Custom Bowstring Replacement for Compound and Recurve Bows
Archery Sarasota builds custom bow strings for compound and recurve bows, ordered online and installed on site in Sarasota, Florida. Every string is made with BCY 452 Extra material , a pre-stretched blend of SK75 Dyneema and Vectran trusted by top string makers for stable peak weight, minimal creep, and consistent long-term performance. Compound string and cable sets are $150. Recurve or single strings are $100. Installation is billed separately at pickup: $50 for a standard like-for-like replacement, or $100 per hour for a full personal tune.
You choose the maker (GAS Bowstrings or ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings), your two colors (twisted 50/50), your bow specs, and we handle the rest. String orders pair perfectly with a precision bow tune when you drop off your bow. By appointment only , your session is never rushed and your bow is never shared.
How Much Do Custom Bow Strings Cost?
You are ordering strings only , not installation. Installation is a separate fee collected at pickup. All strings built with BCY 452 Extra material, your choice of GAS or ThreadZ brand, 50/50 two-color twist.
Compound Bow , String & Cable Set
Full string and cable set for your compound bow. Includes custom string built to your bow specs, cable set, BCY 452 Extra material, your choice of GAS or ThreadZ brand, and 50/50 two-color twist. Paid online when you order.
Recurve or Single String
Single string for recurve, longbow, or any other single-string setup. Custom built to your bow specs with BCY 452 Extra material, your choice of GAS or ThreadZ brand, and 50/50 two-color twist. Paid online when you order.
Do You Install the Strings You Build?
String cost is paid online when you order. Installation is a separate fee collected when you pick up your bow. Choose the level of service you need.
Standard Install
We replace your string like-for-like , same specs, no personal tuning. Your bow leaves shooting the way it did before, with a fresh string. This is the right option if your bow was already set up the way you want it.
Full Tune
We install your strings and tune the bow specifically to you , cam timing, draw length, nocking point, rest alignment, and more. This is the right option if you want the bow dialed in for your shot, not just replaced. Pairs with our full bow tuning process.
What Colors Are Available for Custom Bow Strings?
Every string is built with two colors twisted together , 50% Color 1, 50% Color 2. You can pick two different colors for a custom look, or the same color twice for a solid appearance. The chart below shows every available color for both GAS and ThreadZ strings.
Which Is Better: GAS Bowstrings or ThreadZ?
Both makers use the same BCY 452 Extra material and the same color palette. The difference is lead time and build style.
GAS Bowstrings
Premium custom strings with a longer build window. GAS is one of the most respected string makers in the industry, trusted by professional archers across hunting and target disciplines. Their strings are known for stability, quiet performance, and clean servings.
ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings
Fast-turnaround custom strings with the same material and color options as GAS. ThreadZ is a great choice when you need strings sooner or when build queues are long elsewhere. Same BCY 452 Extra, same 50+ color palette.
How It Works
From order to install, here is exactly what happens. No surprises, no hidden steps.
Fill Out the Order Form
Tell us your bow details, arrow setup, string brand preference, and two colors. Takes about three minutes. If you are not sure about a detail like string length, you can leave it blank , we will verify it when your bow arrives.
Pay for Your Strings
After submitting the form, you will be sent to Square to pay for the strings ($100 recurve or $150 compound). Payment locks in your order so we can start building. Installation is not paid here , that is collected at pickup.
We Confirm and Build
We contact you by phone or email to confirm your order and review any details that need clarification. Once confirmed, the string maker (GAS or ThreadZ) begins the build. We will tell you the expected completion date up front.
Drop Off Your Bow
When your strings are ready, bring your bow to our studio at 7524 Castle Dr, Sarasota. We will never ask you to drop off your bow before the strings are built and in hand. You can drop off, pick up later, or stay and watch , your choice.
Pay Install at Pickup
Installation is collected when you pick up your bow: $50 for a standard like-for-like replacement, or $100 per hour for a full tune. That is the whole process. New strings, your bow dialed in, ready to shoot.
Place Your Order
Fill out the form below to order your custom strings. Installation ($50 standard or $100/hr full tune) is paid separately at pickup. After submitting, you will be directed to Square to complete payment for the strings.
Step 2: Pay Your String Deposit
After submitting the form above, click the button that matches your bow. This pays for the string materials only , installation is collected at pickup.
Payment locks in your order so we can start the build. Questions? Call or text 941-322-7146.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about custom bowstring orders at Archery Sarasota.
How much does a custom bow string cost in Florida?
A custom compound bow string and cable set is $150, built with BCY 452 Extra material from GAS Bowstrings or ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings. A recurve or single string is $100. Both prices are for the strings only. Installation is separate: $50 for a like-for-like replacement, or $100 per hour for a full tune. All installation fees are collected at pickup.
Why should I get a custom bow string instead of a factory replacement?
Custom strings built with BCY 452 Extra outperform factory replacements on consistency, peak weight stability, and creep resistance. Factory strings are mass-produced to hit a price point, not engineered to hold peak weight shot after shot. A custom string from GAS Bowstrings or ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings is built to your bow’s exact spec, in the colors you choose, with premium material , and it lasts longer. For compound shooters especially, a fresh custom string can bring an older bow back to factory-fresh performance.
What is the difference between GAS Bowstrings and ThreadZ?
Both brands use the same BCY 452 Extra material and offer the same color options. The difference is lead time and build technique. GAS Bowstrings typically takes 2+ weeks but is widely regarded as one of the best custom string makers in the industry. ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings typically turns around in a few days. Both are excellent performance strings. If you have no preference, either is a great choice.
Why is BCY 452 Extra worth more than a cheaper string?
Cheaper strings usually use older or lower-grade fibers that stretch, creep, and lose peak weight faster. BCY 452 Extra is a pre-stretched SK75 Dyneema and Vectran blend engineered specifically for performance compound and recurve bows. It holds peak weight longer, serving stays tight, and the string stays quiet. On a bow you shoot regularly, the difference between premium BCY 452 Extra and a budget string shows up as fewer tuning visits and a string that actually lasts 12+ months instead of stretching out in half that time.
What material are your custom bow strings made from?
Every custom bow string we build uses BCY 452 Extra material, one of the most trusted performance string materials in the industry. BCY 452 Extra is a pre-stretched blend of SK75 Dyneema and Vectran that delivers minimal creep, stable peak weight, and consistent performance over the life of the string.
How often should I replace my bow string?
We recommend replacing your bow string every 12 months. Even if the string looks fine, the fibers stretch and fatigue under peak weight cycling, which slowly shifts your bow’s tune, changes your draw length, and affects arrow flight. A yearly replacement keeps your bow consistent shot after shot. If you shoot competitively or hunt hard, you may want to replace more often.
What are the signs I need a new bow string?
Look for fuzzing or fraying between the serving ends, peep rotation that will not stay true, loose or separating serving, wax flaking off, visible fiber damage, or a sudden shift in your arrow grouping even with the same form. If your string has been on the bow for 12+ months, you are due for a replacement regardless of how it looks.
Do I need to know my bow string length to order?
No. If the length is printed on your bow or in your owner’s manual, include it on the form. If not, give us the bow brand, make, and model and we will look it up or verify it when your bow arrives for installation.
Can you match my existing string colors?
Yes , as long as your current colors exist in the BCY 452 Extra color chart on this page, we can match them. Bring the bow in or text a clear photo to 941-322-7146 and we will confirm. If your old string uses a color that has been discontinued, we will help you pick the closest match.
What if I want the same color for both Color 1 and Color 2?
Just select the same color in both dropdowns. That gives you a solid-looking string with no twist contrast. It is a common choice , totally valid.
Can I order strings without bringing my bow in?
Yes. You can order custom strings and pick them up to install yourself or have them installed elsewhere. Just note that in the order form. The $50 installation fee only applies if Archery Sarasota performs the installation.
Do you build custom crossbow strings?
We do not build crossbow strings in-house, but we order them for you from the same trusted custom string makers , GAS Bowstrings and ThreadZ Custom Bow Strings , using BCY 452 Extra material. The process is the same as everything on this page: give us your crossbow brand, make, and model, we will confirm the correct string, place the order, and install it at the shop.
Do you ship custom bow strings outside Florida?
Yes. We ship custom strings anywhere in the US. You will install the string yourself or have a local shop install it. Ordering works the same as on this page , just let us know you need the string shipped, provide your shipping address when we confirm the order, and we will send it once it is built.
Do you serve customers outside of Sarasota?
Yes. We serve customers from across Florida , Tampa, Bradenton, Venice, North Port, Fort Myers, Naples, Orlando, Miami, and Lakewood Ranch. If you are making the trip, call or text 941-322-7146 in advance so we can coordinate your drop-off and pickup timing.
How long does it take to get a custom bow string?
Turnaround depends on the string maker and current build queue. GAS is typically 2+ weeks. ThreadZ is typically a few days. We confirm your exact timeline when we confirm your order so you know when to bring your bow in. We never ask you to drop off your bow until the strings are built and ready to install.
Ready to Order Your Strings?
Fill out the order form above. We will have your custom strings ready when you arrive. By appointment only , your time is never rushed.
Order Your Strings