherein the first and second side portions are integral with the hand portion and form a channel that runs through the at least a portion of the body;   wherein the body is adapted to be releasably secured with at least a portion of the bow handle.   
     
     
         13 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein at least a portion of the body includes a knurled texture to further facilitate gripping of the body by an individual. 
     
     
         14 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein the first end includes a channel that is adapted to allow at least a portion of an individual's palm and/or web between the thumb and index finger to engage the hand portion. 
     
     
         15 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein the channel formed from the side portions narrows in width from the exterior to the interior of the channel to help effectuate a press fit with the bow handle. 
     
     
         16 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein the channel formed from the side portions widens from the exterior to the interior of the channel to effectuate a press fit that allows the body to snap onto at least a portion of the bow handle. 
     
     
         17 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein at least one set screw is provided to releasably secure the body to the bow handle. 
     
     
         18 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein an adhesive is applied to at least a portion of the channel to facilitate securement. 
     
     
         19 . The extension grip of  claim 12 , wherein double-sided tape is secured with at least a portion of the channel to facilitate securement.