Backcountry Bow Repair Kit

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What kind of items do you bring in the backcountry for potential bow repair? Currently I bring: extra d loop, extra release, allen wrench set and string wax. I was thinking of maybe adding a wisker biscuit depending on weight. Thoughts?
 

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D loop, Allen wrenches and spare release for me. I kind of like the idea of a whisker biscuit in case things go south with a drop away in the field.
 
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Always have a backup release, that's not a repair item, just I'm an idiot and loose things.


Outside of allen wrenches to tighten a loose screw, a little serving and loop material that can also fix drop away cord I'm not fixing anything without a target to confirm that the fixes I made didn't alter anything.

In the vehicle, I'll have a fair amount of stuff if not a backup bow.
 
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Always have a backup release, that's not a repair item, just I'm an idiot and loose things.


Outside of allen wrenches to tighten a loose screw, a little serving and loop material that can also fix drop away cord I'm not fixing anything without a target to confirm that the fixes I made didn't alter anything.

In the vehicle, I'll have a fair amount of stuff if not a backup bow.
Do you worry about the heat on the bow stored in your truck at all? I have a hard time leaving a bow in the truck during September cuz it’s usually pretty hot here in Idaho.
 
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Do you worry about the heat on the bow stored in your truck at all? I have a hard time leaving a bow in the truck during September cuz it’s usually pretty hot here in Idaho.

Put it in a case, tucked away. It will insulate it to some degree, like a cooler.

I wouldn't leave it on a seat or the dash, but that's more for theft.


Parking facing north actually helps a lot with heating up a vehicle too. Be surprised the difference the windshield facing south makes. You frequently don't get a lot of choices there, but if it comes to backing in or pulling in, I try to face the front end north, or out if the sun as much as possible. My black interior will burn your ass if you aren't careful.
 

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In Colorado, I normally leave everything in my truck along with a target and plan to hike out if I need a bow repair beyond a D loop or serving thread repair. For my Alaska trip next week (10 day fly in, DIY caribou), I'm bringing Allen wrenches, D-loop material, serving thread, a spare peep, spare Hamskea tension spring. If I can't fix it with that, I'll borrow someone else's bow after they tag out and plan to get close. Done that before.
 
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In Colorado, I normally leave everything in my truck along with a target and plan to hike out if I need a bow repair beyond a D loop or serving thread repair. For my Alaska trip next week (10 day fly in, DIY caribou), I'm bringing Allen wrenches, D-loop material, serving thread, a spare peep, spare Hamskea tension spring. If I can't fix it with that, I'll borrow someone else's bow after they tag out and plan to get close. Done that before.
Pretty much what I do. I might as well hike out to fix the bow. I’m probably going to have to check everything anyway. I used to carry d loop material and wrenches with me, but never used it. It’s just not really practical. Now at the truck I’ll have a small pro shop….including a press if I have room and going far.

I’m not usually more than three or four hours from home anyway.
 

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Always have a backup release, that's not a repair item, just I'm an idiot and loose things.


Outside of allen wrenches to tighten a loose screw, a little serving and loop material that can also fix drop away cord I'm not fixing anything without a target to confirm that the fixes I made didn't alter anything.

In the vehicle, I'll have a fair amount of stuff if not a backup bow.
Same. Serving, pre made loop, rest cord, and a lighter. Wrenches also. That’s it. If I can’t fix it with those things then I’m headed to the truck for a backup bow or to find a shop with a press. And I usually map out shops ahead of time for quickest access.
 

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Thats one of the beauties of traditional archery! Extra string that’s already set up and spare tab! But there are times I don’t get to punch a tag because of my limited range!
 

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We take all the stuff mentioned above, but at the truck we have a full kit, extra strings and a press.

I think we both bring ab extra sight and rest.

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While it’s not a repair item, I include a judo tip. I want to be able to take a practice shot at something if I’m doing any adjustments to my bow.
 
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I will just use my knife to make a spear if my bow breaks. I don't carry any spare tools or parts specifically for working on my bow. I'm never in more than a few miles and if I just need to fly out to the truck without camp I can cover about 2-3 mph in the backcountry so a trip back to the truck or even down to town will only cost me a day. I also live out west and get to hunt 60+ days a year so a day off won't kill me, I used to have a backup bow but sold that as well after years of never needing one.
 
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I will just use my knife to make a spear if my bow breaks. I don't carry any spare tools or parts specifically for working on my bow. I'm never in more than a few miles and if I just need to fly out to the truck without camp I can cover about 2-3 mph in the backcountry so a trip back to the truck or even down to town will only cost me a day. I also live out west and get to hunt 60+ days a year so a day off won't kill me, I used to have a backup bow but sold that as well after years of never needing one.
Seems like a waste of a knife. Just flint knap a spear point. Easy as that...
 
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It's funny after starting this thread, I splintered my bow limb pretty bad while hunting deep in the backcountry.

I was able to repair it by using nailclippers to cleanly snip the splinter off. Then I used Krazy glue to put on the whole length of the splinter. This way it doesn't get bigger and also create issues when handled.

I tend to always carry Krazy glue for its multipurpose for both medical and utility. I was glad I had it then. I shot the bow the rest of the season with no problem. I then was able to get it fixed under warranty at the end of the year.
 

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