I seem to remember a few years ago that it was suggested that you soak your brand new string in water before putting it on the bow. Supposedly this would allow it to do all the stretching it was gonna do quickly, so you could adjust the timing. Is that only applicable to older string material or is this not applicable to 450+ and other "no-stretch"
materials?

That's a new one for me. I'd be interested to hear about this as well.

I soak mine in Heavy Whipping Cream! Just Kiddin Ya

Never heard of the water trick before, but Winner's Choice is now offering a product called "String Conditioner" by Dalton (not to be confused with their 'Ultimate String Wax') that from what I understand is a liquid.

comndr45,
I've also heard of this, in fact, I believe the entire bow(with the new string/cable) is too be submerged. Think I read it in either Petersen's or Bow Hunting World. I'll check some of my back issues and see what I can 'dig up'.

I don't think it applies to the 452 or 450 Plus, but rather 8125 and others.


...just noticed you are from Memphis. Memphis State Alum here! ..or I guess it's Memphis University now[&:]. Great city that brings back some fond memories for me.

I figured as much on the string materials. Just ordered a string, and wanted to make the tuning process as short and painless as possible.

BTW, Two Beards, this city has fallen far in the last few years. I've lived here pretty much all my life, and I now hate this place. The corruption of the mayor and every other facet of leadership here is beyond disheartening. The only thing that counts in this city any more is race. If my job wasn't so entrenched here, I'd be gone.

Its probably for older strings, well made strings with modern materials will move VERY little and will be done moving after 50-100 shots.

--Bob