DIY: Make A Kydex Bow Holder For My Saddle and Treestand

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This DIY project was inspired after watching a video from G2 Outdoors on how to create a bow hanger out of Kydex. The original video is short on actual step by step instructions so I got inspired to document my own process.

DIY Making A Kydex Strip Heater:
Building the Kydex strip heater seen in the video Learn How

These Kydex accessory hooks are great if you use the Tethrd HYS Strap or made your own as I did using their instructional video.

Materials Needed

• .08″ Kydex
• Pipe Insulation
• Kydex Strip Heater
• Dremel Tool with Sandpaper Wheel
• 3/16″ Bit

Make A Bow Clip

The first clip we are going to make is the clip is inspired by G2 Outdoors. I use a TightSpot quiver and it attaches directly to the quiver attachment while still allowing the attachment to function as designed.

Step 1: Cut A Strip of Kydex

Measure 1.5″ of Kydex and using a straight edge and a carpet knife, score a straight line. Bend on the score line until the Kydex separates.

This piece will serve as the basis for both the bow and the quiver clips.

Step 2: Cut the Strip in Two Sections

Score a line at the 5″ mark and break to make a 5″ and a 7″ piece”. Set the 5″ piece aside.

Step 3: Clean and Shape the Edges

Using a rotary tool, remove the squared edges and form a tapered end that will fit into the HYS strap.

Step 4: Make the First Bend

Using a 3/4″ block of plywood, lightly score 3/4″ from the tapered edge. This will be the line you use to reference your first bend.

Center the line over your newly created strip heater with a warm soldering iron beneath. When the piece is malleable, use the block to form a clean bend.

Step 5: Make the Second Bend

Measure the distance needed from your quiver to allow the hook to stick out sufficiently to clear the quiver attachment and fit into the strap. Lightly score another line for reference when bending.

Center the scored reference line over the strip heater into malleable. Use the 3/4″ mark again to form your second bend.

Step 6: Sand the Edges

To ensure the clip inserts easily, sand the edges smooth.

Step 7: Drill the Attachment Holes

Using your current quiver configuration as a template, drill your holes with a bit large enough for the screws to fit through. Bow screws are standard at 10-24 so a 3/16″ bit should do it.

Step 8: Attach and Test

Attach using the hardware that held on your TightSpot quiver. Ensure adequate clearance and no rubbing with the moving parts of the bow. Test it out on your tree strap.

Conclusion

If you have a different style quiver, the measurements can easily be adapted for the proper clearance from the tree. Hope this helps get you organized in the tree.