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New Sidearm Elite
« on: March 30, 2023, 11:23:46 AM »
Received the first batch of these on Tuesday after seeing them online, improved design and a Hot Pink or Transparent version to pick from.

Sold the transparent batch on the same day so if anyone is after one let me know as I have more coming shortly.







RRP is £36.99 but have them at £32.99 currently.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #1 on: April 06, 2023, 09:29:10 PM »
Hi Tom, after many seasons out - I am getting involved in coaching again (U10 - U12). Have you used the club model for this age group range? Trying to save aging shoulders from doing hours of throw downs 🤣
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #2 on: April 06, 2023, 09:35:29 PM »
The Elite is essentially a stiffer/thicker (behave @FattusCattus ) version of the club model so has the ability to throw it faster. The club seems fine too but it generally comes down to the skill level of the user as to how fast and accurate you lob it down.

For the small price difference I’ve seen most people opting for the Elite version.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #3 on: April 06, 2023, 09:48:03 PM »
Thanks, Tom. Really helpful. Purchase inbound!
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #4 on: April 06, 2023, 09:54:50 PM »
They are very different. If you've been using the basic one, the elite takes some getting used to.

Elite seems like harsh treatment of 10-12 year-olds!

Also, be aware that an inexperienced/unpractised person using one of these things could quite easily seriously injure someone (of any age).
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #5 on: April 06, 2023, 10:03:42 PM »
Trust me - there will be extensive practice before using it with people.

Will likely get one of each.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #6 on: April 06, 2023, 11:03:00 PM »
I've had a yellow one for years, and they are fine for use against kids and adults as well.  Also have a longer version (not a sidearm) and they do come out differently.

There is a design flaw in the yellow ones, mine snapped off where it narrows down at the top of the handle, where a hole is drilled to mount the soft rubber grips.  I got thousands of throws out of it, but that's where they will eventually break.  The other two models look to have a deeper cross section at that point, and should last a bit longer.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #7 on: April 07, 2023, 11:40:29 AM »
I use a Rapid Arm and it’s awesome. Adjustable arm length and head position angle.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #8 on: April 07, 2023, 12:21:27 PM »
« Last Edit: April 07, 2023, 07:22:27 PM by thegowerwaft »
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #9 on: April 07, 2023, 01:42:05 PM »
Other than new Colors, how is the new sidearm elite different?
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #10 on: April 07, 2023, 03:38:24 PM »
Quote from: brokenbat on April 07, 2023, 01:42:05 PM
Other than new Colors, how is the new sidearm elite different?

Stronger, slightly shorter and thicker on the neck. Handle a lot chunkier too. Overall a more solid design. Fires them out quick!
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #11 on: April 07, 2023, 05:26:29 PM »
So, Sidearm Elite throws faster deliveries than the original (white/blue) one?
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #12 on: April 07, 2023, 05:26:46 PM »
Instruments of death
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #13 on: April 07, 2023, 07:55:22 PM »
Quote from: Tailendfielder on April 07, 2023, 05:26:46 PM
Instruments of death

Only in the wrong hands.
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Re: New Sidearm Elite
« Reply #14 on: April 07, 2023, 07:56:39 PM »
Quote from: Sivlar13 on April 07, 2023, 07:55:22 PM
Only in the wrong hands.

My hands….
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