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Materials
The string material you are using can make a world of difference in your archery success and the safety of your equipment.


The Data Behind How String Color Can Impact Performance and Precision
After building thousands of strings I know there is variation in the material. But how much and what do archers need to know?

Julie Bergen
Apr 18, 20256 min read


The Great American Shoot-off: String Material Week
Can archers really tell the difference between string materials? That's what Diane Cochran set out to determine when she contacted me proposing this testing late in 2024.

Julie Bergen
Apr 10, 20255 min read


String materials :: New for 2023!
An updated look at how these materials stack up against each other based on what is available to archers today. | OCD Strings

Julie Bergen
Sep 30, 20233 min read


Barebow strings
The best way to determine where yours should be is by taking a photo of yourself at anchor at both your highest and lowest crawl positions. Let's keep it legal!

Julie Bergen
Apr 11, 20232 min read


Does string color matter?
Most archers select their string colors based on the color of their bow. And there's nothing wrong with that. But there are a few things to consider when choosing your next string color.

Julie Bergen
Apr 2, 20231 min read


Bow string autopsy
I've gotten a few requests to make strings to a particular weight. I'd love to accommodate such a request, but that's easier said than done.

Julie Bergen
Jul 3, 20222 min read


What is the difference between string materials?
8125, 652, 97, 99, 450, 8190, 777 ... bingo??? It sounds like the number edition of alphabet soup. What does all this mean and how do I choose the best string material for my needs?

Julie Bergen
Aug 18, 20213 min read
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