There is little that gets in my craw when it comes to an axe throwing match. You wanna celebrate a perfect throw? Do it. You wanna talk some trash? I’m excited, you sanitary specialist. But there’s one thing, JUST. ONE.…
Author: Badger
3 tips for brand new throwers
Starting out in axe throwing, specifically as a member of a league, can result in a bunch of advice and guidelines from more experienced throwers. And that’s great, honestly, as a way of diving deep in something new. But the…
IATF News: What is the Panel of Throwers?
The IATF announced this week that they have closed nominations and are seeking votes and discussion around the “Panel of Throwers” – a select number of representatives charged with increasing transparency and boosting the dissemination (tee hee) of information more…
What to do with your pre-throw nerves
Axe throwing is by all accounts a low-pressure thing. Compared to, say, flying a B-17 over Nazi-occupied Europe, axe throwing is small potatoes. But it is a potato, and that’s worth thinking about. Because potatoes are real good. Despite the…
Axe Tap Types: A Study
Since long ago, in ancient times, axe throwers have tapped their axes together at the beginning of a match to signify mutual respect, comradery, and to make that delightful ringing sound for all to hear. Unfortunately, this aspect of axe…
Axe Throwing Tip: Everything is Practice
I’m a thinker. I’m paid to think, I think in my free time. To the credit of the Pizza Hut BOOK IT! program I read a lot — and all of that is great. I enjoy treating my body as…
Tiny Axe Thrower Interview: Otter Guy
During our last Thursday league night, I cornered Otter Guy as he kept score. Two wonderful things happened during this tiny axe thrower interview: So please just note there are moments where Otter Guy says things that might seem like…
Throwing Axes with Cerebral Palsy
When I was born, I was born all sorts of bad. Several genetic issues, heart beating backwards, not breathing–plus a ton of other fun stuff. And while some of the things I was born with were resolved with learned workarounds…
When to make your axe an ex
I’m literally writing this post just to use that title. Call me Carrie because this article is entirely hinging on that wordplay. Anyway, I think you’ve known me long enough now, dear reader, that I may safely admit to you…
New Challenge Coin Suggestions
The challenge coin is one of the most sought after physical items in axe throwing. Mostly because it’s one of the few physical rewards axe throwers get in the sport, but still – there is a deep-down satisfaction in getting…