Dryad Bow Questions

NIGEL01 · March 17, 2013, 06:43:00 PM

I've got a 15" epic riser, the grip fits me perfect. I have a short draw, and have been looking for a dead in the hand performance, like the the versatility of the ILF system.

Kevin Hansen · March 17, 2013, 10:15:00 PM

Thanks to one and all for your input. I'm still no closer to making a decision, but I've got lots of info to mull over in my head!
One option I'm still slightly confused on is the ILF terminology. Just exactly what does that mean?
The Dryad bow I'm looking at most seriously is the Orion with bolt down recurve limbs.
Not even sure what else to ask about regarding ILF because I am so ignorant about it.
Anyone have a simple explanation for me?
Thanks.
Kevin

screamin · March 17, 2013, 10:19:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Kevin Hansen:

QuoteOriginally posted by old_goat2:
You know, there was a thread on here about bow effiecincy and some bowyer said that they did a lot of testing and the longer limbs were more efficient, I believe he was talking about dryad bows, but I can't remember now, my limbs are the extra long, so 64" bow on 17" riser. I pull 31" so a longer bow is better for me. I can use a 62", but have settled on 64" as the best length for me.
Thanks, David.
That's the kind of info I'm looking for. I'm going to do a search in Pow Wow and see if I can find the thread you refer to.
Kevin [/b]

It is my understanding that efficiency is based on draw length. From what I understand, you want to have a set of limbs that begins to stack right past your draw length to get the most out of the limb. Generally, short limbs cover draw lengths 27" or less, mediums 28 to 29, longs 30 to 31. This could vary by bowyer so I would verify with them to be sure.

old_goat2 · March 17, 2013, 10:24:00 PM

you have bolt down risers and ILF risers, ILF=International Limb Fitting. All ILF limbs are interchangeable with all ILF risers no matter the brand. Its just a kind of limb connection that is an industry standard.

Kevin Hansen · March 17, 2013, 10:27:00 PM

Thanks, David. Makes perfect sense to me the way that you explain it.

old_goat2 · March 17, 2013, 10:49:00 PM

the one other thing to know about ILF is with each inch change in length of riser, there is an inverse 1 pound change in draw weight. So the same set of limbs on a 19" riser will be 2 pounds lighter draw than on a 17" riser. Also ILF bows are adjustable at around 10% for draw weight, you turn the limb bolt in or out like on a compound bow. The bolt down models are generally more efficent than ILF but don't have the adjustablility for tuning purposes.

sawtoothscream · March 17, 2013, 10:59:00 PM

I had a set of the epic static limbs with the bamboo core and they were nice. drew very smooth and easy at 50+ pounds and shot the arrow fast. Would like to try a set of the ACS recurve limbs someday

Friend · March 18, 2013, 08:18:00 AM

See review titled 'New Dryad Orion w/ ACS RC Limbs- Exposed'

Observation then, still holds true today.

Kevin Hansen · March 18, 2013, 05:50:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Friend:
See review titled 'New Dryad Orion w/ ACS RC Limbs- Exposed'

Observation then, still holds true today.

I will check out the review. Thank you!

Kevin Hansen · March 18, 2013, 06:07:00 PM

Just read the review...great info! I expecially appreciate the fact that it was periodically updated long after the initial "honeymoon" stage.
Good stuff, and just what I was looking for.

One question for you, Friend; why did you go with the 17" riser rather than the 15"? Right now that seems to be one of my biggest decisions on the bow.
Thanks,
Kevin