String making question

[Kenny Henderson]

Hey guys, I had a string jig given to me so I can make endless loop strings. I know how to make the strings but I have gotten conflicting info on string length, If I have a 60" bow how long does the string need to be?

[Charlie Lamb]

Normally 4" shorter for a recurve and 3" for a longbow.

[nschlag]

i would recommend making up some kind of a string that will allow you to string your bow at the desired brace height and then measure this string. i just had strings made after calling black widow for the right length and they missed by an inch   :eek:

this way you will be right on with no guessing.

[frank bullitt]

Kenny, what kind, and make bow is it? That would help us who have a similar type!

Having a tillering string, with an adjustable timber hitch, would help! But alot of new archers have trouble with them!

[Kenny Henderson]

The bow is a 60in Bear Kodiak, I just bought it at Cloverdale, it had a string that was for a 62in bow with it

[Pat B.]

I'd probably make a 56 1/2" string for that bow.