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Slinging Rocks!
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Made my first SN sling yesterday using 5/32" nylon. I was kinda surprised at how quick it was. The pouch strands are a little uneven, but you have to look really close. It's probably one of those "I made it, so I know every little problem" things.
Anyway, I am surprised at the accuracy potential. The weight and stiffness of the thicker nylon cords allows me to focus on going slow and getting good technique without worrying about the sling getting slack enough to drop the rock prematurely. First try was about 15' wide left. The second, slower and more focused throw was dead on laterally, and about 3" high. I haven't practiced consistently in over 2 months, so this seems pretty good to me. Also, out of sheer chance, I got the length just right, which helps. Slow, accurate throws still give plenty of power. Off to try a paracord Rockman and a 12 strand jute Rockman. The Rockman is still my favorite method, but my SN and Shaped Pouch will be getting some time now, since I gave away my last Rockman.
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