Medium Range (40-80 m) Sport Boomerangs
updated on 20 July 2008
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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.
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: 6 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: 13 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


Xenon Hook by Volker Behrens
Price: $28 ; Availability: 2 RH
 
This Sporty Hook is rather exciting, but it is also one of the more challenging of the Hook style boomerangs to throw. Made out of 5 mm Birch plywood, it has a low and very circular flight path. Some tuning skill is needed to keep the flight low and just off the ground all the way around. Add a coin with tape to the lift arm to gain more range or add a coin with tape to the dingle arm to reduce range. Best for experienced throwers with tuning skills.
Span = 28 cm ; Weight = 50 gm ; Range = 45-55 metres ; Age = 16+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

Baltic Breeze by Volker Behrens
Price: $36 ; Availability: 4 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: 4 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 hihg 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


White Lightning by John Cryderman
16" Hook - Price: $55 ; Availability: 2 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.

Blue*Star Bluebird by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 3 RH
 
The Bluebird is a replica of the popular Herb Smith traditional with the same name. The Bluebirds in stock are tuned for a range of about 40 metres, making them ideal for throwers who are not accustomed to throwing with Paxolin booms. The range can be extended up to 60 metres by adding a coin to the lift arm and by reducing dihedral on the lift arm.
Span = 38 cm ; Weight = 52 gm ; Range = 40+ metres ; Age = 15+ ; Power = 6/10 ; Difficulty = 5/10

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.
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: 5 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

Sussex Hook by Volker Behrens
Price: $47 ; Availability: 3 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

Blue*Star Veebo by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 6 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 III by Volker Behrens
Price: $48 ; Availability: 1 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
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

Paxolin Orion II by Volker Behrens
Price: $35 ; Availability: 2 RH
 
An excellent omega style boomerang for the Aussie Round event. Made out of 3 mm Paxolin material. Best when used in light to moderate wind condition. Similar to the Windeater II with the tip cut off-but this model also has holes, undercutting & wider wingtips. Takes more power than the wind eater models and a hard low straight out throw.
Span = 29 cm ; Weight = 61 gm ; Range = 50+ metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 7/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

G12 Tri-blader by Volker Behrens
Price: $58 ; Availability: 5 RH
 
This tri-blader, made out of 2 mm G12 is a clean and pragmatic solution for windy AND gusty days in Australian Round, Trick Catch or Consecutive Catch. It has a higher, circular flight and does not get bounced around or carried away by freak winds. It is predictable and an easy catch. Made for advanced throwers who know how to tune a boomerang to fly in trash winds by adding weights. Perforated with holes for enhanced wind resistance. Requires moderate winds and weight tuning experience. The paint is flaking off in spots because it is difficult for the paint to adhere to G12 material.
Radius = 15 cm ; Weight = 49 gm ; Range = 45+ metres ; Age = 17+ ; Power = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 8/10

Vulcano Hook Mini by Volker Behrens
Price: $33 ; Availability: 2 RH
 
This wonderful hook has a range of 50 - 65 metres, making it a good all purpose long distance Sports boomerang. Get more range with added weight. 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 = 8/10 ; Difficulty = 7/10

G12 Mr McCrae by Volker Behrens
Price: $53 ; Availability: 5 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: 3 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


Marathon Mini by Volker Behrens
Price: $40 ; Availability: 2 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


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
Items that are listed with a indicate boomerangs that will have price reductions each week until they sell.
Herb Smith
Item Code
Price (USD)
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AS36
$82
Early Paxolin Red Rocket Prototype

Rich Surace
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RF13
$61
Long Distance Hook

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