{"id":5178,"date":"2018-08-14T15:40:38","date_gmt":"2018-08-14T15:40:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rangetoreel.com\/?p=5178"},"modified":"2018-11-06T18:05:44","modified_gmt":"2018-11-06T18:05:44","slug":"how-to-check-your-bow-string","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rangetoreel.com\/how-to-check-your-bow-string\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Check Bow Strings For Damage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your bow needs simple maintenance to keep it performing at its best.\u00a0 Whether it’s a recurve, compound or crossbow you’re string is going to need checked.\u00a0 That’s easier said than done if you’re a beginner with a bow.\u00a0 So how do you know when to replace your bow string?<\/p>\n

When Do You Replace a Bow String?<\/h2>\n

With regular maintenance bow strings shouldn’t need to be replaced frequently.\u00a0 Even competitive shooters that practice every day will only need to replace their string every couple years.\u00a0 The most important thing to do is lube up your string regularly to get the longest life out of your bow strings.<\/p>\n

How to Extend The Life of Your Strings<\/h3>\n

\"\"The easiest way to extend the life of your strings is to wax them frequently. I like to wax my strings every time I bring out my bow.\u00a0 I prefer to use the Allen Archery Bow String Wax<\/a>, but just about any wax will work.\u00a0 I’ve never heard of strings getting damaged by excess wax so wax them more than you think you need to.<\/p>\n

Waxing your bow is easy and should only take a few minutes from start to finish. Simply wax all of your exposed strings with your wax stack and rub it in for a couple seconds using your fingers or a leather glove. Then I normally spray little bit of oil on my cams, rail and anywhere else that needs a touch of love.<\/p>\n

When to Evaluate Your Strings<\/h3>\n

If you’re a bow hunter you’re going to need to evaluate your bow strings every year.\u00a0 Even if your strings went into storage pristine you never know what storage can do to them.\u00a0 Throughout the off season strings can get damaged through any number of ways.<\/p>\n

Signs Your Bow Strings Need Replaced<\/h3>\n

Strings can last for years, but you need to be vigilant to catch them before they fail. If you notice any signs of damage pull your strings immediately and get them replaced. The following signs mean your string should be replaced immediately.<\/p>\n

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  1. Fraying:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Fraying is going to be your number one sign of string damage. Fraying comes naturally just from the regular breakdown of your strings. You can delay fraying by religiously using wax and taking care of your bow in the field. Any little snag has the potential to do damage to your strings.<\/li>\n
  2. Look For Separations:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Check your bow for any type of separations in your string. Your center serving is probably going to be the one to go out first, but you should also check your cams. To reduce the likelihood of separation you’re going to want to use a d loop on your center serving. The video below will help you tie a D-Loop on your bow.\u00a0 If your strings look good, but your servings look bad you can just replace the servings and get a couple more years out of your strings.<\/li>\n
  3. Bends in Your String:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Look for signs of bands in your string that could signify underlying damage. Wavy almost snake like strings could mean that the inside strands are damaged.<\/li>\n
  4. Knicked Strands:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>It doesn’t matter if you have one damaged strand or many you’re going to have to replace your strings. Strings could get knicked by any number of causes, but they seriously undermine the integrity of your bowstring. Even if you’ve only broke 1 or 2 strands the string is going to stretch over time causing further damage.\u00a0 They could have been caught on a broadhead, throrny brush or just the edge of your car door. There’s a million ways your bowstrings could get damaged.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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