Part 2 of a series on independent archery businesses. This week, Julie Bergen of OCD Strings, on the west coast of the USA. I build custom bowstrings, specialising in single string bows (recurve & longbow). Each string is built for…
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I Made This – OCD Strings
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Ask the experts!
Our panel of expects from around the world answer your questions on every aspect of shooting technique, phycology and equipment. Question: How do I know when to change my nocks? Adrian Tippins says: The obvious answer is to change…
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Strings and Strategies
Recurve engineer George Tekmitchov looks at the development of string materials, and how to get the best out of yours The bowstring is one of the three fundamental components of any modern recurve bow. Limbs, riser, and the string are…
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Q: I want to replace my compound string set, but how do I get the cams back in the correct position? A: When I put on a new set of Winners Choice Custom strings I simply use sellotape to find a perfect…
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Autumn Archery
Use your down time wisely, advises John Dudley, so you can hit the ground running Here we are once again, coming into the autumn season. I strongly believe that this season is the best time to make a few changes,…
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