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After building thousands of strings I know there is variation in the material. But how much and what do archers need to know?

Can archers really tell the difference between string materials ? That's what Diane Cochran set out to determine when she contacted me...

Your string should have twists in it. But when adding or removing twists, there is a lot of confusion about twist direction terminology.

OCD Strings was honored to be featured on the Archery Parent Podcast , released on February 24, 2025! A huge thank you to Manisha for the...

What were the most popular nocks used in 2024? Based on our customer orders, here are the findings.

No matter the reason, here's how you can customize the measurement of your center serving for your next string.

We all know how important safety is in archery. Here's a brief review: A bow is not a toy and should be treated with respect. Make sure...

It can be intimidating ordering your first custom bow string. There are a lot of details you may be asked about that you had never...

I originally posted an article comparing string materials 2 years ago. Here's an updated look at how these materials stack up against...

This should be an easy question to answer. It is not and here's why: Mass-manufactured strings are labelled by the bow length, not the...

Update: Also check out the Nock identification guide . It's sometimes hard to tell which nocks you are using if you are not familiar with...

Let's keep it legal!

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...

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...

Bow International  is a premier magazine dedicated to the art, sport, and science of archery. It provides archers of all levels with...

It can be daunting to venture out to your first target archery competition. Everyone else seems to already know what to do and without a...

If you have been able to really get to know how your bow performs best and fine tune your brace height, you might want to get more...

The Kifarucast Podcast , hosted by Aron Snyder and produced by Kifaru International, explores topics related to hunting, archery, and the...

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...

Taking care of your string will extend its life and provide endless hours of happy shooting. Here's are a few things to keep in mind:...