How to Maintain a Hoyt Bow

Owning a bow entails employing a periodic maintenance schedule to ensure that your bow operates at an optimal performance level. Hoyt manufactures a wide range of bows and archery equipment, and if you own a Hoyt bow, you should familiarize yourself with the appropriate maintenance requirements. This requires more than just cleaning the bow and wiping off dirt. Keeping your bow maintained will ensure that you can hunt or practice your archery skills for years to come.

Things You'll Need

  • Bowstring wax
  • Rags
  • Bow cleaner (optional)
  • Bow lubrication
  • Bow storage case
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Instructions

    • 1

      Clean the bow and your sight free of any debris, dirt or sand after every use. Wipe down the bow surface, including the grip, arrow rest, sights and limbs with a moist rag. Thoroughly dry it off immediately with a dry cloth. You can apply a cleaner if you wish, but this isn't absolutely necessary. Pay particular attention to the cam wheels. These should be free of any debris, so they can rotate freely.

    • 2

      Apply a light coat of bowstring wax to the strings. This should be done at least once every two weeks during hunting season or whenever you're using the bow frequently.

    • 3

      Lubricate the axles in the cam wheels with a small amount of appropriate lube. According to the Precision Compound Bows website, this should be done every 1,500 to 2,000 shots. If you've been using the bow in humid or excessively dirty conditions, lubrication should be applied every day after cleaning. Teflon- and silicon-based lubrication solutions are best to use.

    • 4

      Store the bow in a case when its not in use. Do not hang the bow on anything or wedge it between any objects. This can ruin the limbs.

    • 5

      Take your bow to an experienced bow service specialist every two years to have new strings put on the bow. If you notice any wear on the strings, have the bow restrung immediately. Only a certified bow repair specialist should operate a bow press, which is required for restringing the bow.