For my next bow-build I intend to make an all wood straight limbed flat bow. Having studied all the data tables and wood properties I am still at a loss of which woods to use. My current thinking is Maple ( I do not like Hickory or Bamboo) backing, Purpleheart core and Masssaranduba/Bullet wood or Ipe belly. I would be grateful for any advice or alternative combinations that have been used successfully. Also can anybody recommend a Brown/Red hardwood that would be suitable for backing. Many thanks, Eric