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The string and cable lengths are normally listed on the limb of your bow. If this sticker is missing or illegible, you can go to Hoyt.com and research the existing tune charts for the correct specifications. Please visit the <a href="http://www.hoyt.com/customer_service/hoyt_tune_charts.php" target="_blank">Compound Bow Tune Charts</a> page.</p>
» The maximum recommended amount of limb bolt turns is 8. The amount of weight that you will lose depends on the bow. Each bow model is different and one revolution on a 70 lbs. bow can equate to as much as 3 lbs. of weight reduction while one full turn on a 60 lbs. bow may equate to a 2.5 lbs. reduction in draw weight.
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Owner’s manuals from 2002-present are available on our <a href="http://www.hoyt.com/customer_service/hoyt_bow_manuals.php">Manuals</a> page.</p>
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The Easton Shaft Selector is a great tool and can be found at:<a href="http://www.eastonarchery.com/download/software"> http://www.eastonarchery.com/download/software</a></p>
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The Hoyt Owner's Manual is full of helpful tips on basic tuning and maintenance! The manuals (by product year) can be found at http://www.hoyt.com/customer_service/hoyt_bow_manuals.php . In addition to the owner's manual, many helpful tuning tips can be found in the Easton Arrow Guide. You can download the guide at: <a href="http://www.eastonarchery.com/download/software">http://www.eastonarchery.com/download/software</a></p>
» <strong>How does Hoyt decide who is on the Hunting Pro Staff? </strong><br />
Hoyt has some of the most decorated names in the hunting industry on its Hunting Pro Staff. These professional hunters are among the most hardcore, avid bowhunters you’ll find anywhere. Many of them hunt for a living or have their own TV shows. They travel the world in search of trophy-class and hard-to-find game. Many record book-class trophies fall each year to the stealth of the Hoyt Bowhunting Pro Staff. Here are some of the requirements to earn a spot on Hoyt’s Bowhunting Pro Staff (In no particular order):<br />
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· Be a diehard Hoyt fan. <br />
· Be an ethical and responsible hunter. <br />
· Be a regularly published writer in the major bowhunting publications. <br />
· Have your own television program that is aired on the Outdoor Channel (or be actively involved in one). <br />
· Regularly produce quality bowhunting videos and DVD’s. <br />
· Hunt a lot! · Be actively involved in promoting the sport of bowhunting.<strong> <br />
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How does Hoyt decide who is on the Pro Shooting Staff? <br />
</strong>Hoyt has a factory direct professional shooting staff. This staff is compiled of the finest archers from across the globe. Many of whom have won or hold many world records, national records, world championship and national championship titles. These shooters are the cream of the crop and the best of the best. Here are some of the requirements that they have accomplished to get them on the Hoyt Pro Staff. (In no particular order): <br />
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· They actively compete in the highest level of competition or the professional divisions at one of the following tournament circuits: NFAA, NAA, IBO, ASA and FITA. <br />
· They commit each year to at least one pro tour circuit in the NFAA, NAA, IBO, ASA and/or FITA tournaments. <br />
· They consistently medal at the above mentioned tournaments. <br />
· They are very helpful to newcomers to the sport and are actively involved in promoting the sport of archery. <br />
· They are professional and sportsmanlike in all archery related functions. <br />
· They are likely on a national archery team. <br />
· They have a diehard passion for Hoyt and are loyal to the Hoyt brand. <br />
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If you feel that you meet the requirements to join our staff, please submit a resume to [email protected]! How does Hoyt decide who is on the National Shooting Staff? The National Shooting Staff is administered and managed by participating, authorized Hoyt dealers. For more information please contact your local authorized Hoyt dealer.</p>
» The following section of Hoyt.com will show you the possible serial number locations on your Hoyt bow: <a href="http://www.hoyt.com/customer_service/find_your_hoyt_serial_number.php" target="_blank">Hoyt Serial Number Information</a><a href="http://www.hoyt.com/customer_service/find_your_hoyt_serial_number.php" target="_blank"><br />
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» Download the PDF Tech Bulletin here.
»DOWNLOADS: 2012-Hoyt-FORMULA-Series-Technical-Bulletin.pdf 2012-Brady-Ad.pdf
» By managing stress in the pocket interface and allowing the limb to flex differently in the pocket than previous designs, the Formula Series' Paralever mount helps create incredible smoothness and high performance combinations never before practical. For a good example, have a look at the attached force-draw chart comparing a 25" Formula riser equipped with medium F4 42# limbs, with a 27" Formula equipped with short 44# F4 limbs. Both are incredibly smooth well past where previous 68" bow designs would start to stack, and the 27/S combination is 4 FPS faster with lower peak weight.
»DOWNLOADS: FRX25-27.pdf
» It is a simple matter to return your Hoyt recurve Hardlock dowel to the factory zero position. The installation of two alignment washers on the solid end of the dowel (the opposite end of the dowel from the screw and cap), and insertion of the dowel from the sight window side (top and bottom are not interchangeable) sets the dowel back to zero.
Place unused washers under the cap, replace the locking screw, tighten the system down, and you a have a factory-fresh setting- which is all you need in 99.9 percent of setups with Hoyt limbs.
Full details can be found in a PDF download in the recurve section of this FAQ under the topic "how do I align my recurve riser".
» Correct tiller on a recurve bow helps optimize the recovery behavior of both limbs, resulting in less vibration after the shot.
Finding the correct tiller is partly a function of string finger pressure and grip hand pressure.
Good results can be obtained with a surprisingly wide range of tiller settings depending on individual archer form variations. However, most archers can start with a 0 tiller to 1/4" positive setting.
There is no set rule for tiller due to the above mentioned archer variations- even a negative tiller may be desirable in some situations. Don't be afraid to experiment with various tiller settings- but remember, moving tiller will normally cause the nocking point to move as well. This means you will need to readjust the nocking point after a tiller change.
» For detailed instructions on how to properly adjust recurve riser alignment, download the PDF titled "riser adjustment procedure".
»DOWNLOADS: 1riseradjustmentprocedure.pdf
» For detailed instructions on proper recurve riser alignment adjustment, download the "riser adjustment procedure" PDF.
»DOWNLOADS: riseradjustmentprocedure.pdf
» All Hoyt recurves are engineered to work with the latest high-performance string materials. We have extensively tested and have had good results with the following:
Angel Majesty
Brownell D75 Dyneema
Brownell D75 Thin
Brownell TS1
BCY Dynaflight 97
BCY 8125G
Any of these current materials can be used to build an excellent recurve bowstring.
Please consult manufacturer websites for additional information on these string materials.
» Visit a Hoyt authorized dealer. To find the closest dealer to you, simply click on "Where To Buy" link at the top of each page, and select your country/region. All authorized Hoyt dealers within 100 miles of you will be shown.
» Hoyt recommends applying a light coat of bowstring wax to your bow's strings and cables on a regular basis. Hoyt suggests once every two weeks during peak use. Use a high quality bowstring wax available at your local Hoyt Pro Shop.
» Hoyt recommends that a modern synthetic (Dyneema, Fast Flight, etc.) string for a high-performance bow have not less than 15-20 twists with a suggested maximum of 1 twist per inch of string length. This promotes a rounder, more consistent string.
» To find out which arrow is the best to shoot with your setup, visit www.eastonarchery.com and click on the Shaft Selector Guide. This will walk you through a simple step by step process in order to find the shaft that's best for you.
Bows should not be shot with arrows weighing less than 5 grains per pound.
» Visit either the dealer where the bow was purchased from or any other authorized Hoyt dealer. To find the dealer nearest you, simply click on the "Where To Buy" link at the top of each page, and select your country/region. All authorized Hoyt dealers within 100 miles of you will be displayed. All bows sent to the Hoyt factory must be handled through an authorized Hoyt dealer.
» A method of measurement has been established to provide an industry standard of draw length and eliminate the variances in the original method caused by different thicknesses of bow risers. The ATA Standard Draw Length is arrived at by measuring the "Draw Length to Pivot Point" which is the distance from the string's nock point to a vertical line through the pivot point of the grip, and adding 1 and 3/4 inches. The 1 and 3/4 inches represents the average distance from the far side of the bow to the bow grips pivot point. Manufactures use this ATA Standard Draw Length when they designate the draw length of a bow.
» The original, patented Hoyt Dovetail system functions by self-centering the limb on the engagement surfaces of the limb itself. This means that the system will appear to be loose until the bow is strung.
Once the bow is strung, the self-centering aspect of the system takes over.
Every time the bow is shot, the limbs are forced to the precise center alignment dictated by the geometric position of the alignment dowels.
This makes shimming limbs for pocket fit unnecessary.
Note that other bow companies making an imitation Hoyt dovetail may not hold the neccessary tolerances required for optimal system function.
» Brace height is the distance between the pivot point of the grip and the string at rest.
» Weight adjustments can easily be made by turning the weight adjustment bolt clockwise to increase weight or counter clockwise to decrease weight. You should always turn the top and bottom adjustment bolts in equal amounts. Be sure to unstring recurve bows before making adjustments.