Braided fishing Line Is The Best Bow String Material

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3 жыл бұрын

I never buy bow strings! Never! I make my own " very cheap" with braided fishing line. (About $5 a string.) They are strong, never had one break even after thousands of shots whereas the fast flight strings that came with my bows started looking worn after only a few months. I try to shoot about 100 arrows a day, sometimes up to 200 a day ... on average that's about 5,000 shots a month.
I use 90lb or 100lb test for my continuous loop string body of 12-14 strands. (That's 1,200 - 1,400lb strength for my 45lb Recurve Bow which only requires 180 - 225lbs of string strength.) I also just started to tie in a couple extra strands for reinforcement at both end loops. I also use 50lb test for my windings.
And just to be on the safe side, I will discard a string after 6 months no matter how good it looks for as cheap as I can make them.
I'm also not telling anyone that they should do this, I'm just saying this is what I do.

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@sethsturges9730 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful choice in backround music

@joedaniels4646 3 ай бұрын

Thanks & God bless!

@rwgoodship3653 3 жыл бұрын

It sort of resembles a Flemish twist string. No rule against doing what you’re doing and I’m of the school, if it works use it. Cool idea regarding the serving line.👍. Most bows come with a crappy Dacron string so if they can use what I consider crap string and yours seem to work great then maybe you’re starting something new. Spot on.👍😎🏹🇨🇦

@kevinb314 10 ай бұрын

For most people it’s worth just spending $30-45 for a well made string that will last over 10 years Vs making a jig, experimenting with lengths, how many strands, etc. then not fully trusting it That said, i just started making my first string lol. For fun and the feeling you’re shooting with something you made

@prairiemountainmanadventur7424 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea. There was a bowyer that tested braided line vs dacron qnd fast flight and braided fishing did really well

@DaSmokeNuke 10 ай бұрын

Holy fuck! I knew I was into something! Just thought of it and you showed me how. I love you brother

@ScottWinters 3 жыл бұрын

Nice build my friend. Now I gotta try a nylon string build. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day!

@joedaniels4646 3 жыл бұрын

God bless you, and I hope your strings turn out great! Thanks again for your videos ... check out my buddy HANDY & his videos ... he is a great traditional archer ... I break hiss balls, but I will never be as good as him ... he is on your level with knowledge & ability!

@aaronburkhart9837 2 жыл бұрын

Making a string and cable set for my compound. Using Power pro 65 lb spectra braid, 24 strand. Serving is hand twisted nylon thread. Great video.

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that's cool bro! I would think making a string for a compound bow would be very difficult! I don't own one, but would be interested in seeing your string when done with it!

@markopesic357 13 күн бұрын

The same princip , just a double or triple work , because of one main strig and two serwing strings ...

@dragonhuntarchery7506 2 жыл бұрын

I agree if you can make it why buy it. bless you brother and let the arrows fly.

@HandyL 3 жыл бұрын

I buy my spools of BCY B55 off ebay, just checked, they run about $15. They come in a large variety of colors. I have bought three spools total, have made about six or seven strings and maybe used up about 10% on average of each spool. They are well worth it and you already know how to make strings which is huge! Seems like not many archers can make strings and if they do not many can make them well which is why they are so pricey.

@joedaniels4646 3 жыл бұрын

I need to look into that ... thanks!

@HandyL 2 жыл бұрын

@@joedaniels4646 You've got a buttload of views on this video! That is awesome!

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

@@HandyL yea, I think braided fishing line is catching on big time in archery ... I forget his name, but one guy who has a an archery Youtub channel named Kramer Ammons just very recently compared different materials to build bow strings, and he said Braided fishing won hands down as the best string material ... As you know, that's all I use. I get it really dirt cheap off of Wish, and it's all I use .. I'm not the best string maker, but they have turned out great and I love using it & making my own strings. God bless you Handy ... I have a surgery Wednesday and it may be my last. (I sure hope so) I'm down to only weighing 228 lbs ... Going to take a long time to build myself back up to look like a normal person!

@HandyL 2 жыл бұрын

I saw that video by Kramer Ammons, I totally thought he had to get the idea from you. Who else is crazy enough to make a string out of fishing line 🤣. I’m praying 🙏🏽 for you Big Bro and sending positive good vibrations 👍🏾 Also happy holidays Joe! ☃️❄️🎊😁

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

@@HandyL LoL not sure if he got it from me or not. ( Probably not.) But my craziness to make em out of braided fishing line sure seems to be catch on ... Hey kinda miss our craziness when we went back and forth with some funny videos! Anyway, Merry Christmas to you and your family, and a great New Year's for you guys as well! 🧑‍🎄❤️

@johanhelberglongbowsknifes1185 3 ай бұрын

Hi brother i am from South Africa i also made a 16 strand endless loop string for my Take down longbow home made bow and my strings are older than 8 years i used dyneema braided fishing line. The braided line got 8 strands very strong. i cant remember what strength it is and poundage. Can you maybe tell me how thick is fast flight and Dacron bow strings? The string company's like to talk bs and saying fishing line wont work they are lying they only want to make money.

@joedaniels4646 3 ай бұрын

You are right, they are liars ... D97 is actually made out of Dyneema! I love the fact that people who tell me braided fishing line won't work, are unknowingly using it themselves! 😆😝🤪 I typically use 90 or 100lb test and have made my strings as low as 10 strands and years later they look and shoot fine but most of the strings I make are 12 strands! God bless ya!

@johanhelberglongbowsknifes1185 3 ай бұрын

@@joedaniels4646Thank you brother God bless you too.

@HandyL 2 жыл бұрын

I made a comment on Kramer Ammons video on fishing line today. I just typed 'Joe Daniels!' and left it at that LOL!!! I am getting so sick of all the KZfaq archers stealing ideas and giving absolutely no credit, WTF! Sorry, I just woke up crabby today Haha!

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud, your a true friend! Also great job shooting those arrows in line on the video you posted. Something I will not be good enough to do just yet, but hopefully this summer!

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

LoL, he must have taken it down ... 😆💪🏹

@HandyL 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 too funny if he did 😂

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

@@HandyL He did! 😆🙃😎

@HandyL 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣

@grejen711 10 ай бұрын

Making bowstrings is probably worth it if you are enjoying the activity and you have the time. Here's the question: Would you spend your time making bowstrings and selling them for $50? No? That's why they cost $50.

@breakfastbuddy5 2 жыл бұрын

what is the strech on this string ? i will make a string for my PSE stinger X 50 pound , and use 10 strands as you use

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

There is almost ZERO stretch with braided fishing line ... With 90 or 100 lb test you have 450 - 500lbs of strength around the string grooves & 900 - 1,000 lbs with ten strands for overall tensile strength. The only thing that stretches is my knot where I tie the ends together. It has to settle for a day or two, just need to put a couple more twists in it ... Good luck and let me know how you make out with it.

@raphlvlogs271 10 ай бұрын

what about the thin transparent type of fishing line do they make good bow strings?

@joedaniels4646 10 ай бұрын

No, all fishing line except Braided Fishing Line will stretch too much and is more prone to eventually snapping.

@sigmanarchery54 3 жыл бұрын

Cool is that safe for your tips???

@joedaniels4646 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are ... if your tips are good for fastflight strings your okay ... I wouldn't recommend it for bows that are made only of wood & no fiberglass lamination. Only use on reinforced tips!

@brians9709 Жыл бұрын

I'm curious if you use a compound bow, or recurve? A recurve has less force, so I'm interested if this would work on a compound.

@joedaniels4646 Жыл бұрын

No, I only use recurve and long bows brother. So I can't speak for compound bows. Also I don't have a bow over 50lbs due to my shoulders being real bad.

@brians9709 Жыл бұрын

Okay, I'm thinking of trying this when I get ready to make new strings for my 45lb compound, it might be a cheaper alternative.

@joedaniels4646 Жыл бұрын

@@brians9709 it's definitely cheaper than buying strings ... It literally costs me just a few dollars when I get my braided fishing line from Wish. Make sure you use only braided fishing line.

@1WildDragon 2 жыл бұрын

that wax jar from the dollar store has alcohol in it. it was designed for hair weaves. i would at least use 100% bees wax

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

It's actually about $5-$6 I get at Acme ... I'll have to check & see if it does actually have alcohol in it. I can't seem to find 100% Bees wax anywhere. But thank you for the heads up!

@lawrencefranck9417 10 ай бұрын

Dental floss works well too and it’s waxed.

@joedaniels4646 10 ай бұрын

I have heard that. I guess the only drawback is how thin it is ... you would need to use a lot of it!

@armandoolivares1833 Жыл бұрын

If u braid it then wrap in with dental floss it make it un breakable it can. Hold a transmission up in the air.

@chesterclark5099 2 жыл бұрын

For the price of a bow I would just order a nice string dude. They last a while. Or get a spool of b55 if your worried about bang for the buck and learn to Flemish twist.

@joedaniels4646 2 жыл бұрын

I have shot my strings over several months every single day, and non of strings have broke while I have strings that came with my bows that after only 2 months although they didn't break, they started looking like crap to where I threw them away. You might want to see Kramer Ammons test where he compared Braided fishing line strings and it beat two of the more popular strings out there, one of which I believe is the string material you mentioned. Oh and I get my sting from Wish dirt cheap ... I can make a string for under $5 with 90-100 lbs test using only 12-14 strands which makes it fire the arrows fast as hell. But hey brother, I'm only sharing what I like for those who might want to try it ... I certainly don't think my way is what everyone needs to do. I very much respect your opinion, and hey you may be right. Maybe I'll try a spool of that material you suggested, but I honestly probably won't ever buy a string. Anyway God bless you and your family and thanks for watching and providing your feedback I do appreciate it!

@iamrussian5023 Жыл бұрын

Murica

@joedaniels4646 Жыл бұрын

Just a little update ... I have been doing archery for a little over 2 years now. I make all my own strings and even several mollegabet bows, and a Penobscot bow. To date I have not had one string I have made from braided fishing line at 90 to 100lbs test ever break or look like I need to discard one yet. Except when it's really bad weather out or my shoulders are acting up, I take a minimum of 50 shots a day and as much as 300 shots a day on weekends and when I'm off for the summer months. And so far all those naysayers that have said braided fishing line will fail have been wrong! As a matter of fact I have found out that Spectra and Dyneema . D-97 is actually made from the same braided fishing line material and is three times as expensive as Braided fishing line. Funny how after I posted my video Kramer Ammons put out a video where he tested regular bow strings, paracord, and braided fishing line and Braided Fishing line was the overall winner as the best bow string material & no one told him that the string made from braided fishing line would bow up on him! LOL!!!! Again, I'm not telling you to make your strings out of braided fishing line, I'm just saying that that's what I do, and I will never buy a bow string from any manufacturer! This video as all of my videos are for fun and or educational purposes only! God bless you all!

@taptox Жыл бұрын

I recently searching for these informations! And you just updated. thanks for your information and keep updating. I'm gonna try it right now without a doubt!

@CrisAnderson27 Жыл бұрын

I just watched Kramer's video. What he said was that the fishing line was surprisingly nice, slightly slower, slightly softer shooting, and roughly the same price per foot as the D-97 (the $10 spool of fishing line has less material on it than the $30 spool of D-97). He didn't say it was the overall best, he said it tied with the D-97 (which is still a good thing, just don't want it misrepresented as 'the best').

@joedaniels4646 Жыл бұрын

@@taptoxSo I was wondering how you made out making your own string?

@taptox Жыл бұрын

@@joedaniels4646 Yeah, I made one myself but considering it was my first attempt, I eventually built it with the cheap bowstring from Aliexpress. After a succesful making, now I'm pretty sure I'm gonna try with fishing line. Thanks!