GAS Ghost XV Pro Series String
The GAS Ghost XV Pro Series String targets precision hunters who want top-end vibration damping and an ultra-smooth shot feel by using an advanced blended fiber construction and pro-level serving and silencers. While it typically carries a premium over entry-level and custom budget strings, that added cost is reflected in improved stealth and refined tune stability in field conditions compared with mass-market pre-stretched options.
Extreme energy return
Near-zero creep
Extreme energy return
Near-zero creep
Review Summary
"The GAS Ghost XV Pro Series is widely rated as a top-tier, fast and quiet hunting string with very low creep; long-term users report excellent durability and consistent tune. It commands a premium price, but most buyers feel the performance merits it."
Vibe-smoothing hush
Engineered for high-speed hunting setups with low-stretch, consistent performance
Vibe-smoothing hush
Engineered for high-speed hunting setups with low-stretch, consistent performance
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The GAS Ghost XV Pro Series String targets precision hunters who want top-end vibration damping and an ultra-smooth shot feel by using an advanced blended fiber construction and pro-level serving and silencers. While it typically carries a premium over entry-level and custom budget strings, that added cost is reflected in improved stealth and refined tune stability in field conditions compared with mass-market pre-stretched options.
Extreme energy return
Near-zero creep
Vibe-smoothing hush
Engineered for high-speed hunting setups with low-stretch, consistent performance
Pre-stretched construction provides instant tuning stability and shot-to-shot consistency
Extreme energy return
Near-zero creep
Vibe-smoothing hush
Engineered for high-speed hunting setups with low-stretch, consistent performance
Pre-stretched construction provides instant tuning stability and shot-to-shot consistency
$90-160 CAD
GAS Ghost XV targets hunters and target shooters who want a slick, ultra-smooth string built from a hybrid fiber blend that reduces vibration and improves shot-to-shot feel, making it a technical leader among waxed strings. Priced comparably to other high-end offerings like BCY, its specialized construction offers measurable advantages in noise reduction and hand-feel that entry-level choices such as Vapor Trail or Winners Choice cannot match.
Extreme energy return
Cold-weather stable
Extreme energy return
Cold-weather stable
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise the Ghost XV for exceptional quietness, longevity, and tight nock fit after prolonged use; criticisms focus on cost and a slightly stiffer feel for some archers."
Low maintenance design
Constructed to minimize noise and vibration—suitable for stealthy hunting setups.
Low maintenance design
Constructed to minimize noise and vibration—suitable for stealthy hunting setups.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
GAS Ghost XV targets hunters and target shooters who want a slick, ultra-smooth string built from a hybrid fiber blend that reduces vibration and improves shot-to-shot feel, making it a technical leader among waxed strings. Priced comparably to other high-end offerings like BCY, its specialized construction offers measurable advantages in noise reduction and hand-feel that entry-level choices such as Vapor Trail or Winners Choice cannot match.
Extreme energy return
Cold-weather stable
Low maintenance design
Constructed to minimize noise and vibration—suitable for stealthy hunting setups.
Factory-waxed with robust servings to prevent slippage and resist contamination.
Extreme energy return
Cold-weather stable
Low maintenance design
Constructed to minimize noise and vibration—suitable for stealthy hunting setups.
Factory-waxed with robust servings to prevent slippage and resist contamination.
$80-140 CAD
The GAS Ghost XV Custom Bowstring positions itself as a market leader for stealth-oriented hunting setups, combining ultra-low-stretch fibers with noise- and vibration-damping design tailored for custom lengths. Technically focused like the ABB Platinum Plus but optimized for audible and vibrational suppression, it often sits at a mid-to-high price point and appeals to hunters who want both refined performance and a quieter shot signature compared with the more economy-centered 60X and Winners Choice offerings.
Waxed smooth glide
Ultra-quiet nock
Waxed smooth glide
Ultra-quiet nock
Review Summary
"Widely considered a top-tier custom string known for extreme quietness, tight serving work, and long life; competitive archers frequently choose it for repeatable performance, with most feedback highly positive aside from price and occasional lead times. Very high satisfaction among experienced users."
Ghostly slim profile
Ghost XV material engineered for low friction and a quiet shot signature ideal for hunting
Ghostly slim profile
Ghost XV material engineered for low friction and a quiet shot signature ideal for hunting
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
The GAS Ghost XV Custom Bowstring positions itself as a market leader for stealth-oriented hunting setups, combining ultra-low-stretch fibers with noise- and vibration-damping design tailored for custom lengths. Technically focused like the ABB Platinum Plus but optimized for audible and vibrational suppression, it often sits at a mid-to-high price point and appeals to hunters who want both refined performance and a quieter shot signature compared with the more economy-centered 60X and Winners Choice offerings.
Waxed smooth glide
Ultra-quiet nock
Ghostly slim profile
Ghost XV material engineered for low friction and a quiet shot signature ideal for hunting
Pre-stretched and served to minimize initial stretch and maintain consistent performance
Waxed smooth glide
Ultra-quiet nock
Ghostly slim profile
Ghost XV material engineered for low friction and a quiet shot signature ideal for hunting
Pre-stretched and served to minimize initial stretch and maintain consistent performance
$65-135 CAD
BCY's X99 custom cable sets leverage ultrahigh-modulus fibers that offer some of the lowest stretch and greatest tensile strength available, making them the technical leader for tuners chasing absolute consistency and long service life. They tend to be pricier than mass-market sets but outperform many competitors in creep resistance and edge-case durability, giving a clear advantage for precision-tuned hunting bows.
Extreme stability
Lightweight speed
Extreme stability
Lightweight speed
Review Summary
"BCY X99 custom cables are consistently praised as top-tier for build quality, ultra-consistent materials and long-term stability, making them a go-to for serious shooters despite a premium price. Very high satisfaction and reliability in repeated use."
Custom color pop
Made from BCY X99 high-modulus parallel fiber for minimal stretch.
Custom color pop
Made from BCY X99 high-modulus parallel fiber for minimal stretch.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
BCY's X99 custom cable sets leverage ultrahigh-modulus fibers that offer some of the lowest stretch and greatest tensile strength available, making them the technical leader for tuners chasing absolute consistency and long service life. They tend to be pricier than mass-market sets but outperform many competitors in creep resistance and edge-case durability, giving a clear advantage for precision-tuned hunting bows.
Extreme stability
Lightweight speed
Custom color pop
Made from BCY X99 high-modulus parallel fiber for minimal stretch.
Precision-built to exact brace heights and cam specifications.
Extreme stability
Lightweight speed
Custom color pop
Made from BCY X99 high-modulus parallel fiber for minimal stretch.
Precision-built to exact brace heights and cam specifications.
$130-260 CAD
Bohning Poly Grip Serving
Bohning Poly Grip Serving pairs a tacky polymer surface with a resilient core, giving installers faster, cleaner wraps and improved adhesion for end-loop builds and nocking points; its higher per-spool price is often justified by reduced rework and superior field performance. Technically it differs from plain braided threads like BCY 3D by prioritizing grip and shock resistance, making it especially attractive where slip-resistance and wet-weather retention matter. Compared to pre-made loops such as Winners Choice or Pine Ridge Nitro, Bohning's serving lets hunters create custom-fit loops and precise peep seats with better control over finish and feel.
Polymer grip feel
Smooth nock travel
Polymer grip feel
Smooth nock travel
Review Summary
"Highly regarded for its excellent grip and abrasion resistance; reviewers note it holds up extremely well under heavy use with minimal stretch."
Velcro-like bite
Poly Grip material offers enhanced traction for nocking and finger placement in the field
Velcro-like bite
Poly Grip material offers enhanced traction for nocking and finger placement in the field
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Bohning Poly Grip Serving pairs a tacky polymer surface with a resilient core, giving installers faster, cleaner wraps and improved adhesion for end-loop builds and nocking points; its higher per-spool price is often justified by reduced rework and superior field performance. Technically it differs from plain braided threads like BCY 3D by prioritizing grip and shock resistance, making it especially attractive where slip-resistance and wet-weather retention matter. Compared to pre-made loops such as Winners Choice or Pine Ridge Nitro, Bohning's serving lets hunters create custom-fit loops and precise peep seats with better control over finish and feel.
Polymer grip feel
Smooth nock travel
Velcro-like bite
Poly Grip material offers enhanced traction for nocking and finger placement in the field
Designed for easy application on both compound and recurve hunting bow strings
Polymer grip feel
Smooth nock travel
Velcro-like bite
Poly Grip material offers enhanced traction for nocking and finger placement in the field
Designed for easy application on both compound and recurve hunting bow strings
$10-20 CAD
Bowjax Ultra Bow Jax II Dampener holds a top position thanks to its compact, highly effective damping pads that are popular for delivering balanced noise and vibration suppression without significant added mass. Compared with bulkier strap-style or dual-clamp silencers, Bowjax offers a middle ground—better tuned than the cheapest options and more lightweight than some premium lab-grade products—giving hunters a strong technical compromise between stealth and arrow speed. Financially, it sits at a midrange price but often represents the best value for shooters seeking consistent, low-profile dampening.
Max shock absorption
Wraps contact area
Max shock absorption
Wraps contact area
Review Summary
"The Bowjax Ultra (Bow Jax II) is widely regarded as a top-tier dampener that noticeably cuts vibration and improves shot feel; users cite high build quality and longevity, with the higher price justified by performance. Some note installation and tuning take a little time, but long-term satisfaction is high."
Sponge-like hush
Hollow, flexible construction absorbs vibration and reduces handshock effectively.
Sponge-like hush
Hollow, flexible construction absorbs vibration and reduces handshock effectively.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Bowjax Ultra Bow Jax II Dampener holds a top position thanks to its compact, highly effective damping pads that are popular for delivering balanced noise and vibration suppression without significant added mass. Compared with bulkier strap-style or dual-clamp silencers, Bowjax offers a middle ground—better tuned than the cheapest options and more lightweight than some premium lab-grade products—giving hunters a strong technical compromise between stealth and arrow speed. Financially, it sits at a midrange price but often represents the best value for shooters seeking consistent, low-profile dampening.
Max shock absorption
Wraps contact area
Sponge-like hush
Hollow, flexible construction absorbs vibration and reduces handshock effectively.
Dual-material design balances softness for noise control with firmness for longevity.
Max shock absorption
Wraps contact area
Sponge-like hush
Hollow, flexible construction absorbs vibration and reduces handshock effectively.
Dual-material design balances softness for noise control with firmness for longevity.
$25-50 CAD
The Bohning Bow String Serving Kit is a specialized, repair-focused product that excels at quick, field-ready serving and minor string repairs for hunting bows. Unlike full builder kits from BCY or 60X, Bohning concentrates on serving tools and materials, offering a compact, cost-effective solution when you need to re-serve a nocking point or repair wear without rebuilding an entire string. That specialization makes it the most financially sensible choice for hunters who primarily need maintenance capability rather than full custom string construction.
Smooth serving thread
Pro-level tension
Smooth serving thread
Pro-level tension
Review Summary
"Reviewers praise Bohning's serving kit for durable, precise tools and outstanding serving thread quality that holds up over time. A few mention sparse instructions but professional users recommend it for repeat use."
Micro-precision finish
Focused serving kit with precision serving tool and quality Bohning serving thread.
Micro-precision finish
Focused serving kit with precision serving tool and quality Bohning serving thread.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The Bohning Bow String Serving Kit is a specialized, repair-focused product that excels at quick, field-ready serving and minor string repairs for hunting bows. Unlike full builder kits from BCY or 60X, Bohning concentrates on serving tools and materials, offering a compact, cost-effective solution when you need to re-serve a nocking point or repair wear without rebuilding an entire string. That specialization makes it the most financially sensible choice for hunters who primarily need maintenance capability rather than full custom string construction.
Smooth serving thread
Pro-level tension
Micro-precision finish
Focused serving kit with precision serving tool and quality Bohning serving thread.
Ideal for repairing or reinforcing nocking points and limb loops on hunting bows.
Smooth serving thread
Pro-level tension
Micro-precision finish
Focused serving kit with precision serving tool and quality Bohning serving thread.
Ideal for repairing or reinforcing nocking points and limb loops on hunting bows.
$50-120 CAD