Bowstring length question

[RJonesRCRV]

Which line, red or blue, is correct for measuring a strings length? I started making strings for myself and just want to make sure, as different size loops to accommodate different width limbs will make the overall length of a string different.

Thanks!

[Caughtandhobble]

Blue, measured with a tight string.

[DanielB89]

blue

[LBR]

Blue.  AMO says to measure under a 100# load on 1/8" pegs.  You will just have to make a few to find out what works best for you.  Take lots of notes, and remember that different materials can vary a little, even different colors in some cases.

[slowbowjoe]

Blue. With some tension on the string.

[RJonesRCRV]

Good because thats how Ive been measuring my strings.

However, suppose you make a string for a wide limbed bow, requiring large loops. This will leave less material to be twisted into the leads below the loops.

Of course I could be wrong or just over thinking it.

I have been starting my loops 7" from the ends, twisting toward the ends to form the loops then folding down to twist 7" leads below the loops.  Or should I include the loop length into the length of my leads.

[LBR]

It's like shooting a bow--find a style that is consistent and works for you, and as long as you are hitting the target stick with it.  You will more than likely make little modifications here and there.  There's no substitute for practice.

Blue!

Bisch

[McDave]

Originally posted by RJonesRCRV:


However, suppose you make a string for a wide limbed bow, requiring large loops. This will leave less material to be twisted into the leads below the loops.

I agree with other posts regarding the proper measurement of string length.  When you make a string for a bow with wide limbs that require larger loops, you have to start with longer strands if you want to end up with the same string length and the same amount of overlap to twist into the string below the loops.  You will have to determine this by experiment, which is why I keep detailed notes on each string I make.  Of course, a certain amount of fine tuning can also be done by varying the twists in the string after it is made.

[frank bullitt]

Yes, you know the way, you just have to figure out how to get there!

[DanielB89]

there are 2 words that helped me really learn...

trial... error...

Even after watching videos, you will have to learn how to do it!   A few tips I would give to help making consistent string lengths..

1. Use a jig
2. Be sure you have some type of measurement for your loops or else string length will vary just because you have different size loops.
3. Take good notes!  
4. Learn from your mistakes.  


When you are trying to make precise strings, you will have to do the same thing, every time. A loop that is 1/4" larger than supposed to be makes your string short of the mark.  For your strings to be consistent, you have to be consistent.  

Let me know if you have any questions, I will gladly help in any way possible.

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