Merlin Excalibur?.

simon m · 12-01-09, 10:57 AM

anyone know anymore than whats on the merlin site?

Excalibur

Thefox · 12-01-09, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by simon m

anyone know anymore than whats on the merlin site?

Excalibur

I guess this is the new longer ATA bow they have been working on

simon m · 12-01-09, 02:21 PM

aparentely to be launched this month at nimes???>

bimble · 12-01-09, 07:58 PM

I notice the split limbs, if the old website was still up there was an article saying how much better solid limbs were over split.

I'm guessing the EX40 in grey suggests a 40" ATA though the possibly more interesting bit might be the "All New Tournamnet Bow RANGE From Merlin which sort of suggests the X-Range might be getting superseeded...

There was also a thread (I'm looking for it) that suggested that someone had come up with a new cam that was a better design than those currently on the market and that a British bow manufacturer might be using them... could be Merlin and on this bow...

Of course, they would have waited until just after I bought my new (Merlin) bow... *grumble, grumble, grumble*...

bimble · 12-01-09, 08:05 PM

Found it - Carbon-Fibre Compound - end of the first page onwards...

And I just want to say.... I WANT ONE!!!!

simon m · 13-01-09, 12:22 PM

To clarify

We think

a) Merlin are bringing out a new bow Excalibur(At Nimes archery tournament?)
b) Its split limb with a revised riser design & longer ATA.
c) Has new ultra wicked British designed cams on it.

I can't wait!

I have fingers & toes crossed they have designed the new limbs & cams to be retro fitted to the XV as I don't have "new bow" money anytime in the next five years.............some hopes!!!!!! please Ben!

ade1961 · 13-01-09, 12:56 PM

Do not know the tech specs.
Talking to Ben b4 Xmas, primarily this was designed for Ladies/Juniors.
Bow was tested at Loughboro Uni b4 xmas, to be launched at Nimes in Jan 09

According to Ben all trials surpassed expectations!!!!

bowman104 · 13-01-09, 12:59 PM

Looking at the only pic i have see of the new bow (come on Ben don't keep us in the dark!) it looks like you will have to save your pennies as it looks like it will not fit on to a xv. From what i can remember from a conversation with Ben, about a year ago, you need the split limb to accommodate the new cam.

Merlin Archery · 13-01-09, 01:45 PM

Hi all,

Yes, the Excalibur is our new compound bow range for 09. Three different lengths of bow based on the same design. The bow in the picture is the longer riser EX40 (40" axle to axle) It will also be available in 37" and 34" lengths.

Fire away with any questions and I'll be happy to help.

simon m · 13-01-09, 01:46 PM

I was aware of the spilt limb design coming(rumour mill)

My friend at county squad said she'd been told it would be a juniors/ladies bow.....??.

Sure whatever merlin has learnt will quickly be passed onto the gents bows etc.

jmad · 13-01-09, 01:56 PM

Any details on the cam, type of cam, is it adjustable, draw stop etc.

Popeye · 13-01-09, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Merlin Archery

Hi all,

Yes, the Excalibur is our new compound bow range for 09. Three different lengths of bow based on the same design. The bow in the picture is the longer riser EX40 (40" axle to axle) It will also be available in 37" and 34" lengths.

Fire away with any questions and I'll be happy to help.

Hey Ben

How much do you think it will weigh in the hand for the ladies/jnr bow ?

What was the average differance between what people thought the poundage was and the actual poundage ?

When are you thinking of having a test ready one in the shop for people to have a look at ?

Thanks Gary

Merlin Archery · 13-01-09, 02:47 PM

Cams are to be a twin cam based around the Binary system. There will be a limited amount of modular draw length adjustment on each cam size (by replaceable modules), but the emphasis is on manufacturing multiple cam sizes to keep the cams performing their best at all draw lengths. For those that are familiar with our Viper cam they will know how good the cable stop was. This is the same. However, we have a much smoother draw cycle than Vipers.

We have not made a specific Gents/Ladies version of this bow, but are offering it in different lengths. Choice of length will - likely usual - depend more on draw length and application. For target archery I see most ladies using the short version and most gents the longer version.

Merlin Archery · 13-01-09, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Popeye

Hey Ben

How much do you think it will weigh in the hand for the ladies/jnr bow ?

What was the average differance between what people thought the poundage was and the actual poundage ?

When are you thinking of having a test ready one in the shop for people to have a look at ?

Thanks Gary

We will be launching the bow at the end of the month. Full production starts Feb 1st with deliveries of pre-orders begining in March. All set for the outdoor season!

I don't want to give exact specified numbers yet, such as speed, mass weight etc. as these may change slightly as we are still making minor tweaks here and there.

Popeye · 13-01-09, 04:15 PM

Thanks Ben

12-01-09, 10:57 AM	#1 (permalink)
simon m It's an X Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Aylesbury Posts: 1,549 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 15 Uploads: 0	Merlin Excalibur?. anyone know anymore than whats on the merlin site? Excalibur Sponsored Links 20 x 60cm Economy Target Faces: £5.00 36 x Plastifletch Arrow Fletchings £3.00 __________________ Hunting Custard........

12-01-09, 02:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
simon m It's an X Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Aylesbury Posts: 1,549 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 15 Uploads: 0	aparentely to be launched this month at nimes???> __________________ Hunting Custard........

12-01-09, 07:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
bimble It's an X Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Wales/Surrey Posts: 2,205 Tournaments Joined: 1 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 53 Uploads: 0 Blog Entries: 68	I notice the split limbs, if the old website was still up there was an article saying how much better solid limbs were over split. I'm guessing the EX40 in grey suggests a 40" ATA though the possibly more interesting bit might be the "All New Tournamnet Bow RANGE* From Merlin* which sort of suggests the X-Range might be getting superseeded... There was also a thread (I'm looking for it) that suggested that someone had come up with a new cam that was a better design than those currently on the market and that a British bow manufacturer might be using them... could be Merlin and on this bow... Of course, they would have waited until just after I bought my new (Merlin) bow... grumble, grumble, grumble... __________________ Knowing is half the battle, the other half is violence

12-01-09, 08:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
bimble It's an X Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Wales/Surrey Posts: 2,205 Tournaments Joined: 1 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 53 Uploads: 0 Blog Entries: 68	Found it - Carbon-Fibre Compound - end of the first page onwards... And I just want to say.... I WANT ONE!!!! __________________ Knowing is half the battle, the other half is violence

13-01-09, 12:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
simon m It's an X Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Aylesbury Posts: 1,549 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 15 Uploads: 0	To clarify We think a) Merlin are bringing out a new bow Excalibur(At Nimes archery tournament?) b) Its split limb with a revised riser design & longer ATA. c) Has new ultra wicked British designed cams on it. I can't wait! I have fingers & toes crossed they have designed the new limbs & cams to be retro fitted to the XV as I don't have "new bow" money anytime in the next five years.............some hopes!!!!!! please Ben! __________________ Hunting Custard........

13-01-09, 12:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
ade1961 In the Green Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Hoddesdon Posts: 3 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Excalibur Do not know the tech specs. Talking to Ben b4 Xmas, primarily this was designed for Ladies/Juniors. Bow was tested at Loughboro Uni b4 xmas, to be launched at Nimes in Jan 09 According to Ben all trials surpassed expectations!!!!

13-01-09, 12:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
bowman104 In the Black Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 65 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 30 Uploads: 0	Looking at the only pic i have see of the new bow (come on Ben don't keep us in the dark!) it looks like you will have to save your pennies as it looks like it will not fit on to a xv. From what i can remember from a conversation with Ben, about a year ago, you need the split limb to accommodate the new cam. __________________ the man who gives in when he is wrong.....is wise; the man who gives in when he is right .... is married.

13-01-09, 01:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
Merlin Archery In the Blue Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 263 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 13 Uploads: 0	Hi all, Yes, the Excalibur is our new compound bow range for 09. Three different lengths of bow based on the same design. The bow in the picture is the longer riser EX40 (40" axle to axle) It will also be available in 37" and 34" lengths. Fire away with any questions and I'll be happy to help. __________________ Ben Jones http://www.merlinarcherycentre.co.uk

13-01-09, 01:46 PM	#10 (permalink)
simon m It's an X Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Aylesbury Posts: 1,549 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 15 Uploads: 0	I was aware of the spilt limb design coming(rumour mill) My friend at county squad said she'd been told it would be a juniors/ladies bow.....??. Sure whatever merlin has learnt will quickly be passed onto the gents bows etc. __________________ Hunting Custard........

13-01-09, 01:56 PM	#11 (permalink)
jmad In the Blue Join Date: May 2006 Location: Somerset Posts: 268 Tournaments Joined: 1 Tournaments Won: 1 Downloads: 30 Uploads: 0	Any details on the cam, type of cam, is it adjustable, draw stop etc.

13-01-09, 02:47 PM	#13 (permalink)
Merlin Archery In the Blue Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 263 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 13 Uploads: 0	Cams are to be a twin cam based around the Binary system. There will be a limited amount of modular draw length adjustment on each cam size (by replaceable modules), but the emphasis is on manufacturing multiple cam sizes to keep the cams performing their best at all draw lengths. For those that are familiar with our Viper cam they will know how good the cable stop was. This is the same. However, we have a much smoother draw cycle than Vipers. We have not made a specific Gents/Ladies version of this bow, but are offering it in different lengths. Choice of length will - likely usual - depend more on draw length and application. For target archery I see most ladies using the short version and most gents the longer version. __________________ Ben Jones http://www.merlinarcherycentre.co.uk

13-01-09, 04:15 PM	#15 (permalink)
Popeye In the Black Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kettering Posts: 91 Tournaments Joined: 0 Tournaments Won: 0 Downloads: 38 Uploads: 0	Thanks Ben

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