Dialed In: The Bow Maintenance Ritual Every Archer Needs

Welcome back to the Soul Summit Podcast – Presented by Her Outdoor Journey and proudly sponsored by Maven Optics, Bakcou E-Bikes, HOYT Archery, onX Maps, and Sawyer Products!

In this episode, Courtney Prete shares the essential compound bow maintenance ritual every archer needs to keep their setup dialed, reliable, and field-ready. Whether you're new to archery or have a decade of seasons under your belt, this is the confidence-boosting episode you didn’t know you needed.

As spring and summer give us breathing room before fall hunts, it’s the perfect season to reconnect with your gear, clean up, and dial in the details that make a huge difference in performance and your overall consistency as an archer.

We walk through Courtney’s full bow care routine, break down how each part works together, and talk about easy mistakes that cost big. From tuning tips to storage advice, you’ll leave this episode with a checklist, a plan, and a new level of gear awareness.

In This Episode:

• How to visually inspect your bow every time you shoot
  
  
• The do’s and don’ts of string care—including the wax vs. no-wax debate
  
  
• Why cam timing matters—and how to catch issues early
  
  
• Smart seasonal storage tips to keep your bow safe from moisture, heat, and wear
  
  
• Common mistakes that can ruin your setup
  
  
• Why maintenance is a mindset, and how it deepens your trust in your gear
  
  

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