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My bands have holes in them after only a few shots….what’s up?

My bands have holes in them after only a few shots….what’s up?

by admin | Apr 19, 2017 | Bands and Bandsets, Performance, Safety, Shooting, Slingshots

All bands wear out and degrade over time. However, if you are seeing nicks and tears in your bands, especially close to the pouch, you are likely having fork strikes and …

What are ‘fork hits’ and how can I avoid them?

What are ‘fork hits’ and how can I avoid them?

by admin | Apr 19, 2017 | FAQ, Performance, Safety, Shooting, Slingshots

A fork hit occurs when the projectile strikes the tip of the slingshot fork or frame. This is usually caused by a poor release and is easily avoided by learning proper technique. …

Why is a SimpleShot slingshot better than a wire frame tubular slingshot I find at big box stores?

Why is a SimpleShot slingshot better than a wire frame tubular slingshot I find at big box stores?

by admin | Apr 19, 2017 | FAQ, Performance, Shooting, Slingshots

Simple, modern design and manufacturing matched to modern latex. Quick attachment, pocketability, ease of use, low draw weight with high velocity, and 100% …

My bands have holes in them after only a few shots….what’s up?

I want to shoot the most powerful bands available, can I do that?

by admin | Apr 19, 2017 | Bands and Bandsets, Performance, Safety, Shooting

Sure, you can shoot really heavy bands but it is important to keep in mind that heavy bands don’t always translate into a faster shot. Heavy bands require heavy …

Can I shoot BB’s (.177 caliber) from my slingshot?

Can I shoot BB’s (.177 caliber) from my slingshot?

by admin | Apr 19, 2017 | Ammo, Performance, Safety, Shooting

Yes, shooting BB’s is an excellent and inexpensive way to dial in your technique. BB’s can be shot from any slingshot with the appropriate bands. The key with BB’s is …

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