Blog describing the Reach and Rip sheaf technique for the Scottish Highland Games. This approach has been consistent producing PRs for me of 32’ with that 20# sheaf and 37’ with the 16#
Newbie HG athlete here: this is the best explanation of technique that I have found about this event. I practiced today and felt a huge improvement. Thank you for posting this.
What do you think of the pvc some folk insert as a grip? are there any rules on adding a grip? looks like most keep the handle longer than is needed. Why wouldn’t you trim 4-5”?
If they feel like it helps them throw well, I'm all for it. Ultimately, you have to find what works for you. I don't find it helps me. I like the feel of the tines in my hand. I normally have a little tape left over from caber on my middle two fingers. Also, I don't want to "shorten" my tines by putting anything at the base that moves my hand out towards the tips. That leads to less return off the tines. It may be a minor return. But, it could be the difference between making the next height and/or winning.
