From bow repair to private lessons, we have you covered. String servings that you tie over the top of your strings. A bow is a mechanical device that endures wear over time, and no bow part sustains more significant wear than the bowstring. How you store it and where you store it is also key. This is a stepbystep guide on how you can buy a perfect compound bow. However, as you will see from the discussion below, it is possible to produce a very reasonable model for a compound bow forcedraw curve using a simple excel spreadsheet. Performing proper compound bow maintenance is especially important at the start and end of the hunting season. The compound bow and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Waxing should be done frequently to extend the lifespan of the string.
If you fall into this category, you would be wise to have a backup brickand. A good crossbow or compound bow is an investment and investments need to be maintained. No portion of this book may be reproduced without the express written consent of the browning archery marketing department. Bow maintenance welcome to the bow maintenance store, where youll find great prices on a wide range of different bow maintenance items. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Prepare your compound bow for storage and maintenance. If you watch slowmotion videos of a bow being shot, the violent action is mesmerizing. If you set up and tune your bow, you will take the time necessary to do it right the first time. Erickson makes a great bow vice that clamps onto the limb of the bow and can be adjusted 360 degrees so you can put the bow in the right spot so its easy to work on.
Bowrepair kits are available from a number of manufacturers in case you need to perform emergency surgery on your gear, but many archers are dependent on their local pro shop for bow maintenance. How to wax a bowstring and perform other basic string maintenance. After all, youd want a compound bow that functions excellently. Bow press setting up and working on your own bow can be fun and rewarding. Pro shops recommends that you bring your bow in at least once a year for a yearly professional maintenance and inspection. In this article, our goal is to teach you how to properly maintain your compound bow. Like many products, compound bows come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours, and levels of sophistication. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Its really easy to do and with the few simple tips below youll be able to do it yourself. Maintenance of a compound bow modern compound bow if conserved properly can serve you for many years without even a minor failure. The key to successfully using a compound bow is aiming it correctly. If you fall into this category, you would be wise to have a backup brickandmortar in mind before going on your next adventure.
How to become a certified bow technician job description. Bowstrings on recurves and compounds need constant maintenance, and eventually require replacement. The compound bow is a type of modern bow that uses cables and pulleys to bend the limbs. We wish you much success in the archery field you have chosen to pursue. Bow maintenance your browning archery bow will give you many years of. Archery accessories set archery upgrade kit 5 pin bow sight with level and light arrow rest stabilizer peep sight for compound bow and recurve bow. During this time, our priority is the health and wellbeing of our employees, community, and customers.
As the saying goes, if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself. Car wax or something similar for polishing the limbs. In the united states, the compound is the dominant form of bow. Therefore make sure that you store your bow in a dry place. As you read this manual there may be terms or descriptions that are unfamiliar to you. In literature of the early 20th century, before the invention of compound bows, composite bows were. I assume you have absolutely no idea about this topic so far so we are going to start with the absolute basics which means explaining certain terms, words and accessories concerning those type of models. Here at droptine archery we want our customers to feel like theyre at home. May 25, 2017 again, if you own a compound bow, you should already know how to maintain it. The bow season is over and what should you do with your bow.
The book is available in both paperback format as well as a digital version for kindle ebook readers. Here are some things youre going to need for bow maintenance. Nutrition and physical training for optimal shooting performance. With compound bow maintenance, a little extra care can go a long way.
From inspecting your bow to adjusting and waxing the cables, it might take some time for you to set up a maintenance schedule. Extreme gear 8 item compound bow string tune up kit archery peep d loop kisser wax silencers tubing more bow maintenance pro pack. Keeping a compound bow in a humid environment for a prolonged period of time will inevitably lead to its corrosion and make it inoperable. A bow vice makes putting on a rest or sight an easy job. Be sure to thoroughly check these areas of the cam compound bow 3 9 1. Apr 03, 2017 a bow is a mechanical device that endures wear over time, and no bow part sustains more significant wear than the bowstring. The compound bow was first developed in 1966 by holless wilbur allen in billings, missouri, and a us patent was granted in 1969. Whenever shooting a bow, be certain of your target as well as what else lies downrange.
Your bow is a mechanical device and as such, is subject to wear and need of periodic inspection, adjustment and service. It is crucial to know the compound bow parts when you own one. How to upgrade your first compound bow manual of man. With proper care and use you will enjoy this product for years to come. Jan 09, 2017 compound bow parts list, and tips for compound bow maintenance. Its essential that you maintain your bow to make it last for years on end. Again, if you own a compound bow, you should already know how to maintain it. It was published on december 14th 2012 and totals 232 pages. And our discussion of bowstrings here includes the cables on a compound bow. Mar 29, 2016 the bow season is over and what should you do with your bow. The system of pulleys, cables, and cams enabled archers to hold heavy draw weight at full draw without the muscle fatigue that you would expect. Most crossbows and compound bow maintenance is easy to do and it should be completed the way the manufacturer recommends. How to wax a bowstring and perform other basic string. Sep 05, 2012 things you will need to maintain your bow.
If you follow the preceding setup and maintenance guidelines, your parker compound bow is ready to shoot and will provide you with years of enjoyment. Jennings buckmaster compound bow manuals documents buckmaster compound bow youth bear buckmaster compound bows owners manual pdf book search and read downloadable jennings buckmaster compound bows user. Congratulations on your purchase of a new parker compound bow. Compound bow maintenance your bow is a mechanical device and as such, is subject to wear and need of periodic inspection, adjustment and service.
A compound bow works like a simple block and tackle, multiplying input energy over distance. Never draw a bow with a missing or incorrectly installed draw stop peg. The simplest thing you can do to maintain your string is to wax it. Book tuning your compound bow 5th edition by larry wise with a foreword by respected archery expert and technical advisor, norb mullaney. List of compound bow parts arrow rest arrow rest is located on the. Never draw a bow with mismatched or missing cam modules, module screws andor set screws. All hoyt compound bows are guaranteed against manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship to the original. This compound bow is manufactured from the finest materials available and handcrafted. Waxing your bowstring is one of the most important maintenance tasks ahead of any compound bow owner wanting to keep hishers equipment in good shape. If youre new to the sport of archery, we will guide you through all the jargon and technical hoopla, and help you to make a betterinformed choice on your new compound bow. No portion of this book may be reproduced without the express.
Your bow needs extra care and attention when its time to dust it off from storage. Compound bow users guide statement of warranty limited. Mar 16, 2012 if youre reading this, i take it that you read my previous guide to buying your first compound bow. Find stepbystep video guides for how to properly maintain your genesis bow. What does adding or removing twists from your cables do to. A guide to tuning and shooting compound bows dec 7, 2010 edition. Your car engine needs regular maintenance to keep up with wear and tear. The best crossbow maintenance involves caring for the strings. Well be adding many more similar articles over the next few weeks of july 20.
In fact if you treat it well it is much more likely it will become outdated before it wears out. A compound bow can offer superior performance, but it needs to be maintained. Nov, 2016 a compound bow can offer superior performance, but it needs to be maintained. Preparation for compound bow maintenance and storage is key to a successful hunt and also keeping your bow shooting straight for years to come. Bow repair kits are available from a number of manufacturers in case you need to perform emergency surgery on your gear, but many archers are dependent on their local pro shop for bow maintenance. This compound bow has been carefully designed and crafted by engineers and hunters that are committed to delivering a quality product that will enhance your experience in the woods.
Mar 10, 2015 sergeant compound bow owners manual 1. In case you are thinking about getting a beginner compound bow set you have come to the right place. It would be wise if you pay attention to every detail, putting as many factors as you can into consideration to enable you buy a bow youd love for life. As with all mechanical devices some parts of your bow will wear and some will become loose over time. The bow mechanics most valuable tool is the bow press. But, if you have a new compound bow, chances are you wanting to know how to go about upgrading it. Please read this entire booklet before shooting or adjusting your bow.
If youve been following this series on learning to shoot a compound bow, you should now be comfortable with everything from your stance the way you align your feet and body before beginning the shot to gripping the bow, nocking the arrow, drawing the bowstring, and finding your anchor point. A complete engineering model of the mechanics of a compound bow is fairly complex. Tuning your compound bow by larry wise is a must have book if you are serious about the sport of archery. A properly maintained bow will shoot better and last longer. Beginners guide to compound bows anchor that point. Compound bow parts list, and tips for compound bow maintenance. Featuring a wide selection of bow accessories from top brands like barnett crossbows, pelican, brownell, and pine ridge archery, our collection of bow maintenance supplies and bow accessories will help keep your bow in tiptop shape and ready for your next range session. Justin zarr and jerry tepps give some bow maintenance tips, and talk about some of the everyday tools needed to fix minor issues with your bow. Larry wise is a world field archery and national target archery champion who knows and understands the bow tuning and performance problems archers encounter. The limbs of a compound bow are stiffer than the recurve, making it more energyfilled than other bows. Sep 27, 20 keeping a compound bow in a humid environment for a prolonged period of time will inevitably lead to its corrosion and make it inoperable.
Hoyt usarecommends that you take your bow to an authorized pro shop at least once a year for a yearly professional. You can ruin a bow easily just from where you keep it. A compound bow uses a set of pulleys to propel an arrow toward a target at faster speeds than a conventional bow. Depending on how much you use your bow, aim for a bow maintenance routine that works well for you. To get started, lets look at how that block and tackle works. Things have changed a lot with the humble bow and arrow since they started appearing in the late upper paleolithicearly mesolithic. To become a certified bow technician, you have to undergo training and get certified by completing specific certification exams. Bear carnage specifications specs for the bear buckmasters btr compound bow, bandit 250 manual.
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