Medium Range (40-80 m) Sport Boomerangs

updated on 5 March 2010

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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.
Items that are listed with a will have regular price reductions until they are sold.
Birch Plywood Boomerangs
Yukon by Günter Möller
Price: $24 ; Availability: 4 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

Autograf by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $34 ; Availability: 1 RH

The "Autograf" is another weighted boomerang that requires a power throw in moderate winds for best results. Launch straight out low with 30+ degrees of layover and you will be rewarded with a flight of 45-65 metres. Not a good first boomerang, but great for an adult thrower who wants a good boom for the Aussie Round event.
Span = 28 cm ; Weight = 66 gm ; Range = 45+ metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

Atlas by Georgi Dimantchev
Price: $28 ; Availability: 7 RH + 1 LH

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: 5 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

 The SunWheel 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: 1 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
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: 3 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. Requires light winds for a complete return.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 58 gm ; Range = 40-50 metres ; Age = 15+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Paxolin Solstice II by Volker Behrens
Price: $33 ; Availability: 1 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 wind conditions. 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 = 47 gm ; Range = 45-60 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Sussex Hook by Volker Behrens
Price: $47 ; Availability: 4 RH

 This large and narrow chord competition hook is a replica of Herb Smith's model with the same name. This model likes a light breeze, but also works well in near calm conditions. It is made out of 3 mm Paxolin material and gives you a large circular flight with a range of 50 - 70 metres.
Span = 40 cm ; Weight = 76 gm ; Range = 50-70 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10

The Wyche Weighted by Volker Behrens
Price: $52 ; Availability: 2 RH + 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

Blue*Star Veebo by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 7 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 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Paxolin Wind Eater I by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 1 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. 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. Requires moderate winds for a complete return.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 80 gm ; Range = 45-55 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

G12 Wind Eater III by Volker Behrens
Price: $48 ; Availability: 3 RH

 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. This is one of the easiest of the G12 boomerangs to throw. Wonderful for Aussie Round. Add a coin for extra range.
Span = 27 cm ; Weight = 55 gm ; Range = 45-60 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

G12 Wind Eater II by Volker Behrens
Price: $48 ; Availability: 4 RH

 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. The WE II G12 has more range than the WE III G12 and it takes more control and power. This model requires some wind for a complete return. There may be some paint flaking because paint does not adhere well to G12 material.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 54 gm ; Range = 50-65 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

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. The WE I G12 has more range than the WE II G12 and it takes more control and power on the throw. This model requires moderate winds for a complete return. There may be some paint flaking because paint does not adhere well to G12 material.
Span = 27 cm ; Weight = 66 gm ; Range = 55-70 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

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

This boomerang is made out of 2.5 mm G12 material. It can handle lots of wind and it is very catchable. Best for advanced throwers who know how to add weights and tape for field tuning.. An advanced boomerang that really gets out far.
Span = 26 cm ; Weight = 56 gm ; Range = 50-65 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Vulcano Hook Mini by Volker Behrens
Price: $33 ; Availability: 4 RH

 This wonderful hook is a good all purpose long distance Sports boomerang. Get more range by added a coin to the lift arm tip. Patterned after Al Gerhards' famous long distance hook, but smaller. Best for advanced throwers with tuning skills. Made out of 3mm Paxolin material.
Span = 30 cm ; Weight = 44 gm ; Range = 50+ metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 6/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Red Rocket by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 3 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. It is best to add a coin with tape to the dingle arm near elbow.
Span = 31 cm ; Weight = 46 gm ; Range = 60-80 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10 ; flight tested on 15 Aug 2009

Marathon Mini by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 3 RH

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

Vulcano Midi Hook by Volker Behrens
Price: $46 ; Availability: 3 RH

This medium size Paxolin hook has a range of 50-70 metres, making it a good trainer for extreme distance boomerang throwing. Patterned after Al Gerhards' famous long distance hook and approximately the same size. Best for advanced throwers with tuning skills. Made out of 4mm Paxolin material.
Span = 36 cm ; Weight = 88 gm ; Range = 50-70 metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10
Longer Range Boomerangs from the Collectable Web Page
Jim Mayfield ( and Colorado Boomerangs )
Item Code
Price (USD)
Description
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RP08

$80
Delicate Arch (Lefty)

(1988 Weighted)
RP15

$72
Delicate Arch Xtra Special Edition - 8 weights!
RP16

$43
Kilimanjaro Hook (Lefty)

(2000 Weighted)
RP17

$39 

(reserved)
Kilimanjaro Hook

(Weighted)
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