An impossible quest: TD-2 limbs

[Eric T.]

A friend is determined to keep using her antique of a bow - we all can
understand the sentimental aspects of the sport :) Well, she's got an
old Hoyt TD-2 Gold Medalist and would bow to the ancient gods of the
toxophiles if anyone out there knows of a pair of limbs available.

I know, highly improbable - but you never know until you ask. All
suggestions would be appreciated.

Eric

[Marty Sasaki]

Not impossible or even difficult. The TD-2 is virtually the same bow
as the Sky Medalist. Sky makes glass/wood and carbon/wood limbs for
it. Ask your local dealer about them. I know that Lancaster also sells
the limbs, and you can also order directly from Sky. This is a little
bit more expensive than going through Lancaster but might be
comparable to some local shops.

Marty Sasaki

[Ann]

Hmmmm.... Got 3 pair at the shop.... what length and lbs are you looking
for?

Ann

[fred s]

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"Eric T." <tuc...@mindless.com> wrote:
>A friend is determined to keep using her antique of a bow - we all can
>understand the sentimental aspects of the sport :) Well, she's got an
>old Hoyt TD-2 Gold Medalist and would bow to the ancient gods of the
>toxophiles if anyone out there knows of a pair of limbs available.

Cut her some slack. My favorite riser is a 23 yr old TD-2. You can
buy limbs for it from Sky Archery, which is owned by Ann and Earl
Hoyt.

[William Pearson]

Marty Sasaki wrote:

> Not impossible or even difficult. The TD-2 is virtually the same bow
> as the Sky Medalist. Sky makes glass/wood and carbon/wood limbs for

Hmmm, I thought Skye shut its doors awhile back.. Course I could be
wrong..Anyone???
wPm
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[Jim Hills]

I ordered some stuff from Sky earlier this fall and asked what was
happening. Although always subject to change, Ann Hoyt said her intention
was to sell and retire. (She really didn't sound too excited about it but
said she needed a break) The Sky building is in the way of an airport
expansion but she said that won't happen for a year or two so they're
staying put until then. In my short time involved in this sport, I've
found Ann Hoyt and Sky to be true gems. I'm sure archery will be poorer
without them. I hope that somehow, someone manages to carry on their
integrity and commitment to quality and service.
Jim Hills

[Jim Hills]

[ArcherMG1]

You can buy limbs for it from Sky directly. They will be of the new variety (
which is not a bad thing ). If you were trying to keep it Original with actual
TD-2 limbs, I would be looking at distributors that have been around for a
while. Anne Baken left a message in this string that she has some on hand ( Hi
Anne ). I recall a couple of distributors in Europe that had several pair.
The one that had the most was S.S.A. in Belgium. They were the real thing
(originals) and in perfect condition! Some others out there are: France
Archerie in Paris, Cedisar in Spain and I imagine Spigarelli in Italy might
have some on hand.

Good Holidays to you all,

Mike

[John R Grove]

Border will probably make you some new limbs they specialise in making
excellent limbs for other manufacturers handles.

"whatever your taste in risers make sure your next shot is powered by
Border limbs"

email s...@borderbows.demon.co.uk

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John R Grove

[RFD]

The Sky Medalist IS a TD/2 and is still in production. Superb FITA
style recurve and only $310 at LAS - xtra limbs are $235.

Rob
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http://www.rfd.cc/staf/

[Ann]

Hi back!!

Still waiting for her to reply as to what length riser she has, if I
remember correctly, there were three different risers ..(?)

I know we have at least one set that is brand new and two others, they
may also be brand new but I need to check that out.

Happy New Year everyone!!!

Ann

[William Pearson]

Jim Hills wrote:
>
> I ordered some stuff from Sky earlier this fall and asked what was
> happening. Although always subject to change, Ann Hoyt said her intention
> was to sell and retire. (She really didn't sound too excited about it but
> said she needed a break) The Sky building is in the way of an airport
> expansion but she said that won't happen for a year or two so they're
> staying put until then. In my short time involved in this sport, I've
> found Ann Hoyt and Sky to be true gems. I'm sure archery will be poorer
> without them. I hope that somehow, someone manages to carry on their
> integrity and commitment to quality and service.

The Hoyts have been into archery as long as I can remember..I to, will
miss them dearly. I bought and sold their products for many years.. True
professionals in the business are very hard to find now..Hoyt Martin and
Pete(PSE)ShepleyIMO are about it..

Later,

[Eric T.]

Hiya Ann,

Thanks for your response (and everyone else as well). Ann, her email is
a work address and they're closed through New Years, so she'll get back
to you in a week.

On that note, tho', there is that question (which, admittedly, I didn't
have an answer for). I knew they made the TD-2's in different lengths,
but what difference are there in the limbs for the TD-2 that the length
of the riser makes a difference? It's not a JOAD medalist, and she
currently has a set of 68"; she's been out of shooting for about six
years and doesn't want to go back to the 42lbs limbs she's been shooting
(hence, the search for a pair of 32-34lbs).

Thanks again,
E