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How Long Can You Leave the Crossbow Cocked?

Posted on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Jack Perry

One of the top qustions Crossbow Canyon is frequestnly asked relates to cocking the crossbow. How long can you leave the crossbow cocked? Once you cock your crossbow, you can leave it cocked all day. You can actually cock it at home before you leave, in the truck, or on the ground below the treestand. […]

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How Do I Keep My Crossbow Strings in Good Shape?

Posted on June 4, 2022June 5, 2022 by Jack Perry

When it comes to your crossbow, the strings are one of the most important parts of the entire fixture. After all, without the strings, what good would it be to you? Just like other types of hunting equipment, you have to keep crossbows in good condition because if you don’t, they will let you down […]

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How to Fix the Crossbow That Will Not Cock

Posted on May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 by Jack Perry

Many crossbow models require the safety mechanism off.  Many other crossbows require the fire position for your crossbow to cock properly. Crossbows automatically engage the safety when you cock them. In a situation such as this, check your crossbow’s owners manual. The owner’s manual will tell you if your bow automatically engages the safety. Another […]

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5 Tips for a Beginner Crossbow Hunter

Posted on January 21, 2022February 7, 2022 by Jack Perry

For the hunter who wants to switch to crossbows, there are things you must know. Below are five tips that can help beginners in crossbow hunting. Tip #1. Buy a Crossbow which suits the animal you will hunt The strength of a crossbow is defined by its draw weight. What does this mean? Draw weight […]

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How to Fix Your Crossbow When the Safety Mechanism is Stiff or Hard to Manipulate

Posted on January 9, 2022February 10, 2022 by Jack Perry

Over time, dirt and debris can build up in the trigger housing, clogging up the safety mechanism and other moving parts of your bow. This is when compressed air will come in handy. Take the can and shoot the air a various points of your bow and this will blow out the build up around […]

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How Long Should You Keep a Crossbow Loaded?

Posted on December 30, 2021January 3, 2022 by Jack Perry

Crossbows are excellent hunting tools and fun to shoot during target practice. They are more convenient for large game hunting than traditional bows, thanks to their extra accuracy, power, and flexibility in terms of hunting position. Another advantage is that you can prepare the crossbow load ahead of time instead of scrambling to load an […]

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How to Cock and Load a Crossbow

Posted on December 30, 2021January 1, 2022 by Jack Perry

Being successful at wielding your crossbow often entails the tiniest of differences. The way you cock and load your crossbow can be the determining factor hitting the bullseye on a target or missing completely. Using a crossbow for hunting or simply target practice can be a fun and exciting activity for enthusiasts of all ages. […]

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HOW TO FIX YOUR CROSSBOW WHEN SERVING IS WEARING OR UNRAVELING

How to Fix Your Crossbow When Serving is Wearing or Unraveling

Posted on December 27, 2021January 3, 2022 by Jack Perry

When your crossbow’s serving goes bad you will need to use the rail lube that the manufacturer recommends for your bow. If you do not have any lube on hand you will need to take a trip to your local pro-shop.  The recommended lube can extend the serving life o your bow. If a visit […]

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Tips on Using a Moon Nock with Your Crossbow

Posted on December 26, 2021January 1, 2022 by Jack Perry

If you hunt with a crossbow, you already know there are different types of nocks you can use to make your next outing more successful. The moon nock has a slight concave depression. This allows for a more secure way to place the string.  Why a Moon Nock? There are several types of nocks to […]

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Crossbow Misfires – How to Prevent Crossbow Misfires

Posted on November 16, 2021January 1, 2022 by Jack Perry

Bow-hunting is a popular sport, and learning how to use a crossbow is an important first step. After all, most people will not automatically know what to do when you place a crossbow in their hands, so it takes a little advice and assistance – not to mention a little practice – to learn how […]

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HOW TO FIX YOUR CROSSBOW WHEN SERVING IS WEARING OR UNRAVELING

How to Fix Your Crossbow When Serving is Wearing or Unraveling

When your crossbow’s serving goes bad you will need to use the rail lube that the manufacturer recommends for your bow. If you do not …

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