Every bow needs at least one nocking point which is placed above the arrow. The nocking point makes sure that the arrow doesn't slide up on the string. It also helps you to attach the arrow in a consistent place on the string. ... Therefore, you rarely see experienced archers shoot a bow without nocking points.

Do you need a Nocking point?

No, they are not needed and you will have just as good of results down range. The only reason I install them is the convenience owhen it comes to changing D loops for my customers if they need to change their d loop down the road. The nock point is already set by the tied in soft nocks.

Can you shoot a bow without a Nocking point?

Yes, you can shoot a compound bow without a release if your bow allows it. The big difference between compound bows and recurve bows is that limbs of the bow are way shorter. ... The draw weight of compound bows tends to be almost double the draw weight of recurve bow.