Tag Archives: bow tuning

Compound Bow Cam Timing: How to Check & Fix in 6 Steps

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Cam timing is the single fix that turns an unexplained flier into a 3-inch group at 40 yards. On a compound bow, it means both cams (or the single cam plus the idler wheel) reach their stops at the same moment, so the string travels a straight, repeatable path on every shot. When timing slips […]

Let-Off Explained: How Compound Bow Cams Make Heavy Draw Weights Holdable

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Let-off is the percentage your compound bow’s holding weight drops at full draw. Here’s how the cams pull off that trick, why 65%, 75%, and 90% feel completely different at the shot, and how to pick the right number for hunting or target.

Paper Tuning Chart: The Complete 4-Tear Fix Guide

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A paper tuning chart shows exactly what your compound bow is doing wrong. This guide breaks down the 4 tear patterns and the exact fix for each.

Arrow Rests Compared: Drop-Away, Whisker Biscuit, and Blade in 2026

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A practical, hands-on comparison of whisker biscuit, drop-away, and blade arrow rests — strengths, weaknesses, tuning quirks, and the right pick for hunting, 3D, or target archery in 2026.

Single Pin vs Multi-Pin Bow Sight Durability: Failure Points and Long-Term Care

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Single pin vs multi-pin bow sight durability compared — fiber fade, slider gear wear, housing cracks, bubble level drift, and the maintenance schedule that keeps either design hunting for a decade.

Nocking Points and D-Loops: How They Shape Arrow Flight

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Most archers tie a D-loop and crimp a nocking point once, then forget both. But position, length, and material decide whether your bow forgives form errors or punishes every flinch.

Nocking Point and D-Loop Wear: When to Replace Them on Your Compound

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Most compound accuracy mysteries trace back to worn string hardware. Here’s how to diagnose nocking point and d-loop failure before it costs you a tournament.

D-Loop and Nocking Point Setup: A Compound Archer’s String Hardware Guide

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Your D-loop and nocking point are the smallest pieces of hardware on a compound bow — and the most consequential for accuracy. Here’s how to tie them, set them, and tune them right.

The Complete Compound Bow Guide: How to Choose, Tune, and Shoot in 2026

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A complete compound bow guide covering anatomy, draw weight, axle-to-axle length, accessories, and tuning tips to help you pick and shoot the right bow.

Archery Peep Sight: Installation, Alignment & Troubleshooting Guide

If you’ve ever drawn back your compound bow only to find your peep sight completely out of alignment—or worse, you can’t see through it at all—you know exactly how frustrating this small component can be. The archery peep sight is one of the most important yet often misunderstood accessories on a compound bow. Get it […]