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Does my draw length vary with differing slingshot band weights / tapers?

Does my draw length vary with differing slingshot band weights / tapers?

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 22, 2022 | Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Bands and Bandsets, Performance, Shooting

When I shoot different band sets, does my draw length change? COMMENT ON YOUTUBE Here’s a question that a lot of people have. We have posted many videos, (as has the whole slingshot community) about draw length and band elongation, and everything along the lines...
Help us new shooters with “band twitch” when shooting a slingshot!

Help us new shooters with “band twitch” when shooting a slingshot!

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 21, 2022 | Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Bands and Bandsets, Performance, Shooting

Is there “target panic” for slingshot shooters? COMMENT ON YOUTUBE There sure is. Also known as target panic or the yips, this affects sportsmen of all kinds, including pro athletes in marksmanship skills and other aiming sports. In fact, even golfers have...
When shooting, should the slingshot be 90 degrees toward the target or tilt toward the target?

When shooting, should the slingshot be 90 degrees toward the target or tilt toward the target?

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 20, 2022 | Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Performance, Shooting, Slingshots

Here’s a good question that people have often from watching others shoot. COMMENT ON YOUTUBE Some people vary their frame hand hold substantially with great success, others need to make changes to find success. The question is: how important is a perfect...
Wide frames: Is it better to adjust aiming point or anchor point?

Wide frames: Is it better to adjust aiming point or anchor point?

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 19, 2022 | Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Shooting, Slingshots

Should I change my reference point or anchor point when shooting wide frames? COMMENT ON YOUTUBE When changing back-and-forth between frames with varying fork, gaps, most sugars need to make adjustments. The question here is whether one should adjust the anchor point...
Slingshot Practice Ammo. Are glass balls (marbles) OK for practice?

Slingshot Practice Ammo. Are glass balls (marbles) OK for practice?

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 18, 2022 | Ammo, Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Shooting

Are marbles good for Slingshot Practice? COMMENT ON YOUTUBE It may surprise you to hear of the things to consider with glass slingshot ammo, but the short answer is simple. Here’s our take on using marbles as slingshot ammo and what to consider before you do....
Slingshot accuracy. What are best practices for slingshot accuracy?

Slingshot accuracy. What are best practices for slingshot accuracy?

by Team SimpleShot | Dec 17, 2022 | Ask Nathan, Ask Nathan: Season Four, Performance, Shooting, Slingshots

Best Practices for Slingshot Practice. COMMENT ON YOUTUBE In this video, Nathan goes over his number one recommendation for achieving slingshot accuracy. It is not everybody’s favorite answer, but we are convinced that it is the best answer. Watch the video to...
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