What are the best strings?

Black Stick · 06-16-2008, 02:03 PM

I know very little about top quality strings and what makes them. I do not want to know what to look for in strings, rather, what is the best as far as brand goes. This is a hard question to answer without bias. I forgot to wax my strings on my 82nd airborne and they are turning white and starting to fray. Also, I don't want to use a rubber tube, because it will slow the arrow speed. Anyway, let me know.

Rick James · 06-16-2008, 05:52 PM

There are several good string makersout there of high quality. I personally have used Gibblet's strings from here on HNI for probably 15+ sets on my own personal bows now and I honestly feel their quality is as good as anything out there, and he is using materials that I feel are superior to a lot of the other big names. They are of excellent quality, and his service is better than just about anyone I have seen in any industry. He will go the extra mile at his expense to make sure you are taken care of and happy. Just my thoughts, but I'd give him a shot and see what he can do for you.

Roskoe · 06-20-2008, 12:40 PM

I also use Bucknasty (Gibblet) strings exclusively; but prior to that, was fairly happy with Winner's Choice. Gibblet has better workmanship, though - as well as great customer service and reasonable prices.

Matt/TN · 06-20-2008, 01:06 PM

I'm a fan of B2 Bowstrings...(Nathan Brooks). There are a ton of good string builders though.

cwillard · 06-20-2008, 02:01 PM

In my opinion, Winners Choice is the best factory string on the market. I work on bows and have shot tons of different brands, and these provide the least amount of stretch. BUT factory strings are no match for a good custom string.I have not tried them yet but have heard nothing but good about Gibblet.

Wolf651 · 06-20-2008, 02:02 PM

Vapor trail has been really good to me. Great service and super fast shipping.

western outdoors · 06-20-2008, 04:53 PM

I just purchased some H&M bowstrings from AT member. I haven't received them yet to give any feedback, but everyone else raved about them on AT. Best price I found as well. Here is his website.

http://www.hmbowstrings.com/

909bowsniper · 06-24-2008, 12:31 AM

I really like the Rock Solids I put on my Bear Instinct today...real nice!

peakrut · 06-24-2008, 03:50 AM

I went from a Hoyt string to winners choice and thus far I likeit alot.

PA Hardwoods · 06-24-2008, 07:38 AM

I have used Vapor Trail and I have used Wolfden and have been extremely please with both. My next set will come from Gibblit. I know he builds a great string.