I am new to bow hunting and I really do not know much about it. I was given a older bear bow. I am having some problems with it. the first thing is that it is set at a 70lb draw and I want to bring it down is there a way I can do that my self? and my second problem is that I was out today shooting it and the peep came almost all the way off, I pushed it back in but I do not want this to happen again. I saw on my buddies bow that his peep is tied in above it, is that what i should do? money is tight right now so i need to be able to do this my self.
The first thing I would do is find someone you know that has some bow knowledge. If you don't have that option I would take it to an archery shop and have them look at it. I would have them look at the bow all over to check it over for any saftey issues 1st. Once that is done ask them for a price on what needs to be done. I know you are short on funds, but this is one of those situations in which having it done right is more important. If there is nothing wrong with the bow the things you talked about wanting to do ARE VERY CHEAP!!! You can then watch how they do it and start your learning process there. I could help you, but I would have a hard time explaining back and forth and to be honest I would want to see the bow better. I WILL TELL YOU THIS...DO NOT SHOOT THAT BOW AGAIN WITH THAT PEEP LIKE THAT!!! Do yourself a favor and take it to someone who can actually handle and look at the bow.
yeah i wouldnt risk it either bud , make sure someone looks at it . maybie spend 50.00 on a recurve to keep you entertained while you wait to get it fixed , just be careful i had a similar issue 7 years ago and i havent swayed from my recurve since >.< , but by all means that bow from what you said and from what i saw , doesnt look safe buddy .
I am sorry to say that compound bows shoot their best when set at the listed draw weight marked on the data tag/riser (handle) or limb. 70 pounds is a lot to contend with when beginning to learn proper shooting form. I think what everyone is concerned about is the peep popping out and hitting you in the eye. Careful inspection of the cams, limbs and riser for cracks is a starting place. Fraying of cables and strings are another issue that must be addressed BEFORE shooting. It is highly probable that the bow was stored without being relaxed and the cables/strings are stretched from age. Changing string and cable lengths will affect important settings such as brace height/fistmele, axle to axle length, draw length and cam timing. Save yourself some grief and have it inspected before investing your time, money and health in a freebie. Good intentions do not always produce good results.
