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Title: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: Rays Arrow on December 24, 2013, 12:11:00 AM
I have a three piece take down bow.  What is the best way to store my string so I am not losing my tune each time I take down my bow.  
Thanks,
Ray
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: LBR on December 24, 2013, 01:15:00 AM
It shouldn't untwist, but if you are concerned it might just put a twist tie through the loops and tie it off.

You will have to shoot the string back in/let it settle after it's been unstrung.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: Walt Francis on December 24, 2013, 01:16:00 AM
I put the bottom loop half way through the top loop, then the top loop through the bottom loop.  It also Works by reversing the ends.  My explanation leaves a lot to be desired but most new bow strings come laced that way.  A paper clip on both loops also works, I just do not normally have one with me in the field.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: Pine on December 24, 2013, 01:26:00 AM
2X what Walt said
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 24, 2013, 05:36:00 AM
The small spring type metal paper clips work well. Just clamp both ends of the string in it for storage.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: tracker12 on December 24, 2013, 08:05:00 AM
Also I make sure I know what my brace height is on my bow.  Once strung I check it to make sure it is on.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: NY Yankee on December 24, 2013, 08:31:00 AM
Yes, its important to shoot the sring in to settle it before you hunt. Mark a few of your arrows at the correct brace height so you can check it in the field.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: JB on December 24, 2013, 11:54:00 AM
3x  what Walt Does
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: ron w on December 24, 2013, 01:06:00 PM
Just record your brace height then adjust to suit. I know some guys who crest their arrows at the proper brace so they can just look at arrow and tell if it's right. You can also use reflective tape to mark your brace and then find your arrow after the shot with your flashlight.
Title: Re: Takedown bow String twist Storage
Post by: Bear Heart on December 24, 2013, 06:35:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by LBR:
It shouldn't untwist, but if you are concerned it might just put a twist tie through the loops and tie it off.

You will have to shoot the string back in/let it settle after it's been unstrung.
I use the twist tie method.