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Old 01-10-2006, 04:21 AM
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Straightarrow
 
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Default RE: bow strings

You should be aware that building a string for speed, will cost you in other areas. They often have fewer strands, which means weaker. They are lighter in weight, so you get slightly more vibration on the shot and your bow takes more abuse from this. In general, more vibration means slightly more noise. String material definately makes a difference, but as a hunter I would never be searching for more speed out of one.

Some of the string materials that give more speed, also stretch more easily. Stretch can turn into a permanent creeping of the string. To me, the biggest advantage for the average hunter, is a string that will not creep more than 1/16" over a year of hard use. When I build a string for myself I actually use more strands (I like quiet and strong). Also, having your bow's tune stay put for a full year or more is priceless.
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