String suggestions

WSM · Sep 30, 2015

I picked up a Parker Blazer for $100 and it needs new string/cables. I keep getting quoted $100 for the job at all the shops so I'd like to give it a try myself. I don't have to have premium strings but something in the middle of the road. For a little more than $100 I'll be strung and have a bow press to do the job myself when the need arises.

Any input is appreciated!

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schnmbang · Sep 30, 2015

Have you looked at zebra bowstrings? I've used them before they are nice

outrider58 · Sep 30, 2015

There is an IP or 'so-to-speak' here who makes strings and bus cables. They're out on the peninsula somewhere. I just can't remember the name. They might be in the Easton or Cambridge area.
EDIT: Remember to get at least 200 shots on them before zeroing.

WSM · Sep 30, 2015

outrider58 said:
There is an IP or 'so-to-speak' here who makes strings and bus cables. They're out on the peninsula somewhere. I just can't remember the name. They might be in the Easton or Cambridge area.
EDIT: Remember to get at least 200 shots on them before zeroing.

I'm not sure that guy is still in business. Xfire Bow Strings. It took me a while to find him!

outrider58 · Oct 1, 2015

WSM said:
I'm not sure that guy is still in business. Xfire Bow Strings. It took me a while to find him!

Yes, that was him.

steves1911 · Oct 1, 2015

I think he works for 60x bowstrings now if im thinking of the right person. Either way you should check out 60x they do good work. I put a new set on my hoyt a few months ago probably have almost 500 shots on them now and they still look new and havent stretched at all.

Mini14tac · Oct 1, 2015

Being you are in PA, I would use Kenny Bailey of Bailey's Archery. He knows his stuff and will make you a string and cables. Have him tune your bow. Not sure if Truman Smith is still around but he also ran his business out of his house in Glen Rock PA. Truman's son might be running it now. Truman has been around. Was friends with and hunted with Fred Bear and Tom Jennings.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Baileys-archery/288141631327967

http://www.manta.com/c/mm2331b/smiths-archery-shop

WSM · Oct 1, 2015

Thanks for all the suggestions, I'll check them out.

I'm heading to LAS tomorrow since they're about the only place I haven't checked. If they come in under $100 I'll just have it done there. If I give them the string job they'll also tune the bow and let me shoot for free! I love their service.

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Racer Doug14 · Oct 1, 2015

Your string probably cost $60-70,so under $100 would be about right for the install.

Sticky · Oct 2, 2015

WSM said:
Thanks for all the suggestions, I'll check them out.

I'm heading to LAS tomorrow since they're about the only place I haven't checked. If they come in under $100 I'll just have it done there. If I give them the string job they'll also tune the bow and let me shoot for free! I love their service.

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You can't go wrong with LAS.. that was going to be my suggestion if you can't DIY..

WSM · Oct 3, 2015

I ordered a winner's choice string and cables. When I add up a kisser, peep, serving, serving tool, and string loop it's starting to get awfully expensive! That doesn't even include a press so that I can do my own install.

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outrider58 · Oct 3, 2015

WSM said:
I ordered a winner's choice string and cables. When I add up a kisser, peep, serving, serving tool, and string loop it's starting to get awfully expensive! That doesn't even include a press so that I can do my own install.

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Winner's Choice are great strings and cables. My last set are still on my bow now for about 5-6 years and show little wear.

WSM · Oct 10, 2015

So everything installed fine and looked great but we couldn't get it paper tuned. After 3 hours my guy at LAS called Parker and the only thing they could come up with is the possibility of a weak limb. They offered to send limbs or have the bow sent to them. LAS shipped my bow out yesterday for the low low price of free. They didn't charge any labor for the tuning even though the poor guy tried EVERYTHING to get it tuned. Stiffer arrows, cam timing, rest adjustments, nock adjustments-you name it. Hopefully Parker comes up with something!

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outrider58 · Oct 10, 2015

Bummer. Hope they get it fixed for you soon.

Racer Doug14 · Oct 10, 2015

Should've gave him a tip or a six'r

Sticky · Oct 10, 2015

Like I said... LAS will work with you.. they are some of the best in the area. :thumbsup:

WSM · Nov 5, 2015

My bow came in from Parker and it doesn't look like they've done anything to it. There was no documentation stating work was done on it. My initial shots were still tearing low and right much to the dismay of the guy helping me. After trying even more tweaks he finally threw the whisker biscuit all the way to the right and amazingly the tears were dead on. The whisker biscuit belonged to the shop and he put it on there just to rule out any issues with the rest. He let me keep it because he was afraid of moving it. So everything worked out ok and I got free whisker biscuit! I also bought 3 arrows of the same type we had been using to paper tune the bow. I guess the spine on my arrows was a bit soft for this bow.

bigbuck150 · Apr 17, 2016

I got my PSE stinger 3g bow string from 60x and it has been way better then the factory one.

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