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What is Riser in Archery?

The rigid central body of the bow containing the grip, to which limbs, sight, rest and stabilisers attach. Recurve risers and limbs separate for travel — the 'take-down' design.

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Recurve bowCompound bowBarebowSet systemSet pointCumulative scoringShoot-offClosest to centre
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