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Title: clickers
Post by: trapperDave on January 25, 2009, 11:13:00 AM
I've noticed myself shortdrawing more and more and figure its time to get a clicker and get this under control. My question is,,,which one to get. Is one any better than the others? More durable? I am looking at the two from 3rivers but open to other suggestions. Thanks
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Jason R. Wesbrock on January 25, 2009, 11:51:00 AM
I use the Crick-It just because it has a shorter base than the other, which I figure it a good idea if you're going to stick it to a limb, which bends.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Steve H. on January 25, 2009, 11:54:00 AM
I've recently started using a Crick-it and so far I have been very please with the results.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: A.S. on January 25, 2009, 11:54:00 AM
I use the Clickety Click model. I actually cut the base down until it's the same size as the spring steel piece before I install one.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Manitoba Stickflinger on January 25, 2009, 05:31:00 PM
I've used a "Clickety Click" for years and never had a problem. I even mount it high on the limb!
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: DEATHMASTER on January 25, 2009, 06:23:00 PM
Where are people mounting these high or low under riser?
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: knobby on January 25, 2009, 06:48:00 PM
My guess is they'll both work fine for you. I use the Clickety model. Clean the limb surface area before you apply it(I use rubbing alchohol), then I stick it to the upper limb. I also wrap camo tape around the clicker base and the limb to further secure it against being torn off. A little mole skin in the actual part that "clicks" will quiet it down, and you're ready to go. I replace the chain with just a cord. I've also seen high strength bowfishing line used in place of the chain. This makes for a stronger and quieter set-up. Good luck!
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: fountain on January 25, 2009, 06:48:00 PM
i just mounted my clickety-click on under my grip on the ends of the fadeout--right above my ef quiver mount.  i think i will like it more under my hands because it will not hang up on the hood of the quiver.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: A.S. on January 25, 2009, 08:44:00 PM
Just beware...if you use the chain it WILL ding up your limb unless you cover the entire with moleskin or something.  I started using release cord or heavy braided fishing line without the chain.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Smallwood on January 26, 2009, 09:46:00 AM
clickety click w/0 chain, i use bowfishing line.
you can place it either top or bottom, doesn't matter.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: trapperDave on January 26, 2009, 10:01:00 AM
thanks guys. Ordered one last night.
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Post by: Stripstrike1 on January 28, 2009, 08:50:00 AM
On a recure.....how far from the tip down (or up) should you install it?  My recurves are 60''
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: A.S. on January 28, 2009, 02:53:00 PM
I usually place mine just far enough down the limb so that my bowstring doesn't hit it when I unstring my bow.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Stripstrike1 on January 28, 2009, 09:30:00 PM
Thanks A.S.....I didn't think about the chain scratching the finish on the bow also....great info.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Grant Young on January 29, 2009, 11:30:00 AM
Put a Criket on my son's bow and it changed his life. If this issue ever bothers me, I'll go to one in a second. Bottom limb, surgical hose over the thread.                Grant
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: longbow fanatic 1 on January 29, 2009, 07:49:00 PM
When you shoot a clicker correctly, do you try to release immediately at the click or hold a second or two after the click while you continue to squeeze your shoulders through the shot?
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: knobby on January 29, 2009, 09:52:00 PM
With me,as with the Olympic archers, the clicker going off is when the arrow is gone. Try to keep pulling THROUGH the click, not just TO the click. Your release will be better and will stay in line with the arrow.If you can focus on the execution of the process, rather than the results of the shot, the desired results will follow.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: longbow fanatic 1 on January 30, 2009, 09:32:00 PM
Thanks for the tip, Knobby. I have been pulling TO the click / attempting to release right at the click. This causes me to pluck the string or rush the release.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Boom Stick on January 31, 2009, 10:37:00 AM
I just installed a clicker on my bow to give it a try.

I LOVE IT!

It realy calls you out when you collapse.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: trapperDave on February 01, 2009, 01:57:00 PM
that it does!  Finally made it out to shoot some. What an eye opener!
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: Dozer on February 03, 2009, 08:00:00 AM
I just bought a clicker and am waiting for its arrival. I hope it works out for me.
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: A.S. on February 03, 2009, 03:41:00 PM
Dozer, just stick with it. It will definately help if you give it a chance. What part of Va are you in???


Allen
Title: Re: clickers
Post by: FEIK77 on February 08, 2009, 09:01:00 AM
I've used a Crick-It for a few years and so far so good.