Slinging.org Forum - Washington State

NooneOfConsequence

Slinging.org Moderator

Offline

Posts: 2917
Texas

Re: Washington State - Just getting started.
Reply #15 - Feb 17^th, 2023 at 1:49pm

I suppose I should explain that derailing conversations is an art form on here.
I was lying when I said I was sorry for doing it 🤣

I use a minimalist paracord-and-leather sling with an asymmetric pouch that is specifically designed for tennis balls.

Back to top

A7F98CFE-4464-4EF4-8835-6C5736874D38.jpeg (132 KB | 2 )

“My final hour is at hand. We face an enemy more numerous and cunning than the world has yet seen. Remember your training, and do not fear the hordes of Judas. I, without sin, shall cast the first stone. That will be your sign to attack! But you shall not fight this unholy enemy with stones. No! RAZOR GLANDES! Aim for the eyes! May the Lord have mercy, for we shall show none!“ -Jesus the Noodler

IP Logged

DK Dan

Novicius

Offline

Be better than yesterday's
you

Posts: 7
Gender: male

Re: Washington State - Just getting started.
Reply #16 - Feb 17^th, 2023 at 7:20pm

Woah! that is a pretty slick sling! I dig the Aesthetic. Shocked

I feel like life is pretty asymmetrical.

Does the shape on that help with throwing tennis balls specifically? man, Now I want to play Tennis where you serve with a sling.

Ah, good to know that trains don't stay on the proverbial tracks around here. It's a good thing my brain works that way too! Cheesy

Back to top

IP Logged

DK Dan

Novicius

Offline

Be better than yesterday's
you

Posts: 7
Gender: male

Re: Washington State - Just getting started.
Reply #17 - Feb 18^th, 2023 at 11:22pm

I was able to make a functional tennis ball sling from paracord and straps of old t-shirt. It is a pretty rough looking sling, but it works! Me and my daughter sent balls sailing over the house with ease. Can't wait to try this out at an open field area.

Here are my photos. Original sling and tennis ball for size reference

Back to top

Compress_20230218_201737_7301.jpg (499 KB | 1 )

Compress_20230218_201737_7061.jpg (491 KB | 1 )

Compress_20230218_201736_6755.jpg (414 KB | 1 )

IP Logged

NooneOfConsequence

Slinging.org Moderator

Offline

Posts: 2917
Texas

Re: Washington State - Just getting started.
Reply #18 - Feb 22^nd, 2023 at 2:10am

DK Dan wrote on Feb 17^th, 2023 at 7:20pm:

Woah! that is a pretty slick sling! I dig the Aesthetic. Shocked

I feel like life is pretty asymmetrical.

Does the shape on that help with throwing tennis balls specifically? man, Now I want to play Tennis where you serve with a sling.

Ah, good to know that trains don't stay on the proverbial tracks around here. It's a good thing my brain works that way too! Cheesy

It works fairly well with other ammo too.
For example, this guy uses it to great effect with golf balls:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CoXSJJPDp5o/?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU=

Jagged rocks are not recommended, but smooth stones, balls, and even fruit all work just fine.

The idea behind the asymmetry is that the ammo stays securely in the pouch because of the pocket, but the flat side moves out of the way for a fast, clean release.

Back to top

“My final hour is at hand. We face an enemy more numerous and cunning than the world has yet seen. Remember your training, and do not fear the hordes of Judas. I, without sin, shall cast the first stone. That will be your sign to attack! But you shall not fight this unholy enemy with stones. No! RAZOR GLANDES! Aim for the eyes! May the Lord have mercy, for we shall show none!“ -Jesus the Noodler

IP Logged