What the heck is Ipe?
Look up Tabebuia on wikipedia for a full description. Pronounced "eepay" I think.
But in short, it's a very dense and rot resistant hardwood from central and south America. Apparently wonderful for bows if backed with something. I hope to find out myself someday...
Brazilian Walnut aka Dark Mistress. :cool:
Ipe is also a very high end decking material. Google decking material and you may find a source for it. Thats how I found mine.
Mark
Check out these 2 links, I think you will find them very helpful.
http://poorfolkbows.com/ipe1.htm
Source for Ipe suggested by the author of poorfolks.com
http://www.hardwoodbarn.com/
I purchase mine from the local lumber supply. They sell it for decking.
Thanks guys.. I will dig a little deeper with a few local suppliers.