Wax Loops on String or not ?

[bowhunter@54]

Just wondering if anyone waxes the loops on your string ? Is there concerns  that the loops might slip on the groove's on the tip of the bow ? Thanks for any input

[jsweka]

I wax mine.  That's a critical area for wear and waxing the loops extends their life.

Never had a problem with slipping.

[nineworlds9]

I lightly wax mine periodically if they look like they need it, I have noticed that if you don't, gradually friction in that area forces out the wax and the loops can dry out.  Not good.

[halfseminole]

I wax both the string loop and the tie-in loop.  I get breaks at the knot otherwise.

[bigbadjon]

I recommend you don't wax your string at all. The wax just makes grit stick to the string a actually lessens its life span.

[Firstlight]

I'm no expert but when I wax the string I always wax the loops.

I don't agree with the post about not waxing because of grit build up.

I don't have grit on my bow strings nor have I seen any indication of a string wearing out because of waxing.

I have only been shooting 16 years or so, others mileage will vary.

[LBR]

Wax is used on modern strings as a lubricant.  The loops probably need it the most.  It won't cause the string to jump out.

[Keefer]

I make my own strings and wax them well and burnish in with a piece of leather and never had an issue of grit on the loops but it can get some on it But I tend to it . I know wax keeps moisture out of the fibers and I take care not to rest my bottom limb tips on the ground and if I do I clean then re wax and "Inspect" the loops for any noticeable issues and if in doubt I toss it out and make another...Grit does act as sandpaper if someone sticks their limb tips in dirt,mud,snow,ice and so on but always keep it clean and try to take care and Inspect it often..I've seen loops that weren't waxed often and some fibers looked worn and faded in color and to me that's a string ready for failure and to me should of been waxed..To each his own but I wax and always will...

[J. Holden]

I wax my string and loops.  I then take a small piece of leather and rub it up and down creating a little heat, thus melting the wax into the string.  I have always been told to wax my string and loops!

-Jeremy  

[Todd Cook]

I do wax the loops. I also periodically clean the string grooves. Grit will collect there and wear on your string.

[macbow]

The only wax my loops have is from the prewaxed string.
Using a rag or piece of leather to work wax into the string is better than too. Much.
Mike Palmer from Palmer bows says to remove as much as possible both because of the grit but mostly in colder weather it is a source of noise where it makes contact with the bow.

As far as longevity, most of my strings are years old with no problems.

[jhg]

Originally posted by macbow:
[QB] ...
Mike Palmer from Palmer bows says to remove as much as possible both because of the grit but mostly in colder weather it is a source of noise where it makes contact with the bow....

Dan Toelke shares this opinion and uses endless loop strings on his recurves to  avoid a waxed flemish twist loop on the tips which is louder.

Joshua

[bowhunter@54]

Thanks for all of your answer's it's a big help . On my Savannah longbow it came with the Laser Trad HP string . also wondering what's a good wax? I'm going to do this year's hunting with my Savannah going to let my old Damon Howatt the stick have a rest she's taken a lot of game for me .Thanks for any input

[yeager]

The only wax in my loops are from when I first make the string. I even get as much out of the braid where it contacts the recurve part of the limb so as not to stick and make noise.  I do occasionally lightly wax the body of the string though.

[LBR]

BCY offers a couple of good waxes, but honestly any good string wax will work.

No wax may be quieter in really cold weather (not usually a concern here in MS), but the rest of the time wax will extend the life of your string (pending you don't jam your bow tip into the dirt).  

Generally speaking a well made Flemish string is going to be noticeably quieter than an endless.

[nineworlds9]

I absolutely love BCY X-wax.  Super stuff.

[The Night Stalker]

If you get to much wax, it will give you a little noise on bare string grooves. A little pitch blend will take the noise away.

[Thumper Dunker]

Wax the snot out of them. If you don't wax them your looking for trouble.

[**DONOTDELETE**]

I too like to keep them waxed, but i find that in wet weather and colder temps that a little bit of vaseline inside the string loop works very well. i had a string builder recommend that one and it works well.... i use a very light application of vaseline to coat my broadheads before putting them in my quiver too. It helps keep that edge from rusting.....  Of course we get a lot of rain here in Oregon so everything gets wet on a regular basis.

[bowhunter@54]

Thanks again for all the tips