I am new to this traditional stuff...Do I need to unstring my bow when not shooting or does it hurt to leave it strung? Thanks
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Yes and no.......
It does not hurt "modern" glass recurve and long bows to leave them strung for long periods of time. If you are going to be shooting your bow every day/week/month I would leave it strung. There is always the danger of twisting a limb if something goes wrong while stringing your bow.
If its going to be several months before you shoot a bow again I would unstring the bow just incase an old string breaks while strung. Its a good idea to replace the string every year with a new one made with new/fresh materials.
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Originally posted by Thumper View PostYes and no.......
It does not hurt "modern" glass recurve and long bows to leave them strung for long periods of time. If you are going to be shooting your bow every day/week/month I would leave it strung. There is always the danger of twisting a limb if something goes wrong while stringing your bow.
If its going to be several months before you shoot a bow again I would unstring the bow just incase an old string breaks while strung. Its a good idea to replace the string every year with a new one made with new/fresh materials.
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My many thanks and I am in need of another shooting lesson soonLast edited by Chunky; 11-16-2006, 04:07 PM.
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If i left it strung, I wouldnt leave it standin in the corner.
If I aint mistakin....it will weaken the load bearing limb. Lay or hang it flat.
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