The Holidays are here, and there’s a lot to consider. I want to make sure you do the right thing or things. So answer the following:
Are you somebody who regifts things when you get something new?
Why you do it isn’t my business, but what condition do you gift it in? Are the strings frazzled and need replacing? Are you just pawning it off on someone else because it needs a lot of work, and at the same time hoping you look like a good guy? That is not the right thing to do, they may be thankful for it, but the least you could do is be honest about the condition it’s in.
Most Common Replacements
Let’s go over some of the first things you should expect to replace on a crossbow. When we’re finished, you can at least do a thorough check of your old Ravin R5X before gifting it, then we can go over your options.
The strings and cables are going to be the first things to wear out or need to be replaced. How do you know? If you’ve kept track of the last time they were replaced or when you bought your bow, that is really the best way to know if you’re ready for a new R5X string and cable set or not.
It’s typically good to get new strings and cables if it’s been two or more years or you’ve taken around 1,000 shots, depending on your equipment. Some bows, such as high performance ones, need to be replaced more often. A lot more often, like thirty to fifty shots in.
You should frequently inspect the strings and cables. If you notice any fraying, broken strands or loose serving, it’s time to replace them.
To extend the life of your strings and cables be sure to wax and lubricate regularly. If you fail to do so, the replacement may be sooner than the manufacturers expect. The longevity of your equipment isn’t solely on the build quality.
You’re Not Off the Hook Yet
Strings and cables are the most common but not the only thing that should be monitored for damage and possibly need to be replaced. Keep in mind, the following ones are rare and generally only damaged when negligence has taken place. Have you ever dry-fired the crossbow? What about placing the limbs too close to a tree or other object when firing? A dry fire has the ability to damage the crossbow entirely.
If you have and haven’t checked your crossbow for damage, you should. Do you still plan to gift it? I would say, think again! Stop right now, let the things roll in your mind that could happen to this person if you give it to them as it is.
Stop “Trying” To Be a Good Guy, Be One!
Do right by yourself and the recipient of your old Ravin! Do a thorough check of the entire crossbow and make notes of things that need replaced or repaired. Then make them aware of the issues. If you can swing it, you could opt to make the repairs. Either of those choices are you being the good guy, there’s no need to “TRY” to be one, just be one!
While you’re sharing the sport in your own way, even if it’s only so you can justify gifting yourself the TenPoing Flatline 460 Oracle, it is your responsibility to share it safely. If you care about the sport, you’ll support a safe and enjoyable entry for whoever you share it with!
