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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: ranger 3 on December 27, 2017, 03:12:00 PM
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Who shoots a ILF and how do you like them? I am on the edge and can't make the commitment. Please help me decide.
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I have and shoot both of the Tribe ILF risers. I received the Halo in a trade and loved it, then got an opportunity to pick up an X3 and like that one even more! I paired both up with Trad Tech longbow limbs and they both performed great with those limbs, I just like the grip on the X3 slightly better. I would like to try a higher grade limb at some point.
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Can't beat the ability to super tune if you like fiddling with your setup and trying new things. If you're a fiddler on regular bows or enjoy trying new bows ILF can (will? LOL) send that into overdrive. It does allow you to really tailor your bow...you might love the grip/riser from one maker and then find a set of limbs of a certain make and style that just "Do it" for you. If you're a set it and forget it kind of hunter/shooter, i.e. shoot one kind of bow type/ poundage/hunting arrow/head all the time it might be counterproductive if you're already shooting a particular bow lights out. Anyway, have fun. If you get into it don't say I didn't warn you with a big grin.
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I have 3 Zipper risers, 3 Morrison's risers, 2 warfs, a Das, and a Black Mamba riser. All lengths from 13" to 22" and a whole bunch of limbs. I enjoy mixing limbs and risers to see how thing work together and they are just fun to tune and shoot. Killed the bear in my Avatar with a ILF set up. I like them.......
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Can't beat the versatility, lots of limb choices from all over the world.
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So if you had a pair of limbs 40@28 on a 17" riser what would they be on a 21" riser?
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About 36#, but it can depend on the limb pocket angle. You can figure about a pound an inch. Longer riser less #, shorter riser more #.
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Once I got started with ILF bows that's all I use. I prefer LB limbs with my risers.
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Originally posted by nineworlds9:
Can't beat the ability to super tune if you like fiddling with your setup and trying new things. If you're a fiddler on regular bows or enjoy trying new bows ILF can (will? LOL) send that into overdrive. It does allow you to really tailor your bow...you might love the grip/riser from one maker and then find a set of limbs of a certain make and style that just "Do it" for you. If you're a set it and forget it kind of hunter/shooter, i.e. shoot one kind of bow type/ poundage/hunting arrow/head all the time it might be counterproductive if you're already shooting a particular bow lights out. Anyway, have fun. If you get into it don't say I didn't warn you with a big grin.
This says it well! Only thing I'll add is If you have an exceptionally long draw and can't trim arrows, they can make things a lot easier for you!
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I finally bought my first ILF riser about 3 months ago, I'm extremely happy....It allows me to have the same feel/hand placement for everything...hunting rig, indoor rig, 3d rig...all I have to do is change my limbs cause I like to shoot different poundage for each... the ability to micro tune everything has also been interesting and tons of fun...I've never had the confidence in my single string biw like this!
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Have been setting up and shooting them for many years and have been quite pleased.
An ILF provides the opportunity to learn much with regard to a bows particular design.
Like them for indoors, 3D and in the field hunting.
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Have been setting up and shooting them for many years and have been quite pleased.
An ILF provides the opportunity to learn much with regard to a bows particular design.
Personal experience has demonstrated they are an excellent choice for indoors, 3D and hunting.
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What arrow set up for a 40# ilf 28" draw?
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Let's see, I have four ILF risers and 5 pairs of limbs. Hey, I'm short a riser. Better get busy.
ranger3, try .600 carbons full length to start.
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I've been shooting ILF bows for a few years now and really like them. I like the ability to back off the weight some when I'm not feeling as strong as I usually am. Of course you can crank them down and shoot at max poundage too.
A 40# bow at 28 inches is about what I shoot and I find that 500 spined carbons shoot great and in aluminum I shoot 2016.
I say take the plunge. You'll enjoy it. If you're a tuner nut like some people are, you will be on Cloud 9 with an ILF rig. All kinds of adjustments possible.
Good luck and tell us what way you decided and what bow you got.
Larry
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OK this is what I bought 40# ILF Hoyt Excel Riser and SF Premium + Carbon Limbs. Tell me what you guys think of this bow, and be honest.
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I can't quite see it LOL. I have been looking at the ILF bows myself the only problem is they all look so good. You have to shoot it and let us know how great it is. Sorry couldn't help.
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I haven't put my hands on it yet.
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I personally don't really like the Excel for a lot of reasons. It's a decent riser, but not worth the money in my opinion. You're paying a lot of money for a brand name, because there are a lot better risers out there for cheaper, especially 23" risers.
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I just bought my first ilf bow. Got a Hoyt satori 19” riser and TTrad tech Black max 2.0 limbs.
So far I’m impressed and really like it. I bought a light set of limbs for now so I can work of my form and follow through this year. It’s a joy to shoot and such a smooth draw
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I have a few now , nice cause you can adjust them and switch limbs around. What has sold me on them is you can buy limbs super cheap used and new. I set one up with a screw-in flipper rest and shoot plastic vanes also. I want a set of longbow limbs to try out next....
Also I like ( with my cheap rigs ) they shoot great and take a beating and it don’t hurt my feelings. Been bounced around in boats and out in the mud duck hunting. Carried around on my motorcycle on trips and beat around and so far so good...
,,,,Sam,,,,
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The limbs are nice. You should keep the Excel but I'm thinking you'll want to upgrade in the near future.
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Lancaster Archery has quite a lineup of risers and limbs. Great way to mix/match a set up of your choice. Their friendly TechXPerts can answer any questions.
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ILF bows (risers & limb combinations) enjoy one huge advantage over bolt-down bows - the ability to mix and match limbs and risers. Just remember that ILF is by definition and necessity a compromise. If you design a riser and a limb that will work with everything the combination (brand X riser and brand Y limbs) may or may not be an optimized combination. Deal with knowledgeable folks and you will be quite satisfied.
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Agree totally with John, anyone can set up an ILF rig but getting the best performance out of it can be tricky mixing components.
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I have an excel and like it. Can't speak for the carbon limbs but the SF Premium+ glass/wood limbs are good performers, 187 at 11ish gpp (probably helped quite a bit by my 31 inch draw length)
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Ranger 3, good pick on the Excel and SF Premium limbs........ solid choice! I think it’s the best value in ILF risers. I bought mine for 150 several years ago. It has great geometry and everything you need in a riser.
Over the years it has worn limbs from 24-48 lbs. it’s been shot off the shelf and elevated rests. It’s killed deer, shot 3 d tournaments and gone bowfishing.
It is now serving as a backup to competition rig.
Great bow! You will love it!
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What John said.. Mix and match until you find what floats your boat. There is always a market for ILF limbs, so you will never get hurt trying any limb you want, if that limb it doesn't do it for you sell it and try another. Same with the risers.