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How to Throw a BoomerangBoomerangs today are made from a variety of timbers, plastics, and other materials. Depending on the shape, size, and angles of the boomerang will determine distance of flight, elevation, and ability to do tricks.We recommend Rangs Boomerangs because of their quality design, ease of use, and return of flight. The Rangs boomerangs come in a range of styles and designs aimed at the first time thrower, the family, or the sports enthusiast. The models below offer kids fun (funrang), family fun (hornet), and enthusiast and trick flying (trimagic). 
 Rangs also manufacture the traditional wood style boomerangs and various models can be viewed here or at the online store Key Steps to Throw a BoomerangBefore you can throw a boomerang you need to ensure that it is a legitimate returning boomerang. Unfortunately in today's world there are lots of fakes that claim to return when in fact all they do is cause frustration. So rule one, buy from a known manufacturer such as Rangs Boomerangs an Australian leading manufacturer. Check out the Rangs product range here.Make sure you have plenty of room and free of any people or obstacles, ie trees. Calm days with little if any wind are the best. Determine where the wind is coming from and position yourself to throw to the right of the wind. Depending on the style of boomerang you have you will need to angle the boomerang, or create a layover, from between 10-35 degrees.  Aim your boomerang at about 10-15% elevation (i.e. just above the horizon line). Now the critical step...you need to put spin on the boomerang for it to come back. To do this cock your wrist and as you throw allow the boomerang to flick out of your hand. Spin is more important than throwing hard so this is the key to a successful return flight. Throw the boomerang as you step forward as you would throw a baseball.  Common Boomerang Mistakes1) too much layover, or throwing like a frizbee, which will cause the boomerang to go vertical and then come straight down.2) not enough spin hence no return. 3) throwing the boomerang at too high an angle 4) throwing across the body and hence changing the angle into the wind 5) throwing into the wind. Other Australian ProductsAustralia is a land of mystery and intrigue. It is also the home of an abundance of neat products in addition to the boomerang. Please check out Bangalla for more information ondidgeridoos and art Australian wool products body products, reusable shopping bags from Envirosax and Aussie hats from Wallaroo. |
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