NEW Sparrow Slingshot by Zachary Fowler and Simpleshot | First Time Shooting

The Sparrow Slingshot by Zachary Fowler is a newer release from Simpleshot. I get it all set up exactly how I like it, take it outside by the river and have some fun shooting a can. After plinking through a pouch of biodegradable ammo, I share my first impression after my first time using it. Just a little hint, it's by far one of the best slingshots I've ever had an opportunity to use. Will definitely be ordering more from Simpleshot!
(THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED VIDEO! ALL PRODUCTS WERE PURCHASED BY ME.)
I've been a fan of slingshots for quite a while now. It's just good clean fun, and time well spent in the outdoors. I enjoy it more and more each time I get out there and practice it. And as my skill has increased, so has my enjoyment of the sport. Expect to see much more slingshot-themed videos from me as summer hits and I'm able to get out more often.
Learning how to cut and tie your own bands and pouches will increase your understanding of how a slingshot works. I definitely recommend it, but you'll want to make sure you know what you're doing. An improperly cut or poorly tied band set could result in slingshot failure which can seriously hurt you or those around you.
Purchase your own Sparrow Slingshot here and tell them, Jude, from SurvivoTek sent you!
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DISCLAIMER: Slingshots can be dangerous when used improperly! Always wear eye protection. Be aware of what is in front of and behind your target. Use common sense when shooting any slingshot. SurvivoTek LLC is not liable for any injuries or damage caused by slingshots after being overwhelmingly inspired to purchase one for yourself.

[@SurvivoTek]

Just a short video introducing my new favorite slingshot to all of you! I had a lot of fun putting it together (especially the intro). Enjoy!

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

nice shooting

[@SurvivoTek]

Thank you so much! I try to practice a lot, but I'm still very much a beginner.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Waw that was epic cinematic

[@SurvivoTek]

I love the filmmaking process, so it means so much that you liked it!

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

@@SurvivoTek holy smokes it's the MAN himself!!😁✊🔥

[@8thspirit]

Zachary is the person thanks to I started slingshots. Now I have small shooting range and a lot of weird looks from my neighbours. Great movie! Keep it going man!

[@kalcrow5194]

Yeah, Zack rekindled my love for slingshots too. My neighbors behave the same way 😄

[@SurvivoTek]

Thank you so much for checking it out! Zach is awesome! So glad to hear you guys are enjoying your slingshots!

[@vasileiuga7299]

Childhood memories right there. Trying to get those doves 😅 I wasn't that accurate although.. sometimes the neighbors were really angry 🙄

[@SurvivoTek]

Oh nice! I would have been a menace if my parents gave me a slingshot as a kid, haha! Thanks for checking out the video, my friend!

[@Joefeslingshot]

Nice video very well edited and good shooting.

[@SurvivoTek]

Thank you so much! I really enjoy the creative process!

[@jonNH123]

Awesome vid: featuring content or equipment from two of my favorite KZbinrs. :-)

[@SurvivoTek]

Awh, man, you're awesome! Super appreciate the support and so happy you enjoy my videos!

[@whitefeatherslinger8194]

Cool vid 😎,slings on its way...👍

[@SurvivoTek]

Awesome to hear it! You'll enjoy the slingshot, I'm sure. Thanks for checking out my video.

[@whitefeatherslinger8194]

@@SurvivoTek I'll watch out for more of your vids 👍

[@spider5001]

Great video Jude! I’m here off of Fowler’s link!😱🤩🤩

[@SurvivoTek]

I know! It's crazy! Definitely wasn't expecting this much support over a simple video. Thanks so much, brother!

[@kimstreicher]

LOVE this! Great video honey!

[@SurvivoTek]

Thanks!

[@kalcrow5194]

😎👍

[@SurvivoTek]

Right back at-cha! ;)

[@t__m7623]

Very very nice beginning and video

[@SurvivoTek]

I really appreciate that, my friend! I worked pretty hard to get the shots right, so it means a lot to have the encouragement.

[@t__m7623]

You did very great job

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Cool little video brother, were you making the bands In The beginning?? I've been looking at these for a while I have the pocket shot with arrow adapter thingy it's pretty sick!!(=✌💚

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

What about the scout sling?? Which would you prefer 🤔

[@SurvivoTek]

Yeah, I like to cut and prep my own bands for shooting. I've seen those pocket shots. Just trying to get really good at the regular slingshot before branching out. Never tried the Scout frame. Do you have one? Cause I feel like the forks stand a little too tall for my style of shooting. That's my problem with the Axiom Ocularis. For now, it's either the Torque or the Sparrow.

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

@@SurvivoTek excellent thanks for your response Jude no I do not, glad you said that cause I'm gonna buy the fowler for the price totally worth it

[@danbolton3180]

I carved a slingshot from an applewood branch a few weeks ago, but was disappointed that I couldn't hit my target 40 yards away using gravel, maybe now I'm less disappointed.

[@SurvivoTek]

Sounds cool. Maybe try more consistent ammo?

[@AtomicBleach]

Just bought the wife a Sparrow. Offered to make her a bandset for my Scout LT to use since I shoot half butterfly and she was like nah Ill just get my own slingshot that way you dont have to take off your bands... ❤️ Is the stove you are using a solo stove or bushbuddy?

[@SurvivoTek]

The sparrow is a great slingshot frame. My favorite one I own. Super great to hear you and your wife share a hobby like slingshots. This stove is actually a bushbuddy I picked up 3 or so years ago. I love it.

[@AtomicBleach]

@@SurvivoTek @SurvivoTek Yeah I just recently got back into slingshots. Picked up the Scout LT after watching Zach's Smokey Mountain trip. I bought the crystal string for making my own bandsets, would that be fine to use to attach the bands to the sparrow or would I want to use a thicker latex or just use a string? Also any suggestion for a bandset (and taper) for clay ammo? I haven't shot any yet but I'm sure my current bands for 3/8 steel (0.7 1/2"x3/4" taper) would be too much for light clay ammo. I've heard the Bushbuddy stoves are very efficient and don't soot up the bottom of the pots as bad as other stoves. I've got a ti firebox nano and a Toaks small gasifier stove..

[@SurvivoTek]

That’s awesome! Yeah, Zach is a great shooter. I’ve been experimenting with a 3/4”-1/2” taper, but my bands are only around 6.5” long for anchoring at the cheek. Seems to work well enough for my draw length. I usually use excess latex or band material from discarded bands for attaching my new bands to the frame. I feel like the string might dig into the material and cause micro tears. That bushbuddy is pretty amazing. When I dump out the ash, there’s barely any in there. Super efficient burning stove. I’ve probably cooked dozens of meals on it.

[@cocovasquez1]

Just ordered one! Thanks Jude, What size ammo did you use?

[@SurvivoTek]

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! I use 3/8” usually, but I think I’m going to jump up to 7/16” since I get hand slap every once and a while.

[@cocovasquez1]

@@SurvivoTek Thank you, Bout to order them 🙌🏼

[@tomt8915]

Which one is better Torque or Sparrow?

[@SurvivoTek]

Sparrow for my hands.

[@victorvandorpe5304]

it is a good beginner slingshot?

[@SurvivoTek]

I believe it definitely is! Takes a little bit to learn the OTF (over the forks) method of shooting, but once you get it, it's a great one!

[@tyegunn]

#Subb’d Fowler is the man. Based on that I have just subscribed

[@SurvivoTek]

Welcome to the channel, sir! I hope I can earn your sub. Fowler is really great.

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Hey Jude what do you edit with??

[@SurvivoTek]

For this, I used Final Cut Pro X, but I've edited with Adobe's Premiere Pro for nearly 5 years.

[@Alex-kq1sv]

How do you tie the bands on

[@SurvivoTek]

I tie using thin strips of leftover band material just wrapped around the fork and tucked in.

[@Alex-kq1sv]

@@SurvivoTek thanks, one more question not sure if youd know, but i cant shoot butterfly, whats the best thickness bands for the regular shooting style

[@SurvivoTek]

@@Alex-kq1sv That is a fantastic question, I did quite a bit of testing on this myself - bought every band thickness I could and shot every ammo size. Ultimately, I found that 0.6mm is the best all around thickness. But if you shoot a lot of light ammo (like clay or plastic) go thinner. It depends on your ammo more than your draw length.

[@Alex-kq1sv]

@@SurvivoTek i shoot clay and steel, steel for game clay for plinking

[@Alex-kq1sv]

@@SurvivoTek i have 0.8 mm thickness and 0.75 mm, both can stretch to my ear bur i cant shoot that far back, i keep my anchor point near my eye actually