I've had this press for years and love it. But I've gotta pickup those split limb adapters
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Awesome @bowhuntr0 0!! Yeah, the split limb adapters sure are nice. Worth picking up for sure!
@62lewieАй бұрын
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!
@BackwoodsPursuitАй бұрын
@@62lewie absolutely! Thanks for watching!
@nonya5475 Жыл бұрын
That is about a perfect how-to video. Just what I was looking for. Thank you.
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
@johnchurchill67787 ай бұрын
Just straight to the point.... Sincerely, thank you very much for your time!
@BackwoodsPursuit7 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!
@davidrozanek94294 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Glad it was helpful for you and thanks for watching!
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
There's a link in the description to that press as well if that's helpful...
@davidrozanek94294 жыл бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit Thanks Man
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
@@davidrozanek9429 absolutely!
@gollygeewillickersbatman18245 ай бұрын
Ultra-helpful video, thank you for making it!! I really like your homemade wooden bow holder idea too!! Awesome sauce!!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!
@gollygeewillickersbatman18245 ай бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit My pleasure, thank you!!
@steveburke35 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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!
@johnscott8413 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! That's a great idea!
@IMKINDOFABIGDEAL133 жыл бұрын
I had no clue these existed. Super cool.
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Definitely handy little tools! Thanks for watching!
@clarkansas65904 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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!
@daultonhuskey28042 жыл бұрын
Ha Ha! was looking for a press to press the exact same bow out in the field :) Thanks !
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Excellent! That's awesome. Thanks for watching!
@foreverdrift5 жыл бұрын
Would you do a video on how you built your homemade bow holder? Thanks so much!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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!
@lukegerrish17335 жыл бұрын
That’s a really cool bow press!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Yeah... It works pretty well for what it is. Really good tool to have!
@1369buddy4 жыл бұрын
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
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
Oh man, that a bummer! Yeah, this is a great piece of gear to have for working on your bow!
@davidgreatestkingofisrael1181Ай бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuitАй бұрын
@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!
@rustydixie12 жыл бұрын
tks for the help
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
You bet! Thanks for watching!
@marksmith83362 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Any time Mark!
@nickbaugh20346 ай бұрын
You should make a video on your homemade stand
@BackwoodsPursuit6 ай бұрын
Hey there! I actually did....here is that link! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWTbdZx7mc6BgJo
@foreverdrift5 жыл бұрын
very helpful - thanks for uploading!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!! Thanks for watching and the feedback!
@stokermeister33 жыл бұрын
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 😵💫
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Good deal! Thanks for watching!
@ozarkphoenix66152 жыл бұрын
Perfect Explanation! Thank you! Subbed!
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Thanks...and thanks for the sub!
@CarlosSanchez-dw2lr3 жыл бұрын
Great explanation
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate you watching!
@josephtreadlightly56863 жыл бұрын
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 😁
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas to you as well!
@rogermabry28162 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks for watching!
@livingidoutdoors9415 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
@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-dw2lr3 жыл бұрын
Excellent informative video
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful.
@tucker2074 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks for watching!
@gregstabryla99453 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I just wish they had stops on both sides to use for a crossbow. Don't understand why it's not available!
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
You bet! Yeah, that would be nice!
@GertTown2 жыл бұрын
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.
@jake309663 ай бұрын
What's the chances of bracket slipping ogg the bow limbs ?
@BackwoodsPursuit3 ай бұрын
@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.
@DuceOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
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
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
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!
@matthewlee80682 жыл бұрын
do you know if you can use this press for the hoy torrex?
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Hey there Matthew! I'm not sure on that Hoyt... sorry!
@dramc-ov3cp8 ай бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit8 ай бұрын
Yeah, I probably wouldn't use this on a bow with parallel or past parallel limbs. Thanks for watching!
@bravefastrabbit7702 жыл бұрын
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?
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Measurements on the wood bow holder?
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
How much pass parallel on limbs will these presses will work on?
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@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 Жыл бұрын
@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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@josephtreadlightly5686 gotcha....that's too bad. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment though!
@josephtreadlightly5686 Жыл бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit Have a good holiday.
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
@@josephtreadlightly5686 you as well!
@stokermeister33 жыл бұрын
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
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Good deal! Hopefully you can get it back up and shooting well!
@stokermeister33 жыл бұрын
@@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 😭
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
@@stokermeister3 oh man! Definitely don't want to damage you bow. If in doubt, take it to the shop!
@stokermeister33 жыл бұрын
@@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 🇮🇪
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
@@stokermeister3 oh man that's a bummer...
@tonyallen91313 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's crazy! first time Ibe heard of that happening. Thanks for the feedback though!
@jordanpowell2285 жыл бұрын
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?
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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.
@jordanpowell2285 жыл бұрын
Did you pick those or do those come standard with the press?
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
@@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
@jordanpowell2285 жыл бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit thanks man
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
@@jordanpowell228 Absolutely! Any time. Let me know if you have any other questions. Happy to help!
@BlackCobra3314 жыл бұрын
Any tips if the rubber fingers keep slipping off my SR6?
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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?
@returnofsid5 жыл бұрын
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?
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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.starnes22713 жыл бұрын
How did you make the little holder with the wood?
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
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
@ljaq5164 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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!
@jake30966Ай бұрын
What happens if the bracket slips off ?
@BackwoodsPursuitАй бұрын
@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!
@DzasterNL5 жыл бұрын
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!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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.
@DzasterNL5 жыл бұрын
Backwoods Pursuit Nice, thanks for the explanation!
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Let me know if you have any other questions... Happy to help!
@serverlan7634 жыл бұрын
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...
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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!
@tommyfrank68724 жыл бұрын
Would this work on a PSE Stinger Maxx [2020 model]
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
Looking at the picture, it seems like it would work for it. Thanks for watching!
@trophytines3 жыл бұрын
Can it be used on a crossbow
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
I've not tried it on a crossbow, so I'd have to check with the manufacturer on that. Sorry!
@renatugaming57304 жыл бұрын
In general, are cheaper bow presses more dangerous than ones that are more expensive?
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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.
@renatugaming57304 жыл бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit Well I plan on getting me a Elite ember and using the bowmaster press
@renatugaming57304 жыл бұрын
@@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
@renatugaming57304 жыл бұрын
@@BackwoodsPursuit I am having my first league in the winter, so just want to be ready by January
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
@@renatugaming5730 gotcha. If it makes you feel any better this press is the one I learned on as well.
@89mww2 жыл бұрын
Lube the threads
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@Scorpionreturned4 жыл бұрын
hey can it be used in a crossbow?
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
I've never tried it with a crossbow... But I'd definitely recommend contacting Bowmaster directly before trying it. Stay safe!
@kdcustoms12724 жыл бұрын
Will it work on a elite ritual?
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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!
@kdcustoms12724 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
@@kdcustoms1272 sounds great! Let me know when you find out! Thanks!
@vtec18c2 жыл бұрын
I’m having trouble with it slipping off
@BackwoodsPursuit2 жыл бұрын
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!
@shandor25224 жыл бұрын
Bummer: I have no idea what the press is attached to, or what happens when its threaded rod is turned. Something was skipped.
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
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?
@shandor25224 жыл бұрын
Backwoods Pursuit: Yes, thanks!
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thank you!
@cutiepie3383 жыл бұрын
You having all of that extra equipment kind of defeats the purpose of a portable bow press, doesn't it? 😂
@BackwoodsPursuit3 жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Don't use it.not safe.i almost loose my finger.ended up in the hospital
@BackwoodsPursuit Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@vikbon1627 thanks for the feedback!
@daveengstrom92505 жыл бұрын
Far too much talking. Long and boring.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. We'll try to do better next time.
@nj33095 жыл бұрын
I didn't think there was too much talking. Was just right.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the feedback @nj! Glad it was helpful. Let us know if you have any questions and thanks for watching!
@XxfisheykillaXx5 жыл бұрын
Backwoods Pursuit great review
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
@@XxfisheykillaXx thank you!
@albert70034 жыл бұрын
excellent thanks
@BackwoodsPursuit4 жыл бұрын
Welcome! Thanks for watching!
@danluedtke75355 жыл бұрын
Will this work on a 2016 Hoyt Defiant.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
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!
@danluedtke75355 жыл бұрын
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.
@BackwoodsPursuit5 жыл бұрын
@@danluedtke7535 excellent! Thanks for letting me know! Glad it worked for you.