Quote:Newcomers to figure-8 also try to do the whole throw super fast, rather than just the last part. I tell them to work on slow and smooth, then smooth with some speed towards the end. Once they've got the mechanics, then they can tweak it so it's comfortable and natural
Yeah doing it slowly is much better for learning.
Also the sling shouldn't drop much below shoulder height. I think that's where people lose alot of power. Instead of a steady acceleration.
This throw is a bit exaggerated as I had a bush behind me.
But clearly illustrates that:
1) I'm definitely slimmer these days
2) the sling has to slow down to drop down your back, if
you do the throw properly it should be continuous acceleration and minimal drop behind your back.
3) Tha cap paul sling design just has a beautiful missile release.
Doing it this way will also miss a backpack as well as a bush.