And signs that it's time to get a rehair!
We recommend getting a rehair every 6-12 months, depending on how often you are playing. Below are some signs that it's time to replace the hair on your bow!
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Your bow won’t tighten anymore: When you can no longer tighten the bow to tension, it might be time for a rehair. The bow hair has likely been stretched to the end of its length and will no longer deliver a clean sound.
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Your bow produces a scratchy sound: Either you applied too much rosin, or you’ve reached the end of your bow hair’s useful life. After repeated use, the hair has to work harder and harder to grip the strings and eventually has to be retired.
- Hairs are breaking in the middle of the bow: Your bow might feel stable, but it actually has too much camber if hairs are constantly breaking in the middle. The strands are grinding between the strings and the stick at playing tension.
- Hairs are breaking on one side of the bow or the other: Unevenly distributed breaks could result from uneven bow tension. If left unattended, too many broken hairs on one side can eventually warp the bow.
- Hairs are dirty or smelly: Eek! Have you been touching the bow hair? Do parts of the hair look dark and dingy? Do the hairs smell strange? The dirt and oils on your hands can comprise the bow hairs. Clean the hairs with a soft, dry cloth. If they’re still discolored and stinky, it’s time for a rehair.
Complete a service request and talk to a CodaBow representative today if you think you might need a rehair!