Medium Range (40-80 m) Sport Boomerangs

updated on 3 July 2009

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RH = right handed , LH = left handed ; Age = approximate minimum age for typical strength and coordination, tuning and proper throwing still required ; Power = 1 (5 years old child) -> 10 (very strong adult) ; Difficulty =1 (small child) - > 10 (advanced competitors only!)
Left Handed Throwers - Please see the specials at the bottom of this web page.
The boomerangs in each section below are organized so that the easiest to throw models are at the top. As you progress down the list, you will find more advanced models that require more skill and/or throwing power. Please note that the art and color on the boomerang that you will receive may be different from the art shown on this web page.
Boomerangs that are listed with a indicate items that will have price reductions each week until they sell.
Birch Plywood Boomerangs
Yukon by Günter Möller
Price: $24 ; Availability: 6 RH

This omega style boomerang is made out of 5 mm birch plywood. It comes in a mod art finish similar to what is shown, but colors may be different. It has a range of 40-45 metres. Add a coin with tape to extend the range to 50 metres for the Aussie Round event.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 60 gm ; Range = 40-45 metres ; Age = 15+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

Logic by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $34 ; Availability: 4 RH

The "Logic" is made out of 5.2 mm Finnish Birch plywood. Weights are added to the elbow and both blades to extend the flight range to 45 metres. A hole is added in the elbow and on the lift arm blade tip for better wind resistance. Very accurate flight and it returns all the way, even in calm conditions.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 65 gm ; Range = 45 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

Atlas by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $28 ; Availability: 11 RH

The "Atlas" is made out of 4.5 mm Birch plywood. Weights are added in the middle of both arms to extend the range to 50+ metres. Holes are added in elbow for better wind resistance. Very accurate flight in 3-4 metre/sec winds. Relatively light and easy to throw for such a high performance boomerang, but young adult power is required. A proven design since 1992.
Span = 25 cm ; Weight = 42 gm ; Range = 50+ metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10
Weighted Fuzzy by Günter Möller
Price: $40 ; Availability: 9 RH

This classic Aussie Round design is made out of 4 mm birch plywood. There are two weight in each blade tip and a weight in the elbow, giving thi boomerang a range of approximately 50 metres. This boomerang comes in a mod art finish similar to what is shown, but colors may vary. Add a coin with tape to extend the range beyond 50 metres.
Span = 28 cm ; Weight = 63 gm ; Range = 45-55 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10
Baltic Breeze by Volker Behrens
Price: $36 ; Availability: 3 RH

 This Hook is made out of 5 mm 10 ply Birch plywood. It has a lead weight inserted into both tips. The flight is low and very circular. Some tuning and throwing skills are needed to keep the flight low and off of the ground. Add a coin with tape to the lift arm to gain more range. Best when used in low wind conditions. This one likes a straight out hard throw.
Span = 28 cm ; Weight = 50 gm ; Range = 40-45 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10
SunWheel by Volker Behrens
Price: $38 ; Availability: 5 RH

 This Omega (also called the Baltic Star) is made out of 5 mm 10 ply Birch plywood. It has two lead weights inserted into the lift arm tip and a single lead weight inserted into the dingle arm tip. The flight is medium high and somewhat elliptical. Add a coin with tape to the lift arm to gain more range. Best when used in moderate winds. Likes a strong throw.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 56 gm ; Range = 40-45 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10

Argus by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $34 ; Availability: 3 RH

The "Argus" is a longer range sports boomerang for strong throwers. Made out of 4.2 mm Finnish Birch plywood. Has camber, weights and holes for optimized performance. It is best to throw in medium or strong winds. Launch straight out low with 30 degrees of layover and you will be rewarded with a low flight of 50-60+ metres. This boomerang stays low for most of the flight and is a good choice for Aussie Round in windy conditions.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 50 gm ; Range = 50-60 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

Talisman by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $34 ; Availability: 3 RH

The "Talisman" is a longer range boomerang made by the Bulgarian Aerodynamicist for use in the Aussie Round event. Made out of 5.0 mm Finnish Birch plywood. Has weights and holes for both added range and wind resistance. This boomerang has an elliptic, medium high flight with a range of 55+ metres. This boomerang was optimized for use in higher wind conditions (4-6 m/s).
Span = 25 cm ; Weight = 53 gm ; Range = 50-60 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

Vitamin by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $45 ; Availability: 5 RH

The "Vitamin" was made for use by adult throwers in the Aussie Round event and for longer range sports boomerang throwing. Made out of 6.5 mm 12 ply Finnish Birch plywood. Has small holes in each blade tip for improved wind resistance. This boomerang has a circular, low to medium high flight with a range of 45+ metres.
Span = 35 cm ; Weight = 77 gm ; Range = 45-50 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10
White Lightning by John Cryderman
16" Hook - Price: $55 ; Availability: 1 RH

This large hook is a replica of Al Gerhards' famous long distance hook that Al used to set a world record in long distance almost 30 years ago. These hooks are constructed using 12 ply 6 mm aircraft grade Birch plywood. There is a single weight on each tip. The elbow is decorated with 3 dowel rod inserts of exotic hardwoods. These hooks require a lot of power and should not be thrown by novice throwers. You may need to add dihedral and angle of attack to match your throwing aptitude.
Span = 40 cm ; Weight = 114 gm ; Range = 50-70 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10
Boomerangs made out of Paxolin, G12 and other Synthetic Materials

Flight tuning is necessary for advanced models. Some paint flaking may occur because paint does not adhere well to Paxolin or G12 material s.

Paxolin Wind Eater II by Volker Behrens
Price: $33 ; Availability: 1 RH

 This wind resistant V-hook boomerang is made out of 3 mm Paxolin. It is one of the easiest Paxolin boomerangs to throw and catch. Experienced throwers can add a coin with tape to the lift arm and get an extra 5-10 metres of flight range.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 58 gm ; Range = 40-50 metres ; Age = 15+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

Paxolin Wind Eater I by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 2 RH

 This wind resistant V-hook boomerang is made out of 4 mm Paxolin. It is one of the more forgiving Paxolin boomerangs to throw and catch, but it takes more power. Very good in windy conditions. A proven tournament winner in Aussie Round. Experienced throwers can add a coin with tape to the lift arm and get an extra 5-10 metres of flight range.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 81 gm ; Range = 45-55 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

Paxolin Solstice II by Volker Behrens
Price: $33 ; Availability: 3 RH

 The Solstice II has a wonderful low circular flight with a range of 45-60 metres, making it ideal for the Aussie Round event, especially in low to moderate winds. Easier to throw than many other Paxolin models, but it cannot handle as much wind as the Paxolin hooks. This model is made out of 3 mm Paxolin.
Span = 24 cm ; Weight = 40 gm ; Range = 45-60 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10

Blue*Star Veebo by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 3 RH

The Veebo has a maximum unweighted range of 60 metres, making it a good option for Australian Round. It is light weight and made out of 3 mm Paxolin material. A totally awesome boomerang, identical in performance to the Herb Smith Veebo. This model likes a hard straight out low throw with some layover for best results.
Span = 30 cm ; Weight = 36 gm ; Range = 50-60 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10

G12 Wind Eater II by Volker Behrens
Price: $48 ; Availability: 4 RH
Price: $50 ; Availability: 2 RH (weight tuned)

 This Wind Eater boomerang is made out of stiff 2.5 mm G12 material. G12 is stiffer than Paxolin and it provides better range and wind resistance than Paxolin. The WE II G12 has more range than the WE III G12 and it takes a little more control and power on the throw. The weight tuned boomerangs have weight added on the lift arm for extended range.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 54 gm ; Range = 50-65 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

G12 Wind Eater I by Volker Behrens
Price: $58 ; Availability: 4 RH

 This Wind Eater boomerang is made out of stiff 3.0 mm G12 material. G12 is stiffer than Paxolin and it provides better range and wind resistance than Paxolin. The WE I G12 has more range than the WE II G12 and it takes a little more control and power on the throw.
Span = 27 cm ; Weight = 66 gm ; Range = 55-70 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10
G12 Mr McCrae by Volker Behrens
Price: $53 ; Availability: 1 RH

 This variation of the Herb Smith Veebo is made out of 2.5 mm G12 material. This model takes a hard medium high throw and has excellent wind resistance with good hover at the end of the flight. Easier to throw than many of the other boomerangs with a flight range of 60+ metres.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 48 gm ; Range = 60-80 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

The Suzuki Weighted by Volker Behrens
Price: $60 ; Availability: 3 RH

This boomerang, made out of 2.5 mm G12 material, can handle a lot of wind and it is very catchable too. Best for more advanced throwers. This one is easier to throw and catch than the unweighted Suzuki. An advanced boomerang that is a lot of fun.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 56 gm ; Range = 50-65 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

The Suzuki by Volker Behrens
Price: $58 ; Availability: 1 RH

This boomerang, made out of 2.5 mm G12 material, can take a lot of wind and it is very catchable too. Best for more advanced throwers. It is one of the easiest of the G12 models to throw and catch, but it does take a low hard throw for best results.
Span = 28 cm ; Weight = 60 gm ; Range = 55-75 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

Red Rocket by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 5 RH

This boom has a range of 50-60 metres, making it a good long distance sports model. Made out of 3 mm Paxolin material. A copy of the Herb Smith Tornado Shorty. The flight is elliptical and high. This model needs some wind for a full return. Requires both strength and tuning/throwing skills.
Span = 31 cm ; Weight = 46 gm ; Range = 60-80 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10
Longer Range Boomerangs from the Collectable Web Page
Doug DuFresne
Item Code
Price (USD)
Description
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BR132

$47
Chinook Omega

with Signatures from U Mass Comp1992
Jim Mayfield
Item Code
Price (USD)
Description
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DP12

$60
Weighted Hook

(1993, Weighted)
DP13

$60
Weighted Hook

(1993, Weighted)
DP14

$60
Weighted Hook

(1994, Weighted)
Herb Smith
Item Code
Price (USD)
Description
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DP19

$179
Paxolin Marathon
AS95
$145
The Moghul

1988 (Very Nice!)
DP18

$136
The Pathfinder
BG14
$128
Paxolin Slim Tornado 1993
AS89
$114
Big "U"
Left Handed Boomerangs

Marathon Mini by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 1 LH

This boom has a range of 60-80 metres, making it a good all around long distance sports boomerang. Add weight to the arm for even more range. This awesome boom is a replica of the Herb Smith model with the same name. Made out of 3 mm Paxolin material. Requires both strength and tuning/throwing skills.
Span = 34 cm ; Weight = 44 gm ; Range = 60-80 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10

The Wyche Weighted by Volker Behrens
Price: $52 ; Availability: 1 LH

The Wyche has a wonderful low and circular flight with a range of 50-60 metres, making it ideal for the Aussie Round event. Works best in low to moderate winds. This model is made out of 3 mm Paxolin. This model is highly recommended as an easy to throw distance boomerang.
Span = 27 cm ; Weight = 50 gm ; Range = 50-90 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10
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