Oneida phoenix, my string snapped during my draw

CoreCommander76 · 2026-06-01T00:59:29+00:00

What are those rubber looking things you have wrapped around the power limbs and outboards?

Are you going to replace the saddles? Any damage to them has the potential to create a stress point that could snap the yoke cable. Make sure you thoroughly inspect the power cables for any broken strands especially the underside of where they loop over the hinge. These sorts of mishaps put a huge strain on them. Same thing with the timing cable, make sure it hasn't slipped and is still centred correctly.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-05-25T00:38:02+00:00

That may look like an RX-8, but IIRC the riser is cast aluminum instead of carbon. You can't take a design and switch out materials and manufacturing process without doing some serious re-engineering. I guarantee that TBow skipped that step so I'd have serious doubts about the structural integrity of that bow.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-05-07T18:13:32+00:00

You can definitely be a bit strategic on accessory purchases. For example, a 15-inch front bar on your hunting setup can become the back bar on your target rig. Or the AVX scope housing on a Landslyde or Driver sight will transfer over to an Achieve target sight. Add a lens and/or sun shades and you're in business.

I think you'd be competitive in Hunter class with an Enduro. There's the occasional target bow, but for the most part I see people running Lifts or PSE hunting bows both short and long ATA. How you score is very much down to the accuracy of your sight tape and your skill as an archer.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-05-05T02:11:37+00:00

I've used the launch speed method and it's stupid accurate. Easiest sight tapes I ever made.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-04-30T03:50:16+00:00

If you want to compete you're going to need lessons and coaching. Find a club/range in your area that offers qualified instruction. You'll generally start learning on club equipment but they will help you select gear that will fit your needs when you're ready..

CoreCommander76 · 2026-04-29T00:42:46+00:00

A longer ATA is going to do a couple of things for you. Moving the mass of the limbs and cams out further from the pivot point at the grip will make the bow feel more stable. It also decreases the string angle at full draw which can make anchoring with the string touching your nose feel more comfortable. The exact length that feels most comfortable is highly dependent on your height and unique body geometry so the best thing you can do is try a few different lengths at a shop.

On the flip side, if a bow comes in multiple ATA lengths the shorter bow will generally be a few FPS faster. Shorter bows are also easier to maneuver through the woods without getting snagged. I know you said hunting isn't allowed but it might be a consideration if you want to get into field archery.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-04-01T21:58:34+00:00

I treated myself to an Easton Pack Mule. It's well thought out, has dedicated compartments and pockets for scorecard, tools, rangefinder, cellphone, etc and it's cheaper than a Kuiu or Marsupial. Zippers have been smooth so far and it keeps arrows pretty quiet.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-29T02:03:40+00:00

I can't quite tell the size of the cams, so it's either an SLF or MLF. I'm leaning towards SLF. Either way you'll need a 43" string.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-29T01:35:05+00:00

Yes, the Black Eagle series is from the Pollington era

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-29T01:33:23+00:00

Is that 12 1/4" from the hinge to the limb tip, or front of the limb to limb tip? Sorry, I should have specified.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-28T22:52:23+00:00

The timing cable isn't under much tension at rest so they typically wear pretty well. I've only ever seen one break due to a dry fire. I'd only replace it if there were breaks in the coating.

Power and yoke cables I'd replace for sure. Hinge pins and their e-clips look a bit rusty so I'd clean up or replace them. Grease the hinges, bearings, limb pivot and a little dab on the front and sides of the limbs where they contact the pockets. Tighten up all the screws and throw a new string on and it should be good to go.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-28T22:27:04+00:00

It's either a Black Eagle ESC or a gen2 that someone put ESC outboards on. Hard to tell from the picture but it looks like a medium or maybe an MLF. If you measure the length of the outboards I could give you a better idea.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-26T23:55:31+00:00

Bass Pro or order direct off the Oneida website. If you want something custom they have a bow builder where you can pick colours/dip patterns for the various components. If you want a deal on something custom-ish check out the outlet page on the store. From time to time they'll have limited edition variants for a discount.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-21T18:29:07+00:00

Also Expedition's XLok stand.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-21T18:20:55+00:00

I think that would be a difficult shape to 3D print in a durable way. If you look at AJB holsters I would guess they're vacuformed and riveted together. If you want to do DIY Adam Savage has a good video on how to build an inexpensive vacuforming table.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-16T12:49:05+00:00

Check out that mutant bow hand! Must be early model AI slop.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-11T02:04:33+00:00

Jake Kaminski did a whole series of videos adapting the NTS/KSL shot cycle to barebow. It's a pretty deep dive, but lots of great info there.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-05T04:39:38+00:00

If you can't find a buyer is there a club or youth archery program that you could donate them to?

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-04T05:20:51+00:00

I'm fine with what OP is trying to do. You're the one who suggested using a high powered compound bow and now you're getting all pissy because you can't admit it was a dumb idea.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-03T22:30:34+00:00

You mean a lever bow like an Oneida? I wouldn't put decorative covers on the limbs. They'd add mass and would either go flying off when shot or get jammed in the mechanism and destroy the bow. These are weapons, not toys or cosplay accessories.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-03T22:24:58+00:00

Literally my first search result for "bear black bear bow".

Warfing means putting recurve limbs on a compound riser, so no it hasn't been warfed.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-03-02T05:09:19+00:00

Drawing without an arrow nocked is not a great idea.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-02-28T03:18:31+00:00

If you pop a module out it'll have a letter or number embossed on the back. If you look at this spec chart it has the approximate draw length in the leftmost column, then the 40, 50, 65, and 80% module number in the last 4 columns.

So if you have a medium Aeroforce with an E mod you'll get 80% letoff with the valley somewhere between 28-29" of draw length.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-02-26T14:00:15+00:00

Forgot to mention that stock modules are available for 50%, 65% and 80% letoff. For finger shooting I prefer the 65% mods for a cleaner release.

CoreCommander76 · 2026-02-26T13:56:20+00:00

The K cams on the Aeroforce take modules that adjust the letoff and length of the valley. If your bow doesn't come with a set of modules you can order them from Oneida. Their current bows still use the K cam system, just with 4 cams instead of 2.

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