Description

BCY B55 Bowstring Material

The BCY B55 Bowstring material is a trusted choice for archers using traditional bows, recurves, older compound bows, and certain crossbows. Manufactured from 100% polyester fibre, it delivers excellent durability and low stretch while remaining gentle on bows that do not feature reinforced limb tips.

Although similar to traditional Dacron® materials, B55 offers improved durability and performance. As a result, it has become one of the most popular string materials for traditional and recreational archery.

Ideal for Traditional and Recurve Bows

Many traditional bows require a string material that provides reliable performance without placing excessive stress on the limbs. Therefore, B55 is particularly well suited to wooden bows, longbows, and recurves without reinforced limb tips.

Furthermore, its forgiving characteristics make it an excellent option for beginners and recreational archers.

Durable Polyester Construction

The 100% polyester fibre construction provides excellent durability and long service life. In addition, the material offers very low stretch, helping maintain consistent shooting characteristics over time.

Consequently, archers benefit from dependable performance during regular practice and recreational shooting.

Suitable for Multiple Bow Types

Although primarily used on recurve and traditional bows, B55 is also suitable for many older compound bows and selected crossbows. Therefore, it remains a versatile choice for archers who use a variety of equipment.

Available in solid colours, the material allows archers to build reliable and attractive custom strings.

Features

• 100% polyester construction
• Improved durability compared to traditional Dacron®
• Very low stretch characteristics
• Suitable for traditional bows
• Ideal for recurve bows
• Compatible with many older compound bows
• Suitable for selected crossbows
• Available in solid colours

Specifications

Recommended Strands

• 12–16 strands for recurve bows

Approximate Feet Per Pound (Waxed)

• 4,300 ft/lb

Available Spool Sizes

• 1/4 lb
• 1 lb

Why Choose BCY B55?

Choosing the correct string material helps protect your bow while ensuring reliable performance. BCY B55 offers durability, low stretch, and broad compatibility with traditional and recurve equipment. Moreover, its gentle characteristics make it a preferred choice for bows without reinforced limb tips.

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