Q - Changing String/Cables

[gamecock]

I use a Bowmaster portable bow press to relax the string on my Mathews LX for changing my peep etc. and it works great. But when I go up north I want to bring an extra string and cables just in case...
My question is, can I change my string in case of emergency with a portable bow press? Someone told me that I couldn't but I didn't get any detail as to why not. I had just always assumed I could.

[hartofthethumb]

You surely can. Matter of fact you can completely relax and disassemble a bow with a portable press. I have done so a good many times with my bowmaster. No offence to the person, but I would say whoever told you that you cannot change strings with it, shouldn't be consulted for this type of thing any further;)

[Michihunter]

You surely can. Matter of fact you can completely relax and disassemble a bow with a portable press. I have done so a good many times with my bowmaster. No offence to the person, but I would say whoever told you that you cannot change strings with it, shouldn't be consulted for this type of thing any further;)

:yeahthat: hott said it best and to add to it would be tough.

[gamecock]

Thank you for the info...I had a hunch that the guy didn't know what he was talking about but he sure acted like he did. I won't mention the store he was from, but I'll know not to take any advice from him in the future.
Thanks again!

[Kelly Johnson]

With some of the new PSEs your buddy is right.

But your Mathews is fine.

[jdawg240]

I use a Bowmaster portable bow press to relax the string on my Mathews LX for changing my peep etc. and it works great. But when I go up north I want to bring an extra string and cables just in case...
My question is, can I change my string in case of emergency with a portable bow press? Someone told me that I couldn't but I didn't get any detail as to why not. I had just always assumed I could.


Sure you can. Just remember changing strings and cables more than likely will mean sighting in again. The new strings will be tighter and will change things some.

[bassdisaster]

If changing a string on a trip away from home is an issue for you!
Then I would consider having the spare all ready, all worked in and pre-set with all adjustments in place, noc point, peep tied in, twisted and settled to the proper length, tie the ends with a twist tie as not to lose any twist, put in a ziploc bag and your set for emergency's even if your at home!
I have built strings and set them for guys heading out west, the chances of finding a shop to do emergency repairs in the ROCKY's is not good!

Good luck!

BD

[TnRidge]

I have had to change out strings with a Bowmaster ,and it worked fine for me.

[Non Typical]

If you think this, and of course it will, will happen. Then this spring or summer when you get out and start shooting a lot and your string is broke in, replace it and use it for a spare, that way everything is all set. Hint, before taking it off write on a piece of paper all your settings, where the peep goes,nock set, and whatever I find that makes it easier setting up the new string.