Author Topic: QUIET PLEASE! (Read 580 times)

New Hampshire · « **on:** May 27, 2004, 03:35:01 PM »

Ok, so I read with interest posts about how arrow speed is over rated, that jumping the string can happen any time (reasonable considering the speed of sound is much faster than the fastest bow shoots.) So this leads me to believe that the quieter your bow the less chance of something bad happening when you release the string. So, what are the best, and not so best, ways of reducing noise? I know about Limbsavers. Are those a good start? Also, what string silencers work best? I see this spider looking one that even says it adds a few fps to your arrow speed. There are also mini Limbsavers for things like your quiver and pin sight. There are even balance weights that do dual service of noise and vibration dampening. So whats a good use of money and whats a waste. Im going to be shooting an older Pearson (Bushmaster I think it is,) bow and Im sure it could benifit from reductions in noise and vibration.
Thanks,
Brian M.
P.S. Also, if anyone can give me some info on the Pearson Bushmaster Id appreciate it. Right now, according to the label from the factory, its set at a 30" draw and a 75lb pull. Ill try and get some pix to show you folks. Is this bow, despite it looking kinda dull compared to more modern bows, still a quality hunting weapon? It looks like it was almost never shot, so condition is excellent.

Thomas Krupinski · « **Reply #1 on:** May 27, 2004, 04:06:30 PM »

I would think the newer stuff just raised the bar of expectations, but that Pearson you describe would probably do the job. I guess you could consider it taking a step back in history/technology just for the fun of it.

On my Martin Cougar Magnums I have the LimbSavers stick on's as well as a set that pushes through the slot on the riser. Also use those rubber spiders tied on the string that look like the tail of a spinner bait. They do make a difference that could be detected when they were taken off. There are also stabilizers that will absorb vitration and there are difference in these.

Bottom line is there are a whole bunch of good products out there and you just have to see what works best on your rig. Maybe you can find a proshop or fellow bowhunters in your area that would let you try the stuff before you buy it.

Good luck in your quest for quiet.

longwinters · « **Reply #2 on:** May 27, 2004, 04:53:43 PM »

The Sims stuff is excellent. Stabilizers (not all of them though) will reduce vibration ie...noise level. The best string silencers are also made by Sims although a pair will only last maybe a couple hundred shots before a fastflight string (or equivelant) will cut them in half. Also, like Thomas said the Sims stick on limb silencers would work very well for your bow. Add an arrow in the 540 gn range and your bow will not get any quieter.

long

wvbowman04 · « **Reply #3 on:** May 28, 2004, 11:54:58 AM »

I have a Hoyt Razortek and have the Limbsavers on the on the limbs, a doinker (sp?), and the Sims String leaches. They do break as said above but it says right on the package for performance not longevity. As soon as they break the sound and vibration of the bow goes up considerably. I shot one day with my dad and had everythign on there and he said you could hear my release click over the noise of the shot. Hope this helps.

New Hampshire · « **Reply #4 on:** May 28, 2004, 03:07:00 PM »

Cool, thanks folks. I just ordered my Wisker buiscuit rest today. I splurged and got the semi-delux model because it was on sale for 10 buck less. This model does not have the easy load feature of the next up model (you know, the slot cut in the top-side so you can drop arrows in instead of loading them from the front.) But this model is fully adjustable for center shot and is etched with lines. I ordered the aluminum version. I think Im gonna shoot aluminum and pick up an arrow straightener. Once I get it tuned then Im gonna start by painting it, adding the limb savers, get some new string silencers (I just got the rubber "spiner bait skirt" ones on right now.) Then we will see how quiet we can get her.
Thanks,
Brian M.

Thomas Krupinski · « **Reply #5 on:** May 28, 2004, 03:18:29 PM »

Brian,

When that old style biscuit arrives take a pair of dikes and make one cut in the metal diameter about 3/4" or so from the seam. You will then have a segment that will lift out and have the functionality of the new easy loading style. You might want to dress up your cut with a small file or stone or just put a little hot glue on the ends to make a non sharp edge.

I got all my biscuits before they came out with the new style and I modified all mine. Works great. Also read the information that comes with it and the information on the Carolina Archery Products website where it tell and shows how to tune the biscuit.

New Hampshire · « **Reply #6 on:** May 29, 2004, 02:05:54 AM »

Thomas, for what its worth they now sell upgrade buiscuits to the one with the cut out in it. I believe they even come with felt on the edges to eliminate any noise. But thanks for the info, I did not know CAPs website had the tuning tips.
Brian M.

Thomas Krupinski · « **Reply #7 on:** May 29, 2004, 03:47:41 AM »

Brian, my son and some of my hunting buddies use those new biscuits and we can't really tell any difference with the ones that are cut. You can place some cloth tape on the rim to accomplish the same thing. I am just cheap and try to modify stuff to save a buck when I can.

Found a bunch of the old style biscuits on closeout at the local Walmart a while back at the end of season sale. Got them for pennies and bought the remaining ones so I am fixed for the rest of my lifetime.

cam69conv · « **Reply #8 on:** July 27, 2004, 07:01:42 AM »

Hey Bud..When ya put those spiders on here is a little trick...Seperate your string and tie them in..They work ALOT better that way...Simple reason is they are now helping to silence string vibration from the core of the string...You will be happily surprised at the result...Another thing too...Take that wisker you just bought and throw it in the trash....You have an older bow so you will want to MAXIMIZE its potential...The wisker (unlike popular beliefs) slows your arrow speeds by anywhere from 3 to 5 fps...It also plays havoc on your fletchings...I know they are a little pricey but try one of the new fall away rests such as Muzzy's Zero Effect (with the little keeper attachment add 10 bucks) you will find it will greatly enhance your shooting experiance...I have one and I have been in archery for over 35 years now and I will Never look back to any of the other rests....Good luck with your bow and may the biggun be within 20 for ya