Slinging.org Forum - Rules for sling tag

Welcome, Guest. Please Login

Slinging.org Forum › General › General Slinging Discussion › Rules for sling tag

(Moderators: Rat Man, Curious Aardvark, Chris, vetryan15, Morphy, Kick)

‹ Previous Topic | Next Topic ›

Pages: 1 2

Rules for sling tag (Read 3676 times)

thebasketcase

Junior Member

Offline

doing the slinger's squat

Posts: 85

Rules for sling tag
Feb 24^th, 2014 at 2:43pm

I know this is technically supposed to go under the sport category but I figured since that is slowly turning into fossil and that this is more relaxed than just slinging at stationary targets, that it could go here. So on that note, what rules would be appropriate for the always proposed sling tag game?

If there is already a thread, can anyone link me to it? Because I have yet to find it.

the constant search for the perfect stone

IP Logged

thebasketcase Junior Member Offline doing the slinger's squat Posts: 85	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #1 - Feb 24^th, 2014 at 2:48pm Correction, I apologize, it isn't a fossil.
Back to top	the constant search for the perfect stone IP Logged

Donnerschlag

Interfector Viris Spurii

Offline

I put the 'K' in "Kwality"!

Posts: 1045
Portland, OR
Gender: male

Re: Rules for sling tag
Reply #2 - Feb 24^th, 2014 at 6:00pm

(Diarrhea-post for the sake of increasing forum activity)

Either tennis balls or racquet balls seem the safest bet, as far as easily-obtained and safe ammo goes. I'd recommend at least wearing a cup and something like racquet-ball goggles for protection. I'd probably just use my fencing mask for face protection, even though it's a bit overkill. Tongue

Perhaps short-ish slings would also help a bit? More like a guideline than a requirement, since some would probably like to plink away from afar, and some probably just can't hit worth a da*n with a short sling Grin

"If at first you don't succeed, destroy all the evidence that shows you tried."
-Bob Ross

IP Logged

squirrelslinger Interfector Viris Spurii Offline peace through superior firepower Posts: 2870 Ky, USA Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #3 - Feb 24^th, 2014 at 6:07pm tennis balls, if they didn't leave such big bruises at close range... Shortish slings do reduce power slightly. Before it wore out, I loved a shortish apache with stiff white cords for sling tag- it was accurate, light, and fast.
Back to top	“Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, but expecting different results.” "You don't think the electricity is off. You check it 3 times to make SURE its off" "Remember, this is not a scalpel. It is a steel wedge that you will be slamming into knotty wood. Hone accordingly." IP Logged

Dan

Interfector Viris Spurii
SlingingGuide Moderator

Offline

Slinging Rocks!

Posts: 3964
Gender: male

Re: Rules for sling tag
Reply #4 - Feb 24^th, 2014 at 9:32pm

Racket balls and are lighter than tennis balls, and you could carry more of them. You'd be limited to 15 yard ranges but it'd still be doable. Perhaps if you could weigh the racket balls a bit more with sand or water you could get out to 20 yards.

Field possibilities are endless. You could use a speedball format, open like dodgeball, urban/tactical, woodland, etc.

The real challenge is getting enough slingers that are skilled enough to hit moving man sized targets consistently.

"Like tying a stone to a sling is the giving of honor to a fool" Proverbs 26:8

IP Logged

thebasketcase Junior Member Offline doing the slinger's squat Posts: 85	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #5 - Feb 25^th, 2014 at 12:21am I only know one other person that slings.-in person- so this will definitely be a work in progress
Back to top	the constant search for the perfect stone IP Logged

Camo-sling Interfector Viris Spurii Offline Forge your own path. Posts: 1419 Australia Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #6 - Feb 27^th, 2014 at 6:49am Foam stress balls or nerf foam balls work well. Not many people are responsive to the idea of foam balls when I have mentioned it in the past. I wonder why?
Back to top	IP Logged

Dan

Interfector Viris Spurii
SlingingGuide Moderator

Offline

Slinging Rocks!

Posts: 3964
Gender: male

Re: Rules for sling tag
Reply #7 - Feb 27^th, 2014 at 8:37am

Camo's post got me thinking and doing a little searching. If you don't want to use tennis balls and are willing to spend a little extra on foam there's these options.
http://www.amazon.com/Gamma-Quick-Kids-Foam-Yellow/dp/B00166T9T0/ref=sr_1_12?s=s...

http://www.amazon.com/Penn-Foam-Tennis-Balls-Ball/dp/B005AXWJB0/ref=sr_1_8?s=spo...

They are the same size as tennis balls but they are made of foam for kids "8 and under" playing tennis. So I assume they don't travel as fast or hit as hard. Unfortunately they are several times more expensive but still much cheaper than archery tag arrows.

I know a tennis ball would hurt, but I don't think we are slinging them any harder than the professional tennis players hit them, and last I checked, tennis players don't wear any protective gear. Some kind of mask still might be a good idea (and maybe a cup), but otherwise I'd be cool with taking any shot to the body.

"Like tying a stone to a sling is the giving of honor to a fool" Proverbs 26:8

IP Logged

squirrelslinger Interfector Viris Spurii Offline peace through superior firepower Posts: 2870 Ky, USA Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #8 - Feb 27^th, 2014 at 3:27pm What about a throat shot? unlikely... but possibly still lethal. Just make a mask that covers the throat.
Back to top	“Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, but expecting different results.” "You don't think the electricity is off. You check it 3 times to make SURE its off" "Remember, this is not a scalpel. It is a steel wedge that you will be slamming into knotty wood. Hone accordingly." IP Logged

Caldou Funditor Offline Moving the world... rock by rock. Posts: 766 Picardie, France	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #9 - Feb 27^th, 2014 at 4:08pm Dan wrote on Feb 27^th, 2014 at 8:37am: I don't think we are slinging them any harder than the professional tennis players hit them, and last I checked, tennis players don't wear any protective gear. Maybe it's because they don't aim at each other ?
Back to top	Eight in one shot! The french Slinging club If it's still moving, keep slinging ! IP Logged

squirrelslinger Interfector Viris Spurii Offline peace through superior firepower Posts: 2870 Ky, USA Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #10 - Feb 27^th, 2014 at 5:09pm My point exactly caldou.
Back to top	“Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, but expecting different results.” "You don't think the electricity is off. You check it 3 times to make SURE its off" "Remember, this is not a scalpel. It is a steel wedge that you will be slamming into knotty wood. Hone accordingly." IP Logged

Camo-sling Interfector Viris Spurii Offline Forge your own path. Posts: 1419 Australia Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #11 - Feb 28^th, 2014 at 5:20am The fastest tennis serve is 263 kms, I certainly wouldn't want to be hit with that! Nice find Dan, foam tennis balls look pretty functional. I should see if the local sports shop has them. It would be good to see how they fly! I'm guessing they will curve!
Back to top	IP Logged

squirrelslinger Interfector Viris Spurii Offline peace through superior firepower Posts: 2870 Ky, USA Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #12 - Feb 28^th, 2014 at 6:19am Used tennis balls for slinging practice- http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-Used-Tennis-Balls-/161234474171?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_... Also a 60-pack of the foam ones http://www.ebay.com/itm/Gamma-60-Pack-Foam-Balls-/390707128502?pt=LH_DefaultDoma... only $40! (good lord, I can get 150 used tennis balls for that)
Back to top	“Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, but expecting different results.” "You don't think the electricity is off. You check it 3 times to make SURE its off" "Remember, this is not a scalpel. It is a steel wedge that you will be slamming into knotty wood. Hone accordingly." IP Logged

Morphy Slinging.org Moderator Online Checkmate Posts: 6301	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #13 - Mar 19^th, 2014 at 9:24pm After seeing Yurek sling tennis balls I think I would pass on that. One face/throat/eye/groin shot and you would probably would too. I like the nerf ball idea.
Back to top	"I think this guy is the king of trolls of the forum, he waited 16 years just to say this. please pay your respects in an orderly fashion."-Sarosh IP Logged

jlasud Interfector Viris Spurii Offline Programming stones Posts: 2358 Transilvania Gender:	Re: Rules for sling tag Reply #14 - Mar 20^th, 2014 at 12:53am With a shorter sling,unlike Yurek's, and a shemag around the neck, one should be fine...
Back to top	Respect existance or expect resistance! IP Logged

Pages: 1 2

Slinging.org Forum › General › General Slinging Discussion

‹ Previous Topic | Next Topic ›

(Moderators: Rat Man, Curious Aardvark, Chris, vetryan15, Morphy, Kick)