Sight Leveling    &    Creep Tuning

 

There are lots of opinions on this subject.  I'll give you my take on the subject.
If you are using a sight that has a seperate adjustment for the vertical portion of the sight you do not need to
level to the bowstring or riser.  The only important item is that the level is perpendicular to thevertical postion of
the sight.  This ususally occurs using a target type sight.

 

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With most bowhunting sights it is far easier to have the level perpendicular to the riser because there is no
adjustment on the vertical componet.  Many sights do not have individual adjustment for pins in the horizontal
plane (left/right).
Generally you can just bolt on the sight and go with it.  It is a good idea to check the level against the riser to
make sure that it is correct.  Depending on the sight you may be able to adjust the level bubble.  If not, you are
pretty much stuck with what you have.
The third axis is the most troublesome adjustment.

 

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If this is not correct you will have "mysterious" left and right misses shooting uphill and downhill.
The easy way to keep your bow level while shooting on side hills is to overcorrect on the uphill
side and then let gravity bring your bow down the hill until it is level.  This is of course while using
your level.

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Creep Tuning for 2 Cam Bows

This is a simple test and method to have you 2 cam bow perform it's best when you are not at your best.
Start off with your bow tuned as good as possible (perfect?) with both of your cams perfectly timed or the best
that you can determine.

When you are shooting your best you are probably pulling hard into the cams as you should be.  It's when you are
in an awkward position or begin to tire that you will run into the problem of unexplained high or low shots.

Put a one inch piece of masking tape (doesn't mater what kind of tape) on a piece of carboard and attach to
the bale.

This can be done at any distance you desire.  IMO the farther the better.

Shoot 3 shots pulled hard into the cam stops.

Creep forward 1/8th to 1/4th inch and shoot three more shots.   Disregard and "flyers".

Follow the below instructions.

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