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Newsletter: Issue #48 by Scott Gracia sgracia@wi.rr.com http://www.throwzini.com ======================================= IN THIS ISSUE 1. What's New 2. A Message About Knife Throwing... In Iran by Farhad Abedpour 3. Recreational Knife Throwing Video Part II Advanced Techniques 4. Ode To The Local Throwers Page - by Chuck Fogarty 5. Advertising Opportunities 6. Contact Info/Reprint Guidelines 7. Subscribe/Unsubscribe ======================================= 1. WHAT'S NEW Hi Throwers! Tis the season for throwing indoors! We were getting spoiled here in WI with the temperatures in the 50's and 60's up until last week! Now its back to reality. I just looked outside at our thermometer and it says its a whopping 23 degrees :( Come on Spring time!!! I haven't been out much throwing lately, (and I really get along with my current landlord) so I haven't set up my normal indoor range. But the urge is growing :) I was next door at Fred's a few nights ago (he's the landlord), and we were throwing his sks spikes in the basement. We had two log rounds and an old door leaning against one wall. What a cheap form of entertainment! I still can't believe how much fun I have doing this... I hope it never ends!!! To check out some other types of spikes, and even learn how to make a set for only a few bucks and a bit of manual labor, just follow this link: http://www.throwzini.com/spikes.html SITE UPDATES There's a new picture under the INDOOR TARGET section that I think you'll all get a kick out of. For those of you who always wanted to throw indoors, but couldn't find a small enough target... this is for you :) http://www.throwzini.com/gordons_nailtarget.html Until next time... Scott Gracia sgracia@wi.rr.com 101 FREE KNIFE THROWING TIPS http://www.throwzini.com OTHER UPDATES When you visit the site you'll also notice a brand new QUICK IDEA and lots of interesting posts in our THROWZINI FORUM! Its a great place to ask questions about ANYTHING that has to do with the sport of throwing. You can learn tons of useful knife, axe and spike throwing tips just by visiting our homepage and clicking on the THROWZINI FORUM link. http://www.throwzini.com NEW PRODUCT NOW AVAILABLE!!! Recreational Knife Throwing Video Part 2 Advanced Techniques - by John Bailey The long awaited sequel to the John's first video on this great past time! You will see knives and other paraphernalia, which can and HAS, been used in the entertainment field for special effect. You'll also learn unusual and trick throws, that will WOW the socks off your friends. For more details on this brand new instructional video just follow this link: http://www.throwzini.com/jb_vid2_desc.html Thanks again to everyone that submitted their info/pics!!! ======================================== 2. GUEST COLUMN: Following is a message I received from another throwing enthusiast! I get emails from people who live all over the world, and sometimes its nice to share them to remind people how lucky we are. Can you believe its illegal to throw knives in other countries? One thing is for sure... I won't be visiting Iran anytime soon :) There are some great pictures that go along with this article. All homemade stuff!!! Just read to the end of the article for more info about checking out the pics. A MESSAGE ABOUT KNIFE THROWING... IN IRAN by Farhad Abedpour My name is Farhad Abedpour (36yrs old). I am a civil engineer and manager of Rayan Sazeh Co. I am married and have a four year girl. I started throwing 2 years ago, after I severely injured my right hand in an accident, (I cut all the nerves in it), and I needed some physical therapy. After 8 months of therapy, I started knife and needle-throwing!!! My first practice was with the needle, and I learned to throw one spin from 2 meters (6 feet). The length of the needle was 10 centimeters (1/3 foot). After a while, the "therapy" started working. My wrist was getting stronger and I was ready to move up to "knife" throwing. About six months ago, I started Internet and searched for information about "knife throwing" and "throwing knives". Thats when I found your site and translated your free tips and newsletters which were very useful to me. (An interesting point, I requested the 101 FREE KNIFE THROWING TIPS Info-Pak from your web site and I used your guide and now I throw that same needle from 8 meters - 24 feet - for 1 spin) My progress is slow because in Iran throwing knives are illegal and they will prosecute anyone who buys or sells a throwing knife. So I must practice hidden. (I practiced throwing in our dining room and damaged all the furniture... my wife was very angry?) HOMEMADE THROWERS I also have to make all of my own throwers. The materials I used to make my throwing tools were a car spring and a big saw blade. I made my first simple design by sawing, grinding and shaping. I hope to continue to practice throwing and making knives for a long time. Sincerely Yours, Farhad A. far366@yahoo.com To see some great pics of Farhad's homemade throwers just follow this link to the CUSTOM DESIGNS page: http://www.throwzini.com/customdesigns.html ============================================= 3. BRAND NEW VIDEO!!! RECREATIONAL KNIFE THROWING VIDEO PART II Advanced Techniques The latest release from John Bailey, President & Founder of the WKTG, will give you basic instruction for beginners and information on what is needed for competition, entertainment and stunt work throwing. Here is just a taste of what you'll get: - Unconventional Styles, Grips and Throws - Tricks, Toys & Other Sticky Things - Crystal clear slow motion and frame by frame analysis - Learn what knives work best for stage work - Competition rules and events - From distances to number of spins - And we can't forget about the old "Billy Bass Incident" (You know the talking fish :) and so much more! For a limited time, you can have the ultimate knife throwing video for only $19.95. By acting now, you'll save nearly 33% off the regular price of $29.95 For a full description of this video and ordering details, follow this link: http://www.throwzini.com/jb_vid2_desc.html (AOL users, scroll to bottom for a clickable link.) ============================================= 4. ODE TO THE LOCAL THROWERS PAGE by Chuck Fogarty Have you seen the Local Throwers group On Scott's Throwzini page? He's helping all The Thrower groups Try to come of age Wouldn't you really like to find Some throwers close to you? Some may be just down the street But 50 miles from you England, Ireland, Germany, Iran Are signed up for the fun Canadian throwers number three But most of our States have none Just send your City and your State Maybe a picture too Find your local throwing friends Or help them to find you I'd like to find a thrower Young, old, girl or boy I hate to think I'm the only thrower In all of Illinois It doesn't cost a dollar or even just a coin It's free it's fun and helpful too So let's line up and join! To sign up for the new LOCAL THROWERS page or to check if there are any other people that throw in your area, just follow this link: http:/www.throwzini.com/local_throwers.html Written by Chuck Fogarty - The Traveling Knife, Hawk & Atlatl Throwing Reporter - thechuckster@webtv.net ============================================ 5. ADVERTISE WITH US Run an ad in this newsletter and expose your business to thousands of potential customers! Send an e-mail to sgracia@wi.rr.com for details. ============================================= Worlds Easiest To Use Throwing Knife! The Easy-Stik Pro. You will throw like an expert in just a few tries. Order from the net or send a check or money order for $24.95 plus $5.00 shipping to: Accuflight Inc. P.O. Box 25 Pennsburg PA. 18073-0025 See the video of this knife in action at: www.accuflightinc.com Dealers inquires invited. Thank you, Clyde Hoch ============================================ If you have any questions about throwing that you would like answered in one of our upcoming issues, or if you have an article or story about throwing that you would like to share, simply send an e-mail to: sgracia@wi.rr.com with QUESTION FOR NEWSLETTER in the Subject Line, and your name and question in the body. ============================================ 6. (Copyright 2001, Scott Gracia, The Great Throwzini.) Reprint permission granted in part or whole when the following credit appears in full: Reprinted with permission from Scott Gracia's The Great Throwzini Newsletter. Get your FREE 101 KNIFE THROWING TIPS and Newsletter, filled with throwing tips and ideas to help you with your throwing game, at The Great Throwzini web site http://www.throwzini.com ============================================= Scott Gracia, The Great Throwzini, 126 E. Plainfield Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53207-5008 Phone 414-744-8689, E mail: sgracia@wi.rr.com http://www.throwzini.com ****************************************************** AOL USERS: USE THESE CLICKABLE LINKS TO VISIT OUR WEB SITE The Great Throwzini Web site Recreational Knife Throwing Video - Part II Advanced Techniques. ****************************************************** It's free, and there's no obligation. |
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