There is no practical difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical cuts. The ribbons almost always break in the area of the pouch.
Asymmetric bands
When cutting tapered bands what is the general thinking with symmetrical vs asymmetrical cutting?
I have been cutting my bands so that they are asymmetrical and only tapered along one side. This means they have a right angle instead of a more conical shape. I attach them at the fork so the tapered (i.e longer) side is on the outer edge of the fork.
I guess the stretch is then more even with the inner edge and I figured this made sense but after watching videos of others this doesn't seem the norm.
I am curious if others do this or have any thoughts as to how this changes the speed, accuracy and band lifespan.
I have been cutting my bands so that they are asymmetrical and only tapered along one side. This means they have a right angle instead of a more conical shape. I attach them at the fork so the tapered (i.e longer) side is on the outer edge of the fork.
I guess the stretch is then more even with the inner edge and I figured this made sense but after watching videos of others this doesn't seem the norm.
I am curious if others do this or have any thoughts as to how this changes the speed, accuracy and band lifespan.
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