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Title: need a new string
Post by: mrkadazle on May 19, 2014, 08:12:49 AM

i need to get a new string for my hoyt vector 32. Its starting to fray around the metal peep sight :bash:.  Just wondering if i should buy one online then take it to the shop or just go to the shop? Van Winkles is the closest shop to me, i dont really trust cabelas to re string it.
any help would be appreciated

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: scottcrb on May 19, 2014, 08:18:36 AM

if you have the time go to xxx archery in Rainer , OR( just across the bridge from longview) .  Cory is on this site as a sponsor as well and they make there own strings. the shop and guys are great to work with too, plus no tax and its only a couple hours south of you. if you want more local go to riverside archery  in mt. Vernon.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: mrkadazle on May 19, 2014, 08:25:28 AM

ok ill have to check out riverside, this is the first time ive had to get a string replaced so im new to the whole process.  Is it something i just drop the bow off then pick it up a few days later or is it something they do while i wait? Thanks

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: scottcrb on May 19, 2014, 08:27:15 AM

they can do it while you wait im sure . maybe call ahead in case they have a big workload or something. unless you want custom colors or something that may take extra time.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: Johnb317 on May 19, 2014, 08:38:24 AM

The knockpoint is closest to you if you don't want to drive up to Riverside.
They are a Hoyt shop.   

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: mrkadazle on May 19, 2014, 08:46:29 AM

i always forget about nockpoint, ill have to give em a call.  Anyone have strings done at Van Winkles?

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: D-Rock425 on May 19, 2014, 08:57:51 AM

I've had a string or 2 dozen put on at van winkles. :chuckle:.  They will get you a winners choice strike g witch are some of the best strings IMO.  You shouldn't have a problem.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: mrkadazle on May 19, 2014, 09:04:03 AM

thanks d-rock ill have to swing in there tomorrow after work since its on the way home, is that something they do that day or drop the bow off?

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: sakoshooter on May 19, 2014, 10:42:12 AM

I'll second the WC strings.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: D-Rock425 on May 19, 2014, 10:52:54 AM

Quote from: mrkadazle on May 19, 2014, 09:04:03 AM

thanks d-rock ill have to swing in there tomorrow after work since its on the way home, is that something they do that day or drop the bow off?

depends if they have the strings in stock and what there work load is that day.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: Instinct on May 19, 2014, 11:01:27 AM

could always go on the winners choice website choose ur string material colors an serving an have a shop put em on too.

Title: Re: need a new string
Post by: returnofsid on May 20, 2014, 01:09:18 PM

If you're going to buy online, I'd highly recommend Pinnacle Archery Custom Strings.  Luckily, they're local to me so I was able to have him install the strings and help me tune the bow.  He does amazing work!