How often do you replace your bow string and cable. Mine still looks like the day I bought the bow, but concerned I should replace no matter what at a certain interval.
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I've gone 2 or 3 years in between changes, but I did not shoot very often AND I stored my bow in it's hardshell case with dessicant packs inside the house. With normal wear and tear and throughout a productive hunting season, I now change my strings every year, right around Labor Day.
Edit: Several bow manufacturers advise changing every 2-3 years. The consensus at 60X Custom Strings is to replace strings and cables after 2000-2500 shots but shouldn't exceed 2-3 years, given all other factors, such as storage and maintenance are properly addressed.
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I have the same string on my No-Cam since the day I bought it (8-9 years maybe). Still works just like day one, just keep wax on it.Comment
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I go by the look of mine mostly and that is probably not the best practice
4-5yr I would change regardless
I generally change mine before starting to heavily practice for October season to start (late July/early August) so it will be done with any stretching/twisting before season starts. I just had a new set put on after season but the previous one never changed from when it was put on. I think the new materials don't have much if any stretch so they stay where they are setComment
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Is it still in spec? If not how much twisting would be required to get it back into spec? Answering those questions will help you decide if it's time for a new one.Comment
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I replaced my string last year after about 4 years and it made it difference in speed and accuracy. I'd recommend doing it every year if you can afford it. Why not right?Comment
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This is probably about the best advice. Strings and cables can look like they did new but be stretched beyond what their specs should be. Some strings that 5 years and 1500 shots and others its 1 year and 3000 shots.Originally posted by donpablo View PostComment
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