DIY Archery Stabilizer and Side Bar

[@Super64heavy]

You've touched on a subject close to my heart as I used to shoot archery 25 yrs ago when stabilizers were a tenth of the cost of today's stabilizers. It's crazy how much manufacturers charge for a 'weight bar'. I no longer have access to machining equipment unfortunately. This is a great video, thank you. Happy Easter. Scott

[@dylangroen2552]

Not sure if this comment is still relevant lol but stabilizers are cheap until you get into carbon, which is expensive.

[@TheAssOfBalaam]

Garrett, your videos are perhaps the most helpful videos for the self-learning hunter. Every time I wonder about some topic and search YT for the answer, invariably you already have addressed it in a video. Even if I don't build a stabilizer like this from scratch, this video is an excellent resource for developing an optimal setup. Thank you for sharing it.

[@Deqster]

Nice, an Invasion CPX! Some Bowtech bows are fantastic, I think that one was one of them. Personally I have a Prodigy and I love it. Cool stabilizer setup!

[@calebcrouch6652]

Just wanted to say your videos are always great! I appreciate the ingenuity you display with these projects. Keep up the great work!

[@DIYSportsman]

+Caleb Crouch Thanks!

[@officerfoxtrot3633]

I know this is an old vid, but I’m going to comment anyways. Lol. I don’t know how many times you said 5/16” Bolt, but for some reason I put a 10/24” pack in my cart at McMaster car. Lol. I’m building a 15” for hunting/3D and will probably upgrade to a larger one later for a target bow. An interesting part of why I decided to use your design was the fact the front weld but has the same threads as the bow riser. So theoretically, you can always thread in another section and have multiple pieces that make a larger one. I’m going to use the front for weights and for Turkey season I’ll attach a string tracker to the front.

[@dougbarabe7861]

I liked the music in the back round ,,, and very informative , good job,,,,,,,,

[@calebcrouch6652]

What was your total cost? (Or total cost with the proposed commercial off the shelf options)

[@jamrspancurak938]

Aluminum brazing rod are great now and very strong

[@supergreenlawncare]

Man I loved this video. I love bows and bow hunting. Keep it up!

[@ShovelTownRC]

I'm definitely going to give this a try!

[@DarxusC]

I feel like it might be easier and cheaper to make something like a Bee Stinger Slide, with similar benefits. Preferably maxing out the lengths allowed on IBO / ASA bowhunter classes. Edit: Looks like the only thing that needs to be figured out is the bracket from the stabilizer bolt to a pipe clamp. I found B Stinger's dovetail version, but that's still silly expensive.

[@TexasBowHunter]

great video, want to try this.

[@crustyhunts7556]

in your opinion what do you think is a better stab, mattews flatline or TAP X Element?

[@Drivingtacks]

Great video. Very informative and we'll designed. What's your day job?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Drivingtacks I'm an engineering project manager.

[@Drivingtacks]

Nice! I'm graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering from Mankato in May! Keep up the great videos.

[@willcaveender5768]

what is the total cost

[@richjoy71]

Nice. What's the first lite jacket you are wearing

[@DIYSportsman]

+rich joy It's the Woodbury.

[@richjoy71]

DIY Sportsman. Thank you I have the Sanctuary jacket and bibs. Love it for really cold days. Wanting to get something from FL that is a little lighter for early season.

[@northeastnatureboy]

Awesome! Im def gonna do this. Also off topic but what jacket and pattern are you wearing at the range?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Jetmec89 The jacket is a First Lite Woodbury in Fusion camo.

[@davidnewman819]

looks awesome

[@TheDK4LIFE]

Great video!!

[@briargoatkilla]

Good stuff, man.

[@rattlingjunkie]

The bow is still kicking back at shot.

[@boundlessobsession6266]

What about placing a plastic/Teflon washer along with your metal one against your riser to eliminate metal on metal contact with your riser mount for your backbar.

[@DIYSportsman]

+Boundless Obsession That should also work well and reduce risk of marring the surface.

[@jaredthompson8188]

Dude make a whole bow lol