Technology for optimized lateral
and torsional stability while elim-
inating problematic limb bolts
and V-grooves. Each of the four
multi-layered limbs are precisely
matched based on deflection val-
ues and are laminated, pressed
and machined without ever cutting
through critical stress fibers. This,
plus their Uniform Stress Distri-
bution design, allows the limbs to
withstand Hoyt’s brutal 1,500 dry-
fire test at 80 pounds and a 30-inch
draw length, which produces more
than 104 foot-pounds of kinetic en-
ergy! Limbs are available in peak
draw weights of 40, 50, 60, 65, 70
and 80 pounds.
Hoyt’s 2019 limb-pocket system
features its Offset Weight Distribu-
tion Technology, which employs
an asymmetrical, wider bottom
pocket and limb spread/stance
than the top pocket to keep the
vertical center of mass at the grip
for better balance.
Shockingly Silent
The Helix’s string is tamed with
the Hole Shot system that features
expanding and contracting elasto-
mer modules, and the Stealth Shot
string stop that has been upgraded
with a new elastomeric damping
material. A Silent Shelf Pad quiets
the impact of arrows and rests on
the newly contoured shelf, while
two new Shock Pods, each with four
weighted nodes, are placed on the
riser near the bottom pocket. Limb
Shocks wedged between the split
limbs, and the parallel position ofthe limbs at full draw, fight shock
and vibration.Impressions
The Helix produced minimal re-
port at the shot, with only a very
light bump in the handle and slight
low-level vibration (a Hoyt stabiliz-
er eliminated the latter). I’m a fan of
the X-Act grip, finding it comfortable
and functional. The Helix is steady
at full draw and remains mostly still,
with the top falling slowly away
after the shot. If I were to change any-
thing, I’d reduce the mass weight.DRAW-FORCE CURVE
SPEED & ENERGY
Editor’s Note: All of our Technical Bow Tests are conducted using the same standardized procedures and professionally calibrated
testing equipment. Bows are tested with a draw length of 29 inches and a draw weight of 65 pounds unless otherwise noted.300 fps foot-pounds74.96 82.75%76.67
285 fps foot-pounds 84.64%