 tightened i assume i do that every year is that right yes we check it at least every year when you get to some of the modern especially the aftermarket bow strings are a little bit better than what factories put on for most bows when you get to that point stuff doesn't creep as much and most people don't shoot enough times a year to really wear them out uh yearly so but usually you want to check it you want to check it especially if you're having any issues just like a car