Recurve clickers are accessories that attach to the riser or limb of a recurve bow. A clicker helps with the timing of the archers shot by clicking at the exact moment they should release their arrow. Since a recurve bow changes its draw weight the more it has been drawn back, the clicker helps with consistency and muscle memory. Clickers may attach to the limb or riser of a recurve bow, depending on the type of clicker purchased. Virtually all modern clickers attach to the archers' riser and are designed to come into contact with the clicker plate that comes on modern ILF and Grand Prix bows. Only traditional archers will use clickers that attach to their bow's top limb since traditional bows do not come with clicker plates or mounting options for modern clickers. With modern target archery and clickers mounted to the riser, the clicker rests on the arrow, and as the bow is drawn back, the moment it exceeds the length of the arrow, it slams down, contacting the clicker plate. This action creates the "click" sound, which indicates you are at optimal release. Using a riser mounted clicker requires your arrows to be cut to the perfect length, often just before the front of the riser. Arrows that are too long will cause your clicker to remain rested on the arrow. Arrows that are too short mean the clicker will go off before you are at your optimal draw length. Limb mounted clickers are used by traditional archers. Since traditional bows do not come with clicker plates or mounting options, clickers are sold that attach to the top limb of the bow. They serve the same purpose as riser mounted clickers, but they work slightly differently. With a limb mounted clicker, it activates when you get to a specific draw length and has nothing to do with the arrow. It is adjusted by increasing or reducing the length of the cable that attaches from your string to your clicker. It is essential while setting up a limb mounted clicker, you are at full draw, with an arrow nocked, while taking measurements for the length of the clicker cable. Traditional archers can become proficient without using a clicker, but Olympic style target archers cannot. A clicker is an essential accessory for all aspiring target archers.