RE: wood selection for your bow
I'm currently waiting to shoot my second custom bow I was supposed to have done that already, only plans got changed. Anyway, my first is a 63 inch longbow made with cocabola riser and bubinga and clear glass limbs. I draw 70# at 28 inches. It's a beautiful bow and has served me well. In two years I have taken 2 whitetails with it. I really enjoy shooting it. Don't intend to stop. Currently I'm waitng to shoot a 55 inch recurve made from cocabola riser and bamboo and brown glass limbs. I've been told it is also 70# at 28 inches. Hope to shoot it this friday so he can finish it. I chose cocabola in both instances because I prefer the feel of a bow with a little more weight, and I like the looks of it. My shot is more stable it seems with the heavier riser.
Jim