Matrix 380 extra , where is the 2 lines ?

[MAB]

Hi everybody, This is the first time I participate to a forum. I bought my first xbow and it is the matrix 380 extra. Last weekend, I assemble it but I did not yet try it, I cannot wait for the weekend
Question: For the Matrix 380 extra , according to the video there 2 lines where the string should be sitting(I dont see the lines). Also my string is about 5/8 inch from the ’riser’, if there is no 2 lines is 5/8 inch righ? I intend to buy a second string ready(tested) to go for hunting.
thx for your help

[massbow]

I have the 355 and they say keep the string just off the reds. When you find your sweet spot mark it on the side of the barrel and mantian that.

[JPjunkie]

My 380 didnt have the lines neither but I keep 3/8 of an inch between string and rubber seems to be working great

[Deerstalker]

IMO, you don't need the lines. I have the S5s on my Equinox which I believe are similar to the 380 REDS, rubber bumpers. I have found that the best setting for accuracy is to keep the string 1 to 2 string widths off the S5 bumpers. As the string stretches you can adjust the length by putting a CCW twist into the string. CCW as looking into the end of the string. I also rotate the bumpers after several shots to increase the bumper life. Hope this helps & welcome to the forum.

[Bones]

A lot of shooter's will have different brace height's , which is'nt wrong but I was told about 1/16 ? I hold mine between 1/16 and an 1/8 ? off the rubbers, See what the majority think's and go with that .

[ranger]

I thought the same thing when I got my 380 but I then just set the string about 1 string thickness from the bumper,I think from being strung when I got mine the string had stretched out a bit, took about 8-10 twists and it was where I wanted it.

[ranger]

A lot of shooter's will have different brace height's , which is'nt wrong but I was told about 1/16 ? I hold mine between 1/16 and an 1/8 ? off the rubbers, See what the majority think's and go with that .

I guess that's where mine is at, about a 1/8th.

[Boo]

Start at 1/4" between the bumpers and the string. Go higher first but you'll likely find what you want less than 1/4".

[MAB]

Thx to all. After work, I stop at my dealer. He told me to keep the bumper at 1/16 to 1/8. He also told me to cork the crossbow( safety on) and mesure 13.13 from the trigger.....And mark a Line. This is where the string should be.

My crossbow is new And it is at 12.9 ......after a few arrows it should get a bit longer.

Thx again, I need to buy a target and wait for Saturday.

[Onetimeonly x-->]

Nice bow and welcome.
Scott

[newbie]

Just curious if the string is set at 1/8" from bumpers what is the brace height from the riser? I have some if tinks style bumpers and was wondering where mine is in relation to the REDS.

[Bobby B]

Glad to have seen this post. Cabelas put it together, and I should have thought about that when I got home. The string actually sits on the S5 pads. Also, I put one end of the rope cocker on the string and actually have to pull the string up about 2" to hook the other end.

[awshucks]

Also, I put one end of the rope cocker on the string and actually have to pull the string up about 2" to hook the other end.

A lot of us do that to our rope cockers.........good deal....

[roly]

Thx to all. After work, I stop at my dealer. He told me to keep the bumper at 1/16 to 1/8. He also told me to cork the crossbow( safety on) and mesure 13.13 from the trigger.....And mark a Line. This is where the string should be.

I have never heard that before.

[Boo]

Thx to all. After work, I stop at my dealer. He told me to keep the bumper at 1/16 to 1/8. He also told me to cork the crossbow( safety on) and mesure 13.13 from the trigger.....And mark a Line. This is where the string should be.

I have never heard that before.

Me too Rick. I don't think it's a wise thing to do. To me it's akin to putting your head in a bear trap with the safety on.