Other softer woods that work great as knife and axe throwing targets include Pine, Palm, Spruce and Poplar. Plywood is loud when the knives hit it, throwers will bounce off more often and heavier knives have the tendency to fly right through it.Jul 2, 2011
What is the best axe for axe throwing?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MboAEMH9E9w
What kind of boards are used for axe throwing?
Ideally the wood you use should be not too soft and not too hard. Softer wood allows for the axe to stick when you throw it, but too soft and your target will degrade quickly. Pine and spruce are both good options. Look for wood that is free of dark spots and knots, especially towards the center of your target.
What is the official size of a axe throwing target?
The bullseye is 1.5” in diameter, outlined with a black waterproof pen, and colored in red. The bullseye must be 24” inches (60.96 cm) from the bottom of the board. This should make the center of the bullseye 60″ from the floor.
Can you throw axes with plywood?
The holes seal up quite a bit after you pull your knives out. Other softer woods that work great as knife and axe throwing targets include Pine, Palm, Spruce and Poplar. Plywood is loud when the knives hit it, throwers will bounce off more often and heavier knives have the tendency to fly right through it.Jul 2, 2011
What equipment is needed for axe throwing?
The WATL Starter Kit comes with a WATL target stencil, WATL markers, Big Axe and Hatchet and a Whetstone everything a thrower needs to get started with a new backyard target. WATL Axes, unlike standard hardware store Hatchets, are designed to be thrown.
How much space do you need for axe throwing?
“Although people know us as an axe-throwing venue, it only takes up about 2,500 to 3,000 square feet, which is just about one-third of the second floor. So it's a pretty minimal footprint,” explains Goldberg.
How far away is the target in axe throwing?
around 12 feet
How big should a throwing knife target be?
(If you plan to compete in one of the many throwing competitions going on throughout the US, the standard target is 16″ so I would recommend getting a log with at least a 20″ diameter).Jul 2, 2011
What is it called when you throw axes?
Axe throwing is a sport in which the competitor throws an axe at a target, attempting to hit the bullseye as near as possible like that of the archery. Axe throwing is an event held in most lumberjack competitions. Throwing axes are becoming popular among outdoor enthusiasts as a throwing tool.