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How to String and Unstring a Recurve Bow Safely

Archer at full draw with a strung Olympic recurve bow

Quick Answer: To string a recurve bow safely, use a bow stringer. Slip the larger string loop loosely onto the top limb and seat the smaller loop in the bottom limb groove. Hook the stringer pockets over both limb tips, step on the cord with both feet shoulder-width apart, and pull the riser straight up. […]