New Diamond has thrown 4 different peep sites. Im about to lose it.

[Gun&BowSD]

Shot compounds my whole life. This year I bought a Diamond Edge Max and it has thrown 4 peep sites. The stock from the shop original, and three more tied by three different bow techs from different establishments. I am losing my mind. Its elbow deep into archery season and I can't even get my 20 dialed because it throws it and I start over. Throws, start over. Im about to throw it off a bridge. Does anybody have any idea? My D loop alignment is good, string stop distance good, I mean, its a brand new bow. What gives? New strings starts to loosen yeah, but this last one was tied in so well I was confident in the fix, until about arrow 8 and she was gone too. Has anybody ever heard of a bow throwing multiple peeps? For apparently no reason.

 

[xcutter]

I have lost a couple of peeps on one particular bow. My issue was not tieing them in correctly. Look up Bowmar or Tim Gillingham version of tieing in peeps. Haven't had any issues since I went to this method.

 

[justified07]

The only time I ever lost a peep is when I was setting it, untied, and went into my process and executed the shot. I've never lost one tied in. Maybe yours are not tied in well enough. As said above, look up Bowmar, Gillingham, and Hamskea for solid tie in methods. Right now mine is only tied in around the diameter as I am settling into d-loop height and peep location... it still doesn't move only being tied in like that.

 

[Gun&BowSD]

I would like to agree with the ties, however like I said it was tied by three different techs, in different ways. Also, the original peep from the factory. Once is annoying, twice is a problem, 4 times is something else. However, I do appreciate the input and I will look into those videos.

 

[justified07]

I would like to agree with the ties, however like I said it was tied by three different techs, in different ways. Also, the original peep from the factory. Once is annoying, twice is a problem, 4 times is something else. However, I do appreciate the input and I will look into those videos.

Maybe pick up another peep, like a Hamskea. Hot Shot, Specialty, or RAD Super Deuce. Who knows, maybe that is the issue. It's worth a shot.... I can't imagine the frustration.

 

[sclb745]

When tying peeps in, always use string material instead of traditional serving. The serving, if tied too tightly, can cut into strands of the string. Then, you'll be back on here asking if your string is ok to shoot because you've got a couple strands fraying near your peep.

 

[FacePlant]

As much as I think Bowmar is a tool, he does have a pretty good video tying in a peep using a constrictor knot. I’ve been using that for the last 3 string sets and have yet to lose one. Also wax the serving thread first! If your near the Sioux Falls area, PM me and I can give you a hand with it.
Here’s the way I do it.

 

[dtrkyman]

Sounds like maybe your string does not have enough twists in it? Also if it is tied around the actual peep not the serving on the string it should never come out!

 

[Mighty Mouse]

The Hamskea method utilizes two separate pieces of serving wrapped around the body of the peep and tied off to the string on opposite sides. It may seem like overkill, but I have never lost a peep using this method.

How To Tie In Your Peep

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www.hamskeaarchery.com

 

[Chris in TN]

This isn't advice and most certainly isn't criticism, just me expressing surprise, I guess....

I shot bows for literally years, killed deer with them, that the peep was never tied in at all. I wonder if the issue is the string stop causing a sudden stop versus a more gradual stop in the pre-stop days?

 

[Scoot]

They aren't tied in correctly. 3 different people did it wrong.

 

[SDHNTR]

This is virtually impossible if the peep is actually tied in correctly, or even at all.

 

[JRMiller]

This isn't advice and most certainly isn't criticism, just me expressing surprise, I guess....

I shot bows for literally years, killed deer with them, that the peep was never tied in at all. I wonder if the issue is the string stop causing a sudden stop versus a more gradual stop in the pre-stop days?

I'm fairly new to bows myself, but this was my first thought as well, the string stop.
I would think the string must oscillate pretty wildly if the stop is to far to close.

 

[Foxsoup]

Your peep hasn’t been tied in correctly… but just incase, grab a tape measure and check your bow is within spec. Axel to axel and brace height.
Take a look at the string above and below the serving, make sure the string looks to have an even pattern to its twists. A loose and overtightened bow string can both cause a peep to come loose

 

[BigSky]

I'm no expert but frankly I don't see how this is even possible. I'm not doubting you Gun&BowSD. I often on my first tie of my peep only tie around the peep and the strings with no tying in up the sides of the string. I do a wrap with a single knot on bottom, half a wrap and a single knot on the top, half a wrap and a single knot on the bottom then a final half wrap to the top with a double knot and burned ends. I do this for the first 100 or so shots so that it is easy to make adjustments. After that I do the more permanent tie-in. I've never had a single one ever move doing that.

 

[blackveltbowhunter]

What type of peep? What is the bow poundage? Is the bow shooting well aside from the peep flying out? I agree it is not tied in correct. But some variables can make a peep more prone to coming out. I have never had a personal peep come out, but occasionally certain setups need a different techniques.

If its a self aligning peep make sure the rubber is not to tight. Especially if the bow poundage is low.

The standard cheap plastic peeps that often come with those bows in a package are prone to deforming. If the shop is not replacing with a better product then it could be the cause of the problem, especially if they are not cinching the barrel during the tie.

A picture would help alot to diagnose the possible root issue. At minimum get a silver pen and mark your peep location. That will get you really close if comes out again and save some time returning to zero.