Bowmaster Bow Press: How to Use a Portable Bow Press

[@Im.hurtnLinda]

I've had this press for years and love it. But I've gotta pickup those split limb adapters

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Awesome @bowhuntr0 0!! Yeah, the split limb adapters sure are nice. Worth picking up for sure!

[@62lewie]

I've got this same press and I've done all my bow work for years with it, including a full limb change... you have to pay attention and of course it's not as fast as using a regular press, but it'll do the job... and much cheaper!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@62lewie absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@nonya5475]

That is about a perfect how-to video. Just what I was looking for. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!

[@johnchurchill6778]

Just straight to the point.... Sincerely, thank you very much for your time!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@davidrozanek9429]

Thanks for the video, it helped me to decide which bow press to buy. I'm getting one of those. I almost bought the wrong bow press.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Glad it was helpful for you and thanks for watching!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

There's a link in the description to that press as well if that's helpful...

[@davidrozanek9429]

@@BackwoodsPursuit Thanks Man

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@davidrozanek9429 absolutely!

[@gollygeewillickersbatman1824]

Ultra-helpful video, thank you for making it!! I really like your homemade wooden bow holder idea too!! Awesome sauce!!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!

[@gollygeewillickersbatman1824]

@@BackwoodsPursuit My pleasure, thank you!!

[@steveburke3]

Maybe you said this at some point and I missed it, but I would suggest removing your string stop bar (usually a small screw or 2) because the cable is putting a good amount of lateral pressure on it when you press your bow. It only take a minute to remove it and reinstall it, better safe than sorry.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks for the tip! I'll make sure to do that next time. Always learning something! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@johnscott841]

I always put a little bit of cardboard between the L Brackets and the cables, just stops any rubbing or damage when the bow is being pressed initially.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Excellent! That's a great idea!

[@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL13]

I had no clue these existed. Super cool.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Definitely handy little tools! Thanks for watching!

[@clarkansas6590]

Great information. First time I’ve ever seen a portable press used. I’ve always taken my bow to a shop but the more I hunt the backcountry, the more I see a need for a portable press and a few extra parts back at the truck.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! It's a great tool to have back at the truck in the event you need to fix something in the field. Might just save a hunt for you!

[@daultonhuskey2804]

Ha Ha! was looking for a press to press the exact same bow out in the field :) Thanks !

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Excellent! That's awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@foreverdrift]

Would you do a video on how you built your homemade bow holder? Thanks so much!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I'll see if I can carve out some time to put that together for you. In the meantime, you can see a little more detail in this video (at 5:56) kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYu3YoSKra-ld6M. It's super simple and cheap to build, but really useful!

[@lukegerrish1733]

That’s a really cool bow press!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Yeah... It works pretty well for what it is. Really good tool to have!

[@1369buddy]

My idiot friend dry fired my bow, anyway, got the press . I've used it 2 times in 3 year's Outstanding piece of gear

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Oh man, that a bummer! Yeah, this is a great piece of gear to have for working on your bow!

[@davidgreatestkingofisrael1181]

Great video. Nice portable press. Do you think it will be alright for my Hoyt Alpha X33? I don’t want to spend 700€+ for a LC bow press. And this Bowmaster press being portable is even better.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@davidgreatestkingofisrael1181 hey there! Thanks! As far as I can tell looking at the design of that bow, it seems like it would work fine. That said, you'd most likely want the brackets, and you'll want to be cautious to make sure the brakets will fit right and not slip off during use. I haven't tried it with that bow, so I can't say for sure...but as always be safe and you always assume the risk when working on your bow. Thanks for watching!

[@rustydixie1]

tks for the help

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@marksmith8336]

Thanks for the help

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Any time Mark!

[@nickbaugh2034]

You should make a video on your homemade stand

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there! I actually did....here is that link! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWTbdZx7mc6BgJo

[@foreverdrift]

very helpful - thanks for uploading!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely!! Thanks for watching and the feedback!

[@stokermeister3]

I’m glad I found your video 😊 as I was considering buying the bow press the same thing as you showed in your video on eBay as I would not see the point of spending €1,000 or more on a big ass bow press just to change the bow strings or the peep sight 😵‍💫

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Good deal! Thanks for watching!

[@ozarkphoenix6615]

Perfect Explanation! Thank you! Subbed!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks...and thanks for the sub!

[@CarlosSanchez-dw2lr]

Great explanation

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks! Appreciate you watching!

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

Excellent! I used to own a bowpress when they 1st came out but bows r different now. The drill & c-clamp r nice tips. Thanks, Merry Xmas 😁

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas to you as well!

[@rogermabry2816]

Thank you

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@livingidoutdoors941]

I have the same on and it works awesome. I had to go with the wider brackets to fit my bow. One thing that will make it so you don't have to use a drill is to back out your limb bolts to reduce the poundage. My Halon 32 came with a recommendation to do that anyway when pressing it. I am able to hand turn it with no difficulties.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@livingidoutdoors thanks! 100% agree...always a good idea to back out the limbs when you use a press. Some bows (like that Halon 32) require it (or at least the manufacturer strongly recommends it). Great tip though and thanks for the comment!

[@CarlosSanchez-dw2lr]

Excellent informative video

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thank you and thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful.

[@tucker2074]

Thankyou

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!

[@gregstabryla9945]

Thanks, I just wish they had stops on both sides to use for a crossbow. Don't understand why it's not available!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

You bet! Yeah, that would be nice!

[@GertTown]

You could use cable rope clips instead of the stops that come with it. I have then on mine and it's way stronger and easier to use.

[@jake30966]

What's the chances of bracket slipping ogg the bow limbs ?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@jake30966 hey there! I suppose that could happen, and I imagine it would depend on what bow is being pressed and how it is set up.

[@DuceOutdoors]

Would this work on a older bowtech? Like a btx or rpm ? Because I see that the limb has a different back part of the limb where the cam is at

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there! You know, I'm not 100% sure on that. However, this does come with two different ways to use it...one using those brackets(those are sold separately), and then another way to use by putting the cables between the limbs if it's a split limb bow. Sorry that's more definitive though. Thanks for watching!

[@matthewlee8068]

do you know if you can use this press for the hoy torrex?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there Matthew! I'm not sure on that Hoyt... sorry!

[@dramc-ov3cp]

I can see those split limb adapters sliding off the end of the limb, and the bow blowing up. Doesn't look for anything close to parallel limbs or more.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Yeah, I probably wouldn't use this on a bow with parallel or past parallel limbs. Thanks for watching!

[@bravefastrabbit770]

Hey man, my Mathews V3X 29 has some rubber things on them to make it easier to press with a traditional bow press, and the limbs don't arch outward like you'd think they would.. Do u think it'll still work with a portable press?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there! I'm not 100% sure if this portable press would work, but if it did, you'd want the spit limb brackets for sure.

[@billysilva6388]

Measurements on the wood bow holder?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there Billy! Here's the video on made on that how holder...it should have the dimensions on it. Each bow is a little different in its measurements though. Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipKvdIqCj6mXnck

[@billysilva6388]

How much pass parallel on limbs will these presses will work on?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there! It would depend on the bow and setup, but I'd be hesitant to use the adapters with past parallel limbs due to the increased risk of it slipping. You may be able to slide it between the limbs if you have a split limb bow. Thanks for watching!

[@billysilva6388]

@BackwoodsPursuit I saw someone on KZbin use a type of limb bracket with this press to do a pass parallel bow. I saw for sale with the press,but alone.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@billysilva6388 yeah, I'm not saying it's not possible, just that I haven't used it on a paat parallel bow, so I can say for sure one way or the other.

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

Really liked your DIY bow holder video. However I do have a nice OMP bow holder that works well. I don't have plans of getting a bow press since I don't have a Prime dealer in my area anymore to give me free replacement strings. Not sure of the politics behind this but I have 3 Prime bows & 2 could use the factory string systems. I think I might be interested in this if I can figure out which arms to buy with that 6" model. One Prime Centergy that I really like doesn't have split limbs so I'm not sure which parts to use with this. I never had Covid but I'm still suffering with the effects that it had in the bow shop specifically with the free strings for life that I'm the 1st time owner of under their warranty. I can do anything on a bow but Prime just doesn't send out replacement strings to s customer & the bow shop is no longer an option.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hey there! You should be able to use one of the brackets if it's not a split limb design. Each bow is a little different and there are some that just don't work with this press, but most will. Thanks for watching!

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

@@BackwoodsPursuit Yeah, the Centergy was the pre-cursor to the Logic line that existed for a few years. Only difference is that they never had a split-limb design until they started putting it on the Logic's. The 1st bow with the best nock-travel which was just about zero to come out. I took the d-loop off of mine when I called the old dealer for Prime. I never heard back. I just think he's sore that the shop is no more & it pains him to work a real job while using his free time to work on warranty service. All I know is that he was more enthusiastic about the Inline Series than most loyal Prime guys out there.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@josephtreadlightly5686 gotcha....that's too bad. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment though!

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

@@BackwoodsPursuit Have a good holiday.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@josephtreadlightly5686 you as well!

[@stokermeister3]

I’ve got a Hoyt Maxxis 31 and the bow string has partially come off one of the cams and I got the bow press to try to get it fixed

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Good deal! Hopefully you can get it back up and shooting well!

[@stokermeister3]

@@BackwoodsPursuit well I was trying to get the strings back on but it looks like I will have to get it done professionally before I get my bow damaged or myself as I don’t have a indoor work area and it’s raining cats and dogs outside in Ireland at the moment 😭

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@stokermeister3 oh man! Definitely don't want to damage you bow. If in doubt, take it to the shop!

[@stokermeister3]

@@BackwoodsPursuit thanks the closest shop here in Ireland would be in Cork and the furthest shop would be up in meath 😮‍💨 shame that Hoyt don’t have a outlet shop here in Ireland 🇮🇪

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@stokermeister3 oh man that's a bummer...

[@tonyallen9131]

I got mine a week ago to do some work on my reign 7 and I can't get it to work,I've wound the limbs down but the amount of pressure I have to apply to even get a little bit of pressure off the string was that great it bent the L brackets, it worked fine on my hoyts bow but when it came to my bowtech it had no hope of compressing the limbs enough to do any work on the bow what so ever.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Wow that's crazy! first time Ibe heard of that happening. Thanks for the feedback though!

[@jordanpowell228]

So glad i came across this video. I have a reign 6 which doesn't have as wide of a limb as the sr6, will the brackets used in the video work with my reign?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I haven't tried these brackets with the Reign 6, but It looks like they would. If they didn't, Bowmaster makes some other brackets that should work. From the pics of the Reign 6, it appears you'd be good with these brackets, but of course pics can be tough to tell.

[@jordanpowell228]

Did you pick those or do those come standard with the press?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@jordanpowell228 Those ones came in the standard press/bracket combo package...here's a link to what is shown in the video. amzn.to/2Zx83r7

[@jordanpowell228]

@@BackwoodsPursuit thanks man

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@jordanpowell228 Absolutely! Any time. Let me know if you have any other questions. Happy to help!

[@BlackCobra331]

Any tips if the rubber fingers keep slipping off my SR6?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Hmm...I haven't had that happen, but maybe put something with more grip on the SR6 that the rubber fingers can grab on to?

[@returnofsid]

We have 3 different bows that I would be working on. A Hoyt Carbon Element G3, a Mission Craze, and an Infinite Edge. Will the press with L bracket combo work for each of those, or would I need different brackets?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Michael I'm pretty sure it'll work on the Mission(I've used them on a Mission Riot), but not sure on the Hoyt or Infinite Edge....haven't tried them on either of those. The brackets are fairly universal, and looking at those two bows, it appears that the brackets should work. I just haven't tried them personally on either of those bows. The limbs do like like it would work though.

[@e.j.starnes2271]

How did you make the little holder with the wood?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Here's a video input together on how to build that bow holder! Let me know if you have any questions! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipKvdIqCj6mXnck

[@ljaq516]

I noticed you pressed a Realm SR6, which size L bracket are you using? 3/4" or the 1 1/8". I have a Realm X.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks for watching! I used the standard width, 3/4 inch brackets for the SR6. The standard brackets fit most bows on the market and should work great for the Realm X. Thanks again and let me know if you have any other questions!

[@jake30966]

What happens if the bracket slips off ?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@jake30966 that would not be good...could definitely damage your bow. Always make sure it is securely positioned on your bow. This press certainly doesn't work with all bows, especially with some of the past parallel bows these days. Thanks for watching!

[@DzasterNL]

I’m new to archery but i have a old bowtech tribute with a single limb, would this still work? I would like to buy this press just for the simplicity!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Yes...I believe it would work with that bow. You just wouldn't need the brackets. The red rubber piece would slide in just below the cams. I used it on a similar Mathews Heli-m that also had a single limb like your and it worked great.

[@DzasterNL]

Backwoods Pursuit Nice, thanks for the explanation!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Absolutely! Let me know if you have any other questions... Happy to help!

[@serverlan763]

The press works really well but it's just so slow and tedious to set a peep with the correct rotation. You might have to press the bow 3 or more times to get it right and it can take hours...

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Yeah, it can be a bit tedious to use, but gets the job done, especially given the price point vs a larger bench style press. Thanks for watching!

[@tommyfrank6872]

Would this work on a PSE Stinger Maxx [2020 model]

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Looking at the picture, it seems like it would work for it. Thanks for watching!

[@trophytines]

Can it be used on a crossbow

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I've not tried it on a crossbow, so I'd have to check with the manufacturer on that. Sorry!

[@renatugaming5730]

In general, are cheaper bow presses more dangerous than ones that are more expensive?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I suppose that would depend on the user and the bow being pressed. Something like the EZ Green by Last Chance Archery is going to be safer and easier though IMO. But, a LOT more expensive.

[@renatugaming5730]

@@BackwoodsPursuit Well I plan on getting me a Elite ember and using the bowmaster press

[@renatugaming5730]

@@BackwoodsPursuit It would be the first time pressing a bow...don't know if I want it pressed in the shop I got my last bow/current bow "Set up" with a peep too big lol

[@renatugaming5730]

@@BackwoodsPursuit I am having my first league in the winter, so just want to be ready by January

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@renatugaming5730 gotcha. If it makes you feel any better this press is the one I learned on as well.

[@89mww]

Lube the threads

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Scorpionreturned]

hey can it be used in a crossbow?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I've never tried it with a crossbow... But I'd definitely recommend contacting Bowmaster directly before trying it. Stay safe!

[@kdcustoms1272]

Will it work on a elite ritual?

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I just looked up the Elite Ritual and it looks like this would work with that bow. I've not personally used it with that Elite, but I have used it with a different Elite that looked just like that cam setup. You will probably have to take off the draw stops though. Thanks for watching!

[@kdcustoms1272]

@@BackwoodsPursuit ok thanks man... I just got it in the mail. I'm hoping the draw length I got is close enough and I won't need a press.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@kdcustoms1272 sounds great! Let me know when you find out! Thanks!

[@vtec18c]

I’m having trouble with it slipping off

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Oh that's not good! That can be a problem on some bows if the limbs are past parallel unfortunately. This isn't the best option for those bows. Thanks for watching!

[@shandor2522]

Bummer: I have no idea what the press is attached to, or what happens when its threaded rod is turned. Something was skipped.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks for the comment. When the threaded bolt is turned, it pushes the cable through the rollers, which in turn shortens the cable and presses the bow. The cable ends are attached to those split limb adapters. Does that help?

[@shandor2522]

Backwoods Pursuit: Yes, thanks!

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@cutiepie338]

You having all of that extra equipment kind of defeats the purpose of a portable bow press, doesn't it? 😂

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Haha...well, it certainly also works without all of it, but when I've used it at the house as my only press (at the time) it was nice to have.

[@victormangulo6368]

Don't use it.not safe.i almost loose my finger.ended up in the hospital

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Yeah, that can happen whenever you are working on a bow or if it slips off the limbs. Not fun at all and sorry to hear. That's no fun. Thanks for watching though,

[@vikbon1627]

пресс нужен только в случае сборки compound bow , у которого болты на карманах , не позволяют полностью ослабить тетиву и троса ! если лук собран , и требуется замена тросов и тетивы , или регулировка , достаточно иметь под рукой обычную зажигалку или любой предмет такого же размера ( дерево , пластмасса ) - упираемся коленом в Riser , оттягиваем тетиву на 7 - 10 см , и вставляем предмет в блок , который упрётся в плечё при отпускании тетивы .

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@vikbon1627 thanks for the feedback!

[@daveengstrom9250]

Far too much talking. Long and boring.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Thanks for the feedback. We'll try to do better next time.

[@nj3309]

I didn't think there was too much talking. Was just right.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Appreciate the feedback @nj! Glad it was helpful. Let us know if you have any questions and thanks for watching!

[@XxfisheykillaXx]

Backwoods Pursuit great review

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@XxfisheykillaXx thank you!

[@albert7003]

excellent thanks

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

Welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@danluedtke7535]

Will this work on a 2016 Hoyt Defiant.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

I haven't tried it with the Hoyt Defiant, but looking at the pictures of the Defiant, it looks like it should work just fine. You'd want to get the set with the brackets(a link to that is in the description) as it wouldn't work without those brackets. Let me know how/if it works if you try it with that bow. Thanks for watching!

[@danluedtke7535]

It works well. I just had to make sure it was pulling the limbs straight. If the cable is at an angle, the limb brackets will pop off as your trying to press it. Other than that, I was able to change my strings and cables and install a new peep.

[@BackwoodsPursuit]

@@danluedtke7535 excellent! Thanks for letting me know! Glad it worked for you.