Slingshot Hunting: It's Not Just a Toy!

[@timothyhume3741]

I am 76 and loved your show. I still hike a lot and always carry a slingshot. I still bag a few birds every year, Cheers and thanks.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

That is awesome!

[@SN-xx6ho]

Thanks for inviting us on the hunt and encouraging people to feed themselves naturally and yet your knowledge and expertise with slingshots is rather complex Mastery indeed.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I'm happy to share my experience! Helping people put food on the table by the simplest, cheapest means is the goal here. It takes some practice but it is effective!

[@BladeTeele14]

do you have a video on how to get accurate with a slingshot?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Not yet

[@andrelopes6004]

Man, you are sooo good with that slingshot. You got me into sling shotting about a year ago. After 1 year of solid shooting I am no where near your level of shooting. Respect 🙌🙌

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks! Keep at it. It will all come together

[@SobrevivencialismoRaiz]

Your video reminds me of my childhood, when hunting was not prohibited in Brazil, we would go out at 5:00 in the morning to hunt birds, the Brazilian fauna is very rich in birds, there are several types of pigeons, very similar to the lacopodis that you have there.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Sounds like a great childhood!

[@RoyFouch]

Good job bro your a beast with a slingshot.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I am proficient and exist in a remote area with an abundance of game. I cannot take more credit than that.

[@thomashoward4217]

Another awesome video and once again very informative! Keep them coming.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you! I appreciate the kind words

[@ワシもいろいろやってみる]

You change band depend on temparature.Excuse me ,but GZK thickness? Good laboratry in the woods and evidence.I wish you a happy new year and good shooting.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Ohh yes. As the temp drops so do my options for latex bands that will deliver an efficient kill. Once we are down to single digits(all the way to -30°F) it is GZK .76 for the win!

[@ワシもいろいろやってみる]

@@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans Thank you for your answer.Probably I can not pull more than 0,5mm.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@@ワシもいろいろやってみる long draw?

[@ワシもいろいろやってみる]

@@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans Short drawer.Until cheek bone.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@ワシもいろいろやってみる 23-18 taper is only 14 lbs. I bet you can do it!

[@locksbog4270]

Great show friend! 👍😃✌️💪🇺🇸

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@IshakBen-y3t]

هل لون الشريط المطاطي يأثر على أدائه؟

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I'm not sure. I'd bet that as an ingredient in the latex recipe there is some effect. How much I don't know. Some bands are formulated to handle different temps.

[@IshakBen-y3t]

شكرا لك ❤

[@emanuelfigueroa3644]

New subscriber! I appreciate your videos, I’m trying to get into hunting with slingshots, I’d love to buy one of your slingshots. Keep up the amazing work and videos!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks!! I have an eBay store I occasionally put frames up in. www.ebay.com/usr/sturmslingshots

[@emanuelfigueroa3644]

@ thank you for the reply! Do you include band set ups or just the frames? I’ll be eyeing your eBay now for sure!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@emanuelfigueroa3644 usually just frames.

[@GaroXa12]

Can you make a video on how you tie on the bands for your slingshot. Thank You.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Check out 11.40 of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWTUlZ2Japt5nNEsi=AK0Z7iOrWjiD7pQM

[@GaroXa12]

@@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans I appreciated, do you have any slingshots coming on sale in Ebay?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@GaroXa12 I think there is one up there from the last drop. They usually go in a day or two so once you see me post em, have a look quick

[@Yazb_karacb]

hello wonderful hunting, please tell me what thickness of rubber you use and what kind of steel ball

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

11 mm steel. .76 latex as said in the video.

[@ch0cchip704]

Great watch and very nicely done, always learn something watching carefully. Wanted to try that GZK just had a little clear out on eBay on band's i didn't enjoy using. We're not as cold as are so should be more than fine.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Hey there! Yeah there are a lot of bands that work well at warmer temps. You won't see me shooting GZK green above 30°f. There are better bands for warmer temps, but this stuff really shines in the cold. What is the average temp you hunt in, I can give you a more specific recommendation.

[@edheinlein3747]

You commented that your bunnies were "skittish", but still managed to get many shots. The showshoes where I live will NEVER let anything get as close to them as you do, especially when the snow is a crunchy as you're experiencing! How do I know? I have a thermal monocular, and in broad daylight, or the darkness of pitch at night, I can see them over 200yds away, and never get close to them.....they bust out once they detect movement 50-75yds away! The only way I can get snowshoes is to snare them!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yeah it's like that sometimes. For the sake of time I don't show the whole stock but many times I jump these then follow them to 3 or 4 different spots until they get into the thick nasty stuff, then I can get into range as they feel safe. Then it's about threading the needle. Other times I do what I talk about on a couple different videos in my q&a series. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKu0paCCgtN-lZIsi=0yTPL-NZFtWvpJT0

[@tunahanyorulmaz9936]

What is the length of the tires in cm?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

16.5 active. Plus tying material.

[@Pskawt]

Amazing marksmanship & craftsmanship! Do you ever hunt grouse?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yes I hunt them often, but the numbers are down in my area so I'm taking it easy on them for a couple years. Have a look at some of my older videos. There are a dozen or more grouse videos in the catalog. Enjoy!

[@davidstonkus3288]

You have great hunting skills.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks

[@mr.lokizai6023]

Awesome shooting mate...💥👌👍 How wide is that frame? 90mm or 100mm?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

100 mm

[@syedmunawar9835]

Super

[@DavidWright-v9v]

Do you have a site where I can purchase one of your slingshot?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

www.ebay.com/usr/sturmslingshots

[@jdalend]

What do you do if temps are below zero....

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Hunt. I have taken game with a slingshot at -20 or -30°F

[@jdalend]

Ok...I just got my 1st slingshot and was wondering if I could use it in the cold.... I still gotta learn how to use it but I'm looking forward to it. Thanks 😊

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@jdalend if your going to shoot in the cold use GZK green

[@travisjohnson2524]

Do you sell slingshots? Very interested in purchasing. Or any recommendations for something similar that's available. Tia!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yeah I have a few left on my eBay page. www.ebay.com/usr/sturmslingshots

[@Jb429421]

Awesome video again!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you.

[@risterranier4166]

Saudações meu amigo.. Aqui e de Franca...Brasil... Excelente caçada,gosto muito de seus vídeos... Vi que você tem vários estilingues e parece que todos tem a mesma abertura entre astes... Uma pergunta...quantos milímetros voce usa entre as astes...? E se astes mais largas e melhor para visada,ou para pegada...?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Frame is 100 mm outside of tip to outside of tip. This keeps my aim the same. If I shoot a smaller frame my shots hit high.

[@risterranier4166]

Show...meu amigo...👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@RippingLips23]

Little tiny hole in the winter cold 😂

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I get in where I fit in!

[@RippingLips23]

@ 😂💪

[@Yesunfortunately-r1x]

Hey so I see a lot of slingshot maming videos, mainly from Jamaica or African countries, and instead of tubes or flat bands, they use a bunch of rubber bands wrapped around each other, what do you think of this method? In El Salvador a popular method is using a bunch of long rubber bands they call it an "ondilla"

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

It will work. It's not ideal and unless your shot is absolutely perfect you're going to wound something. But if that's all you got...🤷‍♂️

[@Yesunfortunately-r1x]

@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans alright thanks man!

[@Yesunfortunately-r1x]

@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans alright thanks man!

[@levischenk2668]

Thank you for another awesome video! I have a request. When you build the birch natural, please film it. The build videos are my favorite.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Build video is in the works! Good call!

[@SandorFule]

Hi Mike, how the green GZK behaves at room temperature?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

This is an interesting question. It is middle of the pack. It will do the job at 60°F, but there are better options at that temp, simple shot, burning skull, Snipersling etc, all out preform it at room temp. But when it's cold all the others lose their retraction rate and get very sluggish where GZK green stays very close to it's standard speed at room temp. Thus it gets the job done in the bitterest of cold temps. It's all I will shoot in the single digits down to as cold as I can stand (-30°F), but you won't see me shooting it in the summer or fall. I hope that makes sense and helps!

[@ronbrown8559]

Have ever shot thru a chronograph to see what the speed is? Thanks, Ron

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yep. Quite often. I do it in several videos actually.

[@gunsknives]

What’s your take on hunting with smaller steel? I’ve seen a lot of people swear by 8mm for squirrels, but your 11mm seems to hit harder. Does 8mm penetrate more? Just getting started on slingshot hunting myself after months of practice, want to make sure I’m making clean kills. PS: just found your channel, instantly subbed. Awesome stuff

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Great question. 8 mm goes faster and is more likely to penetrate. 8mm will not carry as much kinetic energy down range resulting in greater drops over distance and less impact in the target. 8mm is far more likely to ricochet from a leaf or small twig, this is a result of size and kinetic energy. 11 mm holds its energy for long distances, delivers massive concussive blunt force damage and can get past a leaf or twig. For my style of hunting where I thread a lot of tight brushy shots 11 mm takes the day.

[@justincourts8296]

Found your channel recently. I have being watching all your older videos also. Thank you for all the great information. I haven't touched a slingshot it over 20 years but i started to crave one today in the deer stand. Going to make some for the godchildren also. But i do have one question what bands should i look for here in the deep south of Louisiana? I pain to hurt rabbits, quail, and pigeons on my property. The weather is normally 60-90s and about 80% humidity here.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

If you want pre made bands sets go to simple-shot.com and get their hunter bands. They are great ! If you are into making your own stuff and fine tuning go to omegaslingsusa.com and get a roll of burning skull band latex .7 mm thickness and cut your bands at a 1 inch to 3/4 inch taper. You will have a smooth draw and all the power you need to take any small game you wish.

[@justincourts8296]

What pouches do you use?​@@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@justincourts8296 I like the Jim Harris pouches size large. But I use a bunch of different ones.

[@ericjuste4363]

est ce necessaire de montrer la souffrance animal ?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

There was no suffering. What you are seeing is the nervous system shutting down. The Bunnies were done at impact.

[@ATOMark]

Another great video and hunt. Merry Christmas and all the best to you and your family in 2025.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@anastasisfishingandvlogs]

Hi my friend, an incredible hunt with nice shots, as a beginner I have a hard time hunting birds, especially hunting hares, I would like, as I believe many others, a clear and understandable video on how to approach rabbits and birds without scaring them, I have seen the video on this topic but I didn't understand many things, thanks a lot for your great videos!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Practice my man. Get out into the woods and practice. You will figure out what works for you.

[@anastasisfishingandvlogs]

​@@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans appreciate it

[@sunhai-w4y]

Best slingshot brother ❤️❤️

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks!

[@philipayomide95]

❤ from Nigeria I love your contents I want to shoot slingshot like you

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks! Good luck

[@reytorres1152]

Nice videos ,,,

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks

[@aungaung09]

Do you need a license to hunt with slingshot? Which state are you from? I am new in US and I love slingshot hunting.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yes you will need a license. Check the regulations for your state and follow the law. Have a good time.

[@massimomarmugi7431]

Ciao ! Le vendi anche ? Quanto le fai se le vendi ?

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I put a few on eBay from time to time.

[@jimf1964]

Other than moving slowly, quietly, and trying to not look directly at them, do you have any tips on how to get closer to them? Once in a long while I’ll spot one that won’t move because he figures he’s hidden, but by the time I get the slingshot out and take aim, he’s gone.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKu0paCCgtN-lZI Check out the video above. There is an entire short series on this and similar topics.

[@jimf1964]

@ Thanks, I’ll check it out right now

[@DoubleDeeeZSlings]

I really enjoyed this video, thank you for taking the time to film! Your a bad ass mofo with that sling

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thanks! It is a great time.

[@CarlosA19]

Perfect 👏👏

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you! 😃

[@nammavan8339]

❤

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

♥️

[@timsturm4794]

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

👍

[@FFKolas]

Bro what mm ball and what mm band u are using

[@FFKolas]

I got it in video

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Awesome!

[@adamsecret9912]

Love your videos; great shooting! Happy and Healthy New Years to you and yours.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you! You too!

[@RippingLips23]

U ever had ur rabbit stolen by an animal by leaving it unattended??

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I have had a close call recently with a hawk. I don't generally leave them for very long, and if I have the option I place them in some bushes to avoid the eyes in the air.

[@RippingLips23]

@ smart man, I had fish stolen from me from 5 feet away fishing at night for walleye 😂

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

@@RippingLips23 I'd be more worried if we had a big fox population. Those critters are sly. As we are; coyotes, lynx, ermine and mink are about all the land based predators, and they are all pretty skittish.

[@RippingLips23]

@ I tried trapping a fox in Idaho failed miserably they are very sneaky

[@bartmoody3526]

Great shooting bud. Super content, always looked to the next one!!!

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I appreciate it!

[@LukeBarr-h5k]

Did you know snowshoe hare squeal before they die? When I hunt them they squeal before they die

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Of course. I eat about 60 a year. They don't if you connect with the head. Then they just fall over and twitch.

[@LukeBarr-h5k]

@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans yeah

[@daggerg8451]

You're lucky to live in a place where there's lots of rabbits you get the most rabbits i have ever seen on youtube where i live only certain places have them

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Yep

[@royweterby3801]

Que bárbaro el tipejo , y yó que nó le puedo acertar ni a una vaca dentro de la bañera ... !

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

😆

[@lucasalvesdemorais4770]

Que toopp! De 🇧🇷

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

👌

[@RDCambodia]

ល្អpro

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

👍

[@brunoblanc9883]

Ce sont des lapins de cabane 😊

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Not sure what that means. They are snowshoe hares if you want to get real specific.

[@jennypatterson7195]

Great vid happy new year

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Thank you! Happy new year!

[@erwinwuttke9148]

Don't kill more than you must eat...

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

We eat everything I take. Thank you captain ethics.

[@ANationalAcrobat-qj2dl]

How many animals have just run off to die in agony after you have just winged them? Enjoy your fun but if I catch you then I assure you that you will be going to A&E to get that thing surgically removed. Best regards & Happy new Year.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Very few. I aim for the noggin for a reason. It's almost always a clean miss or an instant end. As you saw there was one I did have to track down on this outing, but I am very diligent about it and with snow on the ground a blood trail is easy to follow. As for the threats, I can do without them. I am a reasonable man and will answer questions worded in a respectful, reasonable manner. I'm also pretty decent with these hands...😉 Happy New Year

[@keen9629]

Not very humane is it now.

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

Sure it is! Most are done instantly. What evidence do you have to support such a claim?

[@ianhernandezmartinez3120]

ERES UN CABRON PARA LA RESORTERA MIS RESPETOS SALUDOS DESDE MEXICO YA ME SUSCRIBI Y TE DI LIKE

[@sturmslingshotsandshenanigans]

I don't think that translated well.... Welcome to the channel and thanks for commenting!