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.