Do you need a cable slide for a compound bow?

Installing a cable slide on the cable guard of your compound bow will help prevent the pulley cables from rubbing against each other and the bowstring and extend the life of both the bowstring and the pulley cables. A cable slide will also reduce the noise created by the release of the string when firing.

What does a cable slide do?

The cable slide is a good answer. Each time you draw your bow and release the string the slide moves on the cable guard and the cables run through the slide. Probably one of the most overlooked parts on a bow is the cable slide.

What is a cable guard on a bow?

The cable guard on a compound bow is the fiberglass rod which runs perpendicular from the riser towards the bowstring and works with cable slide to keep the cable(s) out of the arrow’s line of fire.

Are cable slide outs reliable?

They consist of cables and pulleys that pull the slide out and in. Cable slides are very lightweight but can support big, heavy, deep slides, and, according to the above video, are extremely reliable with some of the best service records. They don’t encounter many corrosion issues either and can be floor flush.

How would you make a slide ride go faster friction?

Rub wax paper over the entire plastic slide surface. It sounds too simple, but it actually works. When you rub the wax paper on the surface of your plastic slide, it transfers the food-safe wax making your slide slippery again.

Can you cut old cable lines?

A: Cable and phone wires don’t carry current, so it’s safe to remove them. However, it’s critical not to cut into a power line, as you know. The first step is to be sure you know the difference.

What is the burger hole on a compound bow?

This simply refers to the the threaded hole in the riser (handle), just above the grip, that is typically used for mounting the arrow rest.