Ostrich sinew..

[Auzoutdoor]

Hi guys I hope some of the bowyers over there might be able to help me.Do you ever use the leg sinew from ostrich as bow backing? We have a bird here in Oz called an Emu that is very similiar to your bird and would like to try them for some bow backing.Thanks in advance..
Cheers KIM

[Pat B]

I have not used ostrich but have successfully used emu leg sinew for bow backing.

[Zradix]

Neat to have found your answer so soon!
Never really though about sinew from other animals.
Lots of possibilities come to mind.....

[AZStickman]

It works well!.... Terry

[Ted Fry]

I have used Ostrich and Emu with good luck on both.
I love the long ostrich for wrapping points with sinew as well as tying on feathers, good stuff mate.

[Auzoutdoor]

Thanks heaps guys I knew I could count on ya.
I will give the farm a call tomorrow and see if I can get some.
Cheers KIM