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Using the patented UBProducts Fence Launcher, 2 or more players take turns trying to launch a standard 2.4m (8 ft) 75x100mm (3"x4") hardwood fence post into a 450mm (18in) hole from 300m (1000 ft).
Sharpened one end, the post is basically a very big javelin. Points are awarded for "nearest the
hole" after 5 shots each. A case of beer, wine or cheap corn liquor for the winner.
Fardart
http://www.halfbakery.com/idea/fardart
[sufc, Oct 04 2004, last modified Oct 05 2004]
Can it launch these babies?
http://doityourself...store/6229371x5.htm
[Amos Kito, Oct 04 2004, last modified Oct 05 2004]
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You would be fined because "any use except as intended by the manufacturer is illegal", but it would be fun. To avoid the legal stuff the fence launcher could come with a set of magnetic signs to adapt the intended purpose "fence launcher", "dart exerciser", "roaming pet restrainer" ... |
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I would be the manufacturer. Paddock Darts would be included in the intended uses. Getting insurance for that... |
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Anything that involves chucking sharp pointy objects gets my vote. |
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Fins and aerodynamic aids not allowed. |
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They appear to be the 'bunkerbuster' of the fence post world, [Amos]. In a word, Yes. |
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"Fins and aerodynamic aids not allowed."
With one hand you give us sharp pointy things and with the other you take away the means to make them soar. Now, that's just not playing fair. |
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Well, maybe some small fins? |
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//A case of beer, wine or cheap corn liquor *for the winner.*//
Sp: for the pre-launch breakfast |
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can't see this being very popular in Transylvania....and how could you prevent players using trained woodworm to give it a smart element? |
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//can't see this being very popular in Transylvania// |
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[UnaBubba] likes to raise the stakes a little... oh dear. |
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It's a grave accusation, I must say. I had hoped for something more cryptic. |
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Would you like some milk with your Post? |
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Washington's best coffee? |
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Ithink I'll stick to horse shoes.. Even though I've never played ... |
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You can put a foot into a horse, turning it into a horse shoe, if you manage to hit one. |
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Would there be any element of stealth involved, possibly with the intent of catching your competitors unawares as they inspect their previous shots, only to look up and find a fencepost zeroing in on their position, or would you have some etiquette like in golf where they shout “four” before playing? If so what would you shout? "Run like the wind you fuckers!"? |
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Yeah, [dob]. You yell "3 by 4", once you're reasonably sure of a hit. |
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