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The Best Recurve Bows for Beginners

Posted by Brad Patsy on Jun 10th 2026

Key Takeaways The best traditional bow for beginners depends on whether you plan to use it for recreational/target shooting, traditional bowhunting, or both. Target recurves are longer, have lower dr … read more

How to Measure Bow String Length for Recurve: Chart at 60X

Posted by Brad Patsy on Apr 28th 2026

Need to know how to measure bow string length for recurve bows? Read on! Bow Length vs. Bow String Length When placing a recurve bow string order with 60X Custom Strings, you’ll be asked to ente … read more

The 7 Best Types of Archery Targets

Posted by Brad Patsy on Apr 26th 2026

Targets are an essential part of archery. There are many types of shooting and, likewise, there are many types of archery targets. There are targets used just for practice and some that can be used fo … read more

How to Properly Wax Our Bow Strings

Posted by Brad Patsy on Apr 22nd 2026

Key Takeaways Waxing your bow string extends its lifespan and keeps it performing properly. Your bow string should always feel slightly tacky. Wax your bow string whenever it’s fuzzy, dry, or b … read more

Measuring String: How to Properly Measure a Bow String

Posted by Brad Patsy on Apr 18th 2026

As a professional bowstring builder, I’ve seen that one of the most misunderstood things in archery is how to measure a bow string for a longbow or recurve. This article explains what the … read more

Why Wax a Bow String? & How Often?

Posted by Brad Patsy on Mar 11th 2026

Key Takeaways Waxing your bow string prevents damage from water, UV radiation, dirt, and debris. Waxing lubricates the string to prevent friction and improve overall performance. Frequent shooters sh … read more

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