One piece of Footbag advice from every person.

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One piece of Footbag advice from every person.

Post by AdAstra » 03 Mar 2016 13:38

Hey all!

I was hoping we could start a thread where all players will contribute a piece of advice they find most helpful for the sport. A concise statement from a bunch of different players might be a great resource for new players.
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Post by Cass » 03 Mar 2016 16:00

Cool idea! I'll bite.

My advice would be to strengthen your core. Keeping the core tight and practising good posture can go a long way.

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Post by C-Fan » 04 Mar 2016 07:57

Make time for anybody who shows interest. We were all beginners once.

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Post by Outsider » 05 Mar 2016 08:07

Learn basic kicks very well, and learn to use them to keep the bag in the air for extended periods of time (like, 15 or 30 minute long rallies).
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Post by Kylescook » 05 Mar 2016 19:25

Learn proper form as early as possible, Its harder to correct later if you can "get by" with what you're doing now.
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Post by Add Block » 06 Mar 2016 00:17

If you're having trouble with linking your Drifters into Stepping set, jump into your Drifters sooner. Make it feel almost like a Quantum/Stepping set (for Toe/Near, respectively), only you plant the setting leg first. Adjust the set height to compensate for the decreased trick time length.
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Post by boyle » 08 Mar 2016 01:53

Try to carry a bag with you all the time. Make use of short periods of time where you have the chance to play (doesn't matter if you have the right equipment etc).

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Post by DC Clinks » 20 Apr 2016 08:26

I would say to not obsess over a single trick or link for an entire session if you are having significant trouble. Know your limits and what you can and cannot hit in a reasonable amount of time. Obviously exceptions include trying to learn a new concept for the first time, however.
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