String Peep Recommendations and Tips

cnalder

cnalder

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I've been hunting big game for the past 20 years and have never used a peep on my string. In the last 5 i've tried a couple times in the spring but have always been frustrated how it restricts my vision down range so have always removed. I've mostly hunted for elk, have harvested some nice onces, but am going to primarily target mulies in the future. I expect this will require longer shots. Shooting with my friends that use peeps, they definitely are much more accurate the further out you get.

I plan on getting my bow re-setup and shooting in the garage this winter to get used to a peep. What peep and size would you recommend? Would you recommend lining up the sight ring with the peep or center the pin with the peep? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
 
CrimsonArrow

CrimsonArrow

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Get one just big enough to encircle the entire sight, that makes consistent centering easier. A bigger peep will also let more light into your eye. I would also recommend using a peep without the rubber alignment tube, it's just one more thing to fail when you're out in the woods. G5 makes a good peep, but they're all pretty much the same.
 
nvarcher

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Probably a 3/16 or 1/4. If you want a really big Field of view go with a 5/16, one of these will work for you. Most likely the 1/4.


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sjsmallfield

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x2 on going with the peep WITHOUT the rubber alignment tube. After having one break while drawing on a deer and a turkey in the same year I have now switched with no regret.
 
wapiti66

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Im with Crimson Arrow, get a peep that fits tight around the outside of your entire site at full draw, this will keep you consistent. The next step is to keep it from twisting as you draw. Once you get the right size and have it square to your site at full draw you are going to like the results. I don't really think brand matters much, but I use G5.
 
velvetfvr

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Get a tubeless peep. And depending on the sight housing, either 1/4" or 3/16". I use the 3/16, and I don't recommend the g5. Had it slice right through my bow string. Only use red eye.


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tdcour

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I know what you mean about restricting vision. I shoot with a 1/4" peep and still would like to see better. I am very right eye dominant, so I started shooting with both eyes open last year. It has made a huge difference. On the longer shots (50+ yards) I still have to squint my left eye, but I don't ever close it even when I shoot at 100 yards. I don't know what sight you are using, but I switched to a Black Gold Ascent slider sight with 3 pins. I had a 7 pin setup, but it was a cluster counting pins and they just got in the way when I was aiming at anything. I would also recommend decluttering you sight as well to help with your vision. The biggest thing is just getting used to it. I would just not consider it an option to take it off anymore and just try to get used to it as best you can. The longer it is on there, the less you will notice the difference.
 
lp2506

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I shoot a G5 1/4". Do not use the tube. I train my d-loop so when I draw the peep lines up perfectly. Not sure how your vision is but they also make peeps with a lens in them. Either a rectifier or a clarifier. Good luck.
 
trophyhill

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G5 3/16 for me without the peep tube. it fit's the outside of my sight housing perfectly keeping my shots consistent at all ranges. i'm a both eyes open shooter. if you don't slide your peep up or down without pressing your bow it won't cut your string.
 
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you can get a Specialty Archery hooded super peep. they come with a housing and then you can get whatever adapter inserts to go into it. this allows you to customize the peep to you. currently i am shooting one without any insert for bowhunting. it is pretty close to 1/4 with no insert.

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cnalder

cnalder

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So, I installed a G5 1/4" peep and all has gone well. In the past with other peeps I felt I lost lots of visability but with this one I don't feel I have. I have been shooting a few times and they only time it bothers me is when the sun is in my eyes. I may even go down to the 3/16" in the near future. And yes, I have definitely noticed better accuracy at 40+ yards. Maybe its here to stay on my bow string.

Thanks all.
 
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bullofthewoodsjr

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sjsmallfield said:
x2 on going with the peep WITHOUT the rubber alignment tube. After having one break while drawing on a deer and a turkey in the same year I have now switched with no regret.
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What's the trick to keep the peep from twisting? I'm having issues with the string getting in the way of my sightline to pins.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
 
tdcour

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Agree with wapiti. The only other thing is to make sure your d loop is in line with the peep. My peep always faces the same whether at rest or full draw.
 
cnalder

cnalder

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Mine has always twisted just a little. What I do and recommended by a shop I really respect is keep my peep and release loop in line with each other. Every time I draw the peep comes into perfect alignment.
 
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siwulat

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I'm having issues with my peep not lining up when I draw, and the issue is my d-loop is not aligned correctly. Anybody have any good tutorials on retying a d-loop? Ideally I'd like to simple loosen it and move it, but I can't get the knots to cooperate. I'm an absolute novice when it comes to this so any help is appreciated. I'm hoping to avoid taking it to a shop.
 
ceby7

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siwulat said:
I'm having issues with my peep not lining up when I draw, and the issue is my d-loop is not aligned correctly. Anybody have any good tutorials on retying a d-loop? Ideally I'd like to simple loosen it and move it, but I can't get the knots to cooperate. I'm an absolute novice when it comes to this so any help is appreciated. I'm hoping to avoid taking it to a shop.
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Your best bet is to tie a new one, you risk separating your serving trying to loosen and move your old one. Make sure you tie the upper and lower knots in opposite directions. I don't have any specific tutorials but YouTube will have good videos.

Here is a great article for someone new to archery tuning like yourself, should definitely help you out.
http://www.rokslide.com/2012-01-09-05-12-00/archery/353-setting-up-your-bow-diy-style
 
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siwulat

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Thanks for that website, very helpful. It took me a bit to figure out the cinch knot but I got it. D-loop fixed...DIY style. Not a huge deal but for a total novice I was excited lol. Thanks again
 
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WapitiBob

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Grab the serving with needle nose pliers and simply twist the loop, then use the pliers to tighten the bejeezus outta the loop. Rotate string to get the peep/loop combo to line up correctly. Bottom string loop 1/2 twist is usually 1/4 turn on the peep. Top string loop is 1/3 or so.
 
25contender

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After I have my peep right and served in I take a can of flat black spray paint and lightly dust the peep with it. This will eliminate any glare.
 
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