String loops

[sincyrman]

I'm experimenting with using a string loop on my Mathews bow, the idea being that it will give my release something to clip onto that will not cause wear on my bow string/serving.

Has anyone out there had any experience with using them. I'm looking for both pros and cons. Thanks in advance

[edge]

I use one and like it.
Make sure your release clips on easily, and if you use an overdraw, make sure that the loop can't get caught on your rest. When you shoot the string goes a long way past center and a long overdraw may catch the loop.
Also remember that the loop does not return to the same spot each time since most strings twist a bit after the shot. This may not matter at the range, but in the heat of battle yo want to know where the loop is.....especially at dawn and dusk

edge.

[wilmsmeyer]

I just switched to a loop. It MAY reduce your draw length a little which, in turn, will change everything from arrow length, speed, sighting etc.

It WILL help protect the servings on your string. If you shoot 100's of arrows each fall, you'll notice. A caliper style release will be preferable to other release designs IMO.

I also switched a bunch of other things this year such as shorter vanes, different arrows, different broadheads.

Switching so many things at once can not pinpoint a big improvement attributed to one thing....a string loop. However I shot as good as I've ever shot this year and I liked the loop.

[smokeeter]

the loop is also an advantage when you let down, your arrow won't fall off the the string like it does without the loop.
too many advantages to not use one.

[killahog]

I use a string loop and I have never had any problems with them. If you are using a mathews I suggest you go to www.mathewsarchery.com and check out there website. It is sort of like this on where you have forums and such. There is always someone willing to help out. There are pictures and Instructions on how to tie the loop and retune your bow after doing so.