Need new string and cable. Any suggestions.

[Powerstroke]

I just started bowhunting archery this past year. I bought a used bow and was told it will get me through this year just fine but it needs a new string and hence a new cable too. Both are in rough shape and because of the lack of adjustment left in it my cams are slightly out of tune.

ANYWAY.....do I have to get one from the company who made the bow or are there different kinds of strings? Some better than others, etc.

I'm gonna try and get into a winter league to practice this year round and I heard the string has to get "broken in" so I want to make sure and get one soon.

Thanks

[Deitz Dittrich]

Power- No you do not need to buy strings made by the company of the bow. There are a ton of string makers out there and they usually are much more quality than those of the stock strings. Winners Choice makes a great string, and often times need very little if no break in time! There are a lot of quality ones out there, do some searching on the net and talk to your local pro shop!.. they will take care of you!

[Powerstroke]

Thanks Dietz

[ghotierman]

As Dietz mentioned, Winners Choice is a good option...but there is also Vapor Trail...very good strings, and made right here in Minnesota! (Ham Lake, i thinks)...Vapor Trail strings are featured on the Pearson/McPherson line of bows, and they've picked up as stock strings on a few other lines..

good luck...