Atlasman, if the Allegiance was 4 lbs. heavier and 2 inches longer than your Patriot it is going to feel a LOT harsher to draw. I know you already know that but you really would need to draw similiar poundage and draw length to get an accurate comparison. I also have a short draw and have found that a 29" bow can feel vastly different at 27" even at the same poundage.

My opinion is that the Allegiance is not the smoothest drawing bow and maybe some have exaggerated that a bit. But when you take into account the speed you get out of it compared the draw cycle it is very smooth. Also the draw cycle has a very smooth drop off into the valley compared to most single cam bows although it is harsher up front.

About the IBO speed comparison I think the Allegiance is close to the Patriot. But at lower than 70 lbs. and less than 30" the Allegiance is faster than the Patriot (and few shoot 70 lbs. and 30"). I plan to test the efficiency of the Allegiance when mine arrives. I have a strong feeling that the energy output compared to the energy input will make this the most efficient bow ever.