Matrix Brace Height

[Big Woods]

The string should be about 1/8 off the end of the bumpers when the crossbow is in the uncocked position correct? Just checking.

Thanks!

[vixenmaster]

If'en yer string hasn't set on brace ht. put it 1/2" above yer bumpers!

[ijb]

Assuming your bow is relatively new, the string will likely stretch for a while yet. Thus, setting brace height 1/2" off the bumpers is a good plan as it will slowly creep back towards the bumpers, but will not need to be reset for a while. Think about resetting it again when it is less than 1/4" off the bumpers.

[Big Woods]

The string is stretched and isn't creeping anymore. So should the final brace height be 1/8 off the bumpers?

Thanks!!

[vixenmaster]

The string is stretched and isn't creeping anymore. So should the final brace height be 1/8 off the bumpers?

Thanks!!

Yes if the string has stopped its creepin then put the 1/8" thats good

[robertyb]

The string is stretched and isn't creeping anymore. So should the final brace height be 1/8 off the bumpers?

Thanks!!

I prefer 1/4" off. Saves the S-5s.

[Big Woods]

Good call on the 1/4 off instead of 1/8 as my bumpers are already getting beat up. Is there any disadvantage to having the brace at 1/4?

Thanks!

[frank25]

Twist you bumpers after every couple shots so the string hits in a different spot they seem to last longer

[robertyb]

Good call on the 1/4 off instead of 1/8 as my bumpers are already getting beat up. Is there any disadvantage to having the brace at 1/4?

Thanks!

Not that I have found.

[8ptbuk]

I recommend from 1/4 to 3/16 BH also for a few reasons , First as mentioned to keep from damaging the bumpers and also as you begin hunting you'll see your string start to creep even more because of the time left cocked at max poundage , A little higher BH will keep you from having to adjust it to keep it off the bumpers as often . JMO

[strum]

i don't get to nailed down by brace height.. if its off the bumpers..1/8 -1/4 heck even 1/2 im good. I know that string will work its way down sooner er later..long as its not digging in im happy happy

[JPjunkie]

i don't get to nailed down by brace height.. if its off the bumpers..1/8 -1/4 heck even 1/2 im good. I know that string will work its way down sooner er later..long as its not digging in im happy happy

My old 380 was happy as a pig in mud at a 1/2"

[strum]

i don't get to nailed down by brace height.. if its off the bumpers..1/8 -1/4 heck even 1/2 im good. I know that string will work its way down sooner er later..long as its not digging in im happy happy

My old 380 was happy as a pig in mud at a 1/2"

you had an old 380

[JPjunkie]

i don't get to nailed down by brace height.. if its off the bumpers..1/8 -1/4 heck even 1/2 im good. I know that string will work its way down sooner er later..long as its not digging in im happy happy

My old 380 was happy as a pig in mud at a 1/2"

you had an old 380

Yep and the Lord gave me a new 405

[paulaboutform]

I think as long as you're a minimum of 1/8" off the bumpers you're safe. Personally, Ikeep mine at 3/4" ffrom the split in the rail to the front of the string....which is about 1/4" off the bumpers. I also marked the side of my rail with a sharpy for quick reference. When the front of the string is at the back line of the sharpy my brace height is perfect. You don't need to go too crazy with this unless you're looking for competition type accuracy and shooting very long range. I noticed a change of brace height as little as 1/16" can change my poi at longer ranges. For hunting purposes, close enough is good enough. Good luck.