clicker info

[RobinHood1389]

Ok I finally broke down and bought a clicker. Other than anticipating the "click" (not focused on target...new toy though. It should go back to target focus, "click," release)

Anyway, I was curious how long those of you who used a clicker, used it?
How long did it take till you developed proper anchor and muscle memory?

Oh and a little off topic here. TIP!!....get rid of the chain portion of the clicker! That thing pitted the fiberglass on my bear bow. Upon release that chain snaps back to the bow and "ping!" I tossed it and used nylon serving in place. Quiet, and functional. no damage.

   

[A.S.]

One thing for sure, it is not some magic fix. It does take time to build the proper form to use the clicker properly. I have been shooting one for 19 years now.

Do a search on here and you will find lots of info on setting them up properly, and yes the first step it to throw the chain in the garbage!

[straight_arrow]

Just changed to shooting three under and  purchased a clicker.  Have been shooting for a month at 10 yards and gaining confidence daily. My only focus is shooting a great arrow every time with great form.  Not concerned with the prospect of removing the clicker in the future.  Good luck, I believe it's a great learning tool to help prefect anchor, release and overall form. Keep in touch.

[LongStick64]

I found that it caused more anxiety in waiting for the click I would tense up even more. Thankfully I found another way to help me out and get me back on track.

[RobinHood1389]

longstick64....do share. lol. whats your other trick?

[LongStick64]

For me it was anxiety over the sight picture and stressing over the anchor. I worked on drills to get comfortable at anchor. To be fair it was many drills, lot's of close bail work. And most of all it was back to square one. Most of us just grab the bow and go for it. How much time do you spend working on your string grip, bow arm, bow grip, can you identify precisely your anchor, how in touch are you with your form. Do you use your back muscles. The big one for me was learning to be at full draw and having both arms in a more relaxed state, ie held the bow with solid back function. Form there it was working on a true dynamic release and for me that does not mean touching the shoulder after the shot, that is too exaggerated for me. So to answer the question is the trick is true dedication, not just shooting but educated shooting.