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Drakolith
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How would you describe slinging?
Sep 11
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Often when I'm talking with people and we mention our hobbies, I'm asked "Whats slinging?" Personally I find it hard to describe it to someone in a short form. I feel the urge to tell them absolutely everything I know for some reason. Hahaha. So, I was wondering, what do y'all say when you are asked this? Also, side question. Is slinging just a hobby, or could it be considered a sport?
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I'd say it's like a sport but more of a hobby for me as there's no competition around me. Maybe even a martial art of a sort.
I find myself in the same position when talking with people about slinging.
I first mention "like David and Goliath" if they know what I'm talking about it's a good start point.
If not I'm likely to have it in my pocket. I'll show them my sling and explain its simplicity and the basic techniques.
If situations permit then I'll allow them to have a turn .
Most people are uninterested until I show them a good throw.
Then most want a turn, try too hard and scare themselves away from it.
I have given away over 10 slings to my friends and only one carries it enough to use it. He has become very good in 3 months although with his own style. He has taken little from my experiences.
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when i mention slinging for the first time to someone i get really weird looks.
i say it's throwing stones with a rope thing
david and goliath story helps
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David and Goliath is always a good place to start. The story is universally recognized and saves a lot of confusion. Slinging is very basically using a mechanical device (a rope thing) to increase your arm's throwing strength.
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Just like this. Everyone knows the story of David and the Goliath.
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It's difficult
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Yeah, I get the feeling your very like me Thearos, we have trouble picking and choosing what to say, as we see all we know as important.
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Sep 17
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I describe it as the David and Goliath weapon and then talk about it as a sport. Most civilized people give me funny looks if I express an interest in primitive weaponry.
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