The Mybo Pathfinder Riser Gets a Better Hold: Custom Grips from RCore

If you shoot a Mybo Pathfinder, you already know the riser’s reputation. It punches above its
price point, handles well at full draw, and has earned a loyal following among hunters and field archers who want performance without paying top-tier prices. What many Pathfinder owners
discover over time, though, is that the absence of a grip is the one area where the riser leaves
something on the table. That is exactly the gap RCore was built to fill.

The Mybo Pathfinder: Where It Came From

Mybo is a UK-based archery brand that set out to challenge the assumption that serious
archery equipment has to be expensive. The Pathfinder riser was developed as part of that
mission. It uses a machined aluminium construction with a profile and geometry modeled after
competition-grade risers, giving hunters and traditional archery lovers access to a
forgiving, consistent platform without the price tag of higher-end options.

The Pathfinder became popular particularly in the UK and European club scene, but it is
frequently seen in US trad and hunting forums. Its geometry suits a wide range of draw
lengths and limb choices, with two models, at 17″ and 19″ with a hefty 40mm deflex, making it a practical long-term riser for archers who are building their setup over time.

The one consistent piece of feedback from Pathfinder owners? The (absence of a) stock grip:

wish you could put a grip on these. i like the profile with the deflex but i would hate that grip even wrapped.

Why the Factory Grip Matters More Than Most Archers Realize

The grip is the only point of contact between your hand and your bow. Every variable in your
shot ,hand placement, bow arm tension, wrist angle, the way torque is transferred at
release ,runs through that small, compound-like piece of metal. A grip that does not fit your hand introduces inconsistency at the most critical moment. It is a one-size-fits-all approach which unfortunately, for such a unique riser, does not work.

R-Core now do a grip for the Pathfinder, which finally makes it interesting for me. Prior to that fact it was a no-go

For many archers the default shape that is in place of a grip works adequately. But adequately is not the same as well. Common issues include the need for wrapping with tape because of slipping under humid or
sweaty conditions, and a shape that accommodates an average, compound-friendly, hand rather than yours

What RCore Does Differently

RCore makes custom archery grips designed to fit many different risers, even some as unique as the Mybo
Pathfinder. Our grips are produced to slot over the Pathfinder’s grip “shape”, so the
fit is precise and there is no modification to your riser required.

How do you secure the grip on the Mybo Pathfinder.

The grip is fastened on the riser using the service thread that can be found UNDER the mybo sticker on the left side of the “grip” (right handed archers). We provide a washer to pickup the slack as the thread is a little recessed and a standard M6 screw to use. Everything included.

Material. RCore grips are made from high-quality materials that provide consistent texture
across temperature and humidity conditions. The grip you use in a warm indoor hall behaves
the same way on a cold outdoor field.

Geometry. We design our grips with the specific dimensions of the Pathfinder riser in mind.
The contact surface, palm swell, and throat angle are built around what actually works for
the individual archer rather than what is cheapest to produce.

Custom options. We offer grips in different palm sizes and palm angles, so you can choose a
grip that matches your hand rather than adapting your hand to a generic shape. Many archers
find that switching to a correctly fitted grip reduces grip-related torque almost
immediately. Moreover, slippage is almost always a side effect of bad posture of the palm on the grip.

The Performance Case for a Custom Mybo Pathfinder Grip

The argument for upgrading your Pathfinder grip is not complicated. A grip that fits
correctly does two things at once: it makes it easier to place your hand in the same position
on every shot, and it makes it easier to hold that position through the clicker and release
without introducing torque.

For the Mybo Pathfinder specifically, the upgrade is also a natural one because the riser
itself is already doing its job well. The limb attachment, the geometry, and the weight are
all solid. Putting a better grip on it completes the setup rather than compensating for
weaknesses elsewhere.

Getting an RCore Grip for Your Mybo Pathfinder

If you are shooting a Mybo Pathfinder and want to try a custom Mybo Pathfinder grip, RCore
makes it straightforward. Our grips are available at rcore.co and are listed by riser
compatibility, so you can find the correct fit for the Pathfinder directly without guesswork.

We believe the grip is one of the highest-return upgrades an improving hunter or trad archer can
make. It is subtle, it is quiet, and it shows up in tighter groups rather than in a dramatic
change to how your setup looks. For Pathfinder owners who have invested in a riser worth
keeping or even have it as an addition to their collection, an RCore custom grip is the next logical step.