Lets talk bowstrings

Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by heartstopper, Feb 14, 2015.

  1. heartstopper

    heartstopper Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I am due this season for a new string what does everyone recommend and what is the average price to get one put on? I am shooting a 2010 PSE Brute and 70 pounds. Thanks
     
  2. Bootlegger

    Bootlegger Grizzled Veteran

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    Sent hutch a pm on here. He owns Bowstring Depot. Makes a lot of strings for members on here. Very well made.

    Sent from my XT830C
     
  3. davidingle

    davidingle Weekend Warrior

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    I use 60x custom strings. Starting to be a bigger name in bowstrings. Depending on the material around 70 bucks for a set
     
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    StringPuller#1 Weekend Warrior

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    I swear by Vaportrail strings and cables. They're quality and not too expensive, get their VTX blend material.....go on their website and look around, and no I don't work for them nor am I being compensated for this plug, their just really good
     
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    StringPuller#1 Weekend Warrior

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    I mean they're not their :)
     
  6. Coop

    Coop Grizzled Veteran

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    I am currently using Bow String Depot. Great strings and Hutch is a great guy to deal with.

    If you need a shop to install them you may be stuck using what they sell as some shops are particular about installing strings they don't carry and sell. Expect to pay $120-150 at a shop for strings and install. It's one reason I bought a press and started installing my own, now I just pay for the strings
     
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    Sota Legendary Woodsman

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    This is true
     
  8. Lung Buster

    Lung Buster Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Bowstring Depot!!
     
  9. JWOAdventures

    JWOAdventures Weekend Warrior

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    $100 bucks for vaportrail. First off check your local dealer. I know Steve, but your dealer maybe be able to get them for cheaper.

    60x stretched just a little for me.
    Look on facebook for John's Custom Archery also known as Breathn. He's been making strings for a while and builds custom PSE bows
     
  10. ARCHER_CHI_RHO

    ARCHER_CHI_RHO Die Hard Bowhunter

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    i just bought a set of JBK. been meaning to try out Jeff's strings for a good couple of years but never got around to it since my buddy made great strings. he's no longer making strings and my stock strings have entered their expected lifespan so i finally bought a set of JBKs and hope to get them installed today.
     
  11. muzzyman88

    muzzyman88 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Big fan of Vaportrail products here. I have been using their string and cable sets for years as well as their rests. They're a top notch company who stands behind their products and goes the extra mile for customers. If you buy from them, if you would have any issue, they'll fix it, period.

    I always buy mine through MeanV archery. Dan, who owns the place is a good guy and he gets them a bit cheaper. MeanV Archery
     
  12. early in

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    I just put new Winners Choice strings on my Vectrix this past Sept, I'm good for another...
     
  13. bowhunter448

    bowhunter448 Grizzled Veteran

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    I have a set of BSD strings on mine. Look sharp and shoot nice.
     
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    indynotch50 Grizzled Veteran

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    I use first string for a few reasons
    1. They're made locally just a few minutes away
    2. My local shop owner likes them and I like him

    That said, I would like to try bowstring depot. Hutch not only supports this site, he has a great rep.
     
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    I've been using Prostrings for years on many bows. Just went to their web site the other day and it looks like it's down. Hope they're still in business, I'll have to give them a call. If not, I'll probably get Vaportrail for the next set.

    V
     
  16. Bow String Depot

    Bow String Depot Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I use my own lol! Bow String Depot! We Build-em! We Sell-em! We Back-em! Any issues with in a year let us know we back them.




    Hutch
     
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    ShaneB22 Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Winners Choice Bowstrings
     
  18. Bootlegger

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    Great strings right here.^^^^

    Sent from my XT830C
     
  19. ARCHER_CHI_RHO

    ARCHER_CHI_RHO Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I don't think Wes is in business anymore

    I really liked their product as well.
     
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    nontypical223 Weekend Warrior

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    Plenty of good strings 60x, parknson archery, hog wire, jbk, twisted archer, that's the ones I can think of tight off hand I know I'm missing plenty.
     

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