HuntingFreakz: Limb Driver Pro-V Rest Review

Looking for more accuracy, forgiveness, and consistency - the trifecta in a rest, especially at longer ranges? Try the Limb Driver Pro-V by Vapor Trail Archery.

I have been using VTA strings & cables for quite some time (my thoughts on VTA's strings & cables). I was hearing a lot about their rests. I took the next step and have been using their Pro-V for about seven months, and now own two (one for my hunting bow, one for my target/back-up bow).

(You shoot Mathews bows? Keep reading.)

The following are reasons why, I use this particular rest for target shooting and hunting:

VTA's Limb Driver Pro-V Rest is a FAIL safe drop away, when and if installed correctly. Because the rest is attached and dependent on the bow's limb movement/cycle, I don't have to worry about buss cable or cable guard slide issues, or any sort of timing. The cord goes from the upper limb to the rest's launcher. When the bow is drawn, the cord relaxes and the spring-driven launcher rises into shooting position. EXCELLENT VTA CUSTOMER SERVICE!

What sets the Pro-V aside from other rests?:

The arrow is kept at level position longer on the guide/launcher through the shot cycle after release, therefore improving accuracy, while still dropping fast enough for 100% fletching clearance. (Watch this video. Notice how long it stays on the launcher!

What I expected:

1. Increased accuracy & confidence: I shot my personal best last week at my indoor league. It has progressively gotten better since I got started using this rest.

2. User friendly: it blew my mind as to how simple the set up is, and how easy it is to get used to it. Adjusting its tension is a piece of cake, and I don't need a bow press.

3. To consult with credible and reputable local VTA dealers: I found two and both are absolute advocates of this rest. It's gaining steam and popularity amongst target shooters and BOWHUNTERS!

4. The cost is very reasonable: The Limb Driver Pro-V Rest retails around $119.99+

Check out this description by Vapor Trail Archery: "Every arrow rest on the market has it’s pro’s and con’s. Typically the more user friendly a arrow rest is, the less accurate it becomes. That’s why you don’t see many 3 d archers sporting a Whisker Biscuit tm., or many bow hunters with tiny prong arrow rests out in the woods. Vapor Trails limb driven arrow rest technology is changing all that. Now archers can pick the traits they need the most in an arrow rest, without sacrificing accuracy. Whether you pick the Original Limb Driver arrow rest with its flexible and adjustable steel tongue, or the fully contained self centering Pro V arrow rest, you can feel confident your groups will shrink, and you will be steps closer to accomplishing your goals in the field or on the range."

Other positives:

-Easy to install. Watch video

-Easy to change cable WITHOUT A PRESS, MESSING WITH or DAMAGING YOUR BOW STRING (I have), and your rest stays tuned!

-Tighter & consistent groups

-Color options for arm/launcher available in red, pink, blue, green, etc.

-Light weight

-Shoot FOBS? No problem

-Mathews bow shooter? They have one specifically for you: "Designed exclusively for Mathews bows, our Mathews-specific Pro-V features a “Mathews-only” mounting bracket, as well as a sleek high-definition Lost™ Camo, attractively completing your bowhunting setup. (Also available in an all-black option." - VTA

Downside: (trying to find one) What you will need is a good arrow "holding" device on the flat part of the riser to keep the arrow stable at pre-draw. But if you have shot drop-aways, you have this down packed.

Other things I suggest:

1. Make sure the little screw is tight to prevent the rest from creeping. I used medium blue lock-tight for added precaution. HOWEVER, if installed correctly, you don't need it.