BCY B55 Bowstring Material Fluorescent Green
BCY B55 is a durable 100% polyester bowstring material with minimal stretch, ideal for recurve bows and compatible with traditional bows. Fluorescent green, 1/4 lb. spool.
BCY B55 Bowstring Material
The BCY B55 represents a proven choice for archers who demand reliability and longevity in their bowstring material. This 100% polyester construction delivers the durability you need with the low-stretch characteristics that keep your bow performing consistently.
Key Features
- Material: 100% polyester construction
- Stretch Characteristics: Very low stretch for consistent arrow flight
- Durability: Superior to traditional Dacron materials
- Color: Fluorescent green for easy visibility
- Quantity: 1/4 lb. spool
Recommended Applications
BCY B55 is primarily designed for recurve bows, where its low-stretch properties shine. The material is also compatible with traditional bows and older compound crossbows that lack reinforced limb tips.
Strand Recommendations
BCY recommends using 12-16 strands when constructing bowstrings for recurve bows. This range provides the optimal balance of strength and performance for most recurve applications.
Why Choose B55
If you're building or maintaining bowstrings for traditional archery, B55 offers proven performance without the complexity of modern high-tech materials. It's a straightforward, reliable choice that has served archers well for decades.
Features
- 100% polyester
- similar to dacron but with better durability and lower stretch
- primarily used for recurves. can also be used on older compound crossbows and traditional bows without reinforced limb tips.
- recommended strands: 12-16 for recurves
- approximate feet per pound waxed: 4,300
- available in colors: black, buckskin, cedar, dark brown, flo green, flo orange, green, gun metal, kiwi, md brown/tan, olive, red, rootbeer, royal blue, silver
