1st time poster on the wall. I made the switch to a recurve a year ago now and love every second of it. I started with a Samick Sage at 40lb and now am shooting a brand new Black Widow PSA X at 50lb. When I hunted with the Samick this fall I didn't really care if it got dinged up a little but I want to keep the Widow looking nice. My questions are related to eastern whitetail and western big game hunting.

What do you guys use to hang the bow when hunting out of a treestand? I just used a screw in bow hanger and they did mark up the limbs a little bit. Is there a better idea?

I have a Mountain Goat hunt this coming fall and curious if you coastal mountain hunters do anything special for the wet weather?

Does anyone take down the bow when hiking through the alder and black timber and then assemble it in the alpine? I would like to keep both hands free to use hiking sticks.

If you are going hunting and take the bow to the woods , somewhere along the way it is going to get dinged-up. Bow socks might be a good idea. Maybe you should get heavier limbs for the Sage and keep the Widow at home. They are pretty bows to look at but were made to take to the woods.

There is a camo limb wrap that only sticks to itself and not the bow. It eliminates any sticky stuff on the limbs but will help protect them from scratches and dings. You can also make your own limb covers.

From my tree stand I usually find/cut a branch to hang my bow, if available.

As far as taking the bow down, that's really up to you. I can't speak from any real experience but if that's what you what to do then do it.. We learn our best lessons from experience.

I don't use any of my bows to hammer things, or pry up rocks, so they stay in pretty good shape. If you are afraid to scratch the bow, then leave it home. My bows are tools, and scratches are character marks that tell a story of an adventure. As mentioned, you can get limb covers or such, but I sure wouldn't worry about a few little dents. Bows were made to use, not look at.

I have to agree that small dings are a part of bowhunting, however as far as you goat hunt goes. Keep it broke down in your pack until your ready to make the your stalk. You should have plenty of time to put it together before getting into position for the shot. Bob

Thank you for the input guys. Raptor, that is exactly the answer I was looking for.

Is feather-dri the best product for fletching or is something else better?

I will plan on bringing an extra pre shot string along also. Any other things I might be missing?

I use "No Snow" Biscuit and Feather Water repellent by Carolina Archery Products. Good Luck and have fun! C

If you're going to do a mountain goat hunt, best to bring along a back up bow to leave at base camp. Stuff happens that could end your hunt very quickly if you don't have a backup. Regardless of how you try to protect it, it's going to get a few scratches and nicks on a goat hunt.

I agree with Raptor about the Stiktamers, they are a pretty good product in my experience....which reminds me I need to order some. I understand you wanting to keep the bow pristine, they cost a good penny and nobody likes getting a scratch or ding on any new bow. My first BW never got a scratch on it before I sold it (although I never took it hunting, lol), but my current BW is in excellent shape after it's first season is winding down. Just be careful with it the best you can is all I can tell ya.....they're eventually gonna get marked up if you hunt with them.

brettpsu - Bring about SIX extra bowstrings with you on your trip. "S**T" happens when you are far from home. Good luck on your trip.

keep the bow on your lap at the ready,,,hanging on hooks makes for excess moment.

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