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Title: String making question
Post by: Kenny Henderson on June 17, 2011, 09:24:00 AM
Hey guys, I had a string jig given to me so I can make endless loop strings. I know how to make the strings but I have gotten conflicting info on string length, If I have a 60" bow how long does the string need to be?
Title: Re: String making question
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 17, 2011, 09:37:00 AM
Normally 4" shorter for a recurve and 3" for a longbow.
Title: Re: String making question
Post by: nschlag on June 17, 2011, 09:40:00 AM
i would recommend making up some kind of a string that will allow you to string your bow at the desired brace height and then measure this string. i just had strings made after calling black widow for the right length and they missed by an inch   :eek:

this way you will be right on with no guessing.
Title: Re: String making question
Post by: frank bullitt on June 17, 2011, 09:51:00 AM
Kenny, what kind, and make bow is it? That would help us who have a similar type!

Having a tillering string, with an adjustable timber hitch, would help! But alot of new archers have trouble with them!
Title: Re: String making question
Post by: Kenny Henderson on June 17, 2011, 11:55:00 AM
The bow is a 60in Bear Kodiak, I just bought it at Cloverdale, it had a string that was for a 62in bow with it
Title: Re: String making question
Post by: Pat B. on June 17, 2011, 05:36:00 PM
I'd probably make a 56 1/2" string for that bow.