Chained rubber band test conclusion.

Over the past couple months I have done a ton of testing with chained rubber. I finally found a fast configuration. See my posts and other information regarding that in this thread http://slingshotforum.com/topic/3481-making-cheap-chained-rubber-bands-uk/ .

Now I bought some #64 bands from staples. My first band set up lasted a whopping 350 shots and none of the rubber even broke (but was coming close). The next two bands i made lasted barely 100 shots. I am not sure what went wrong on the last two.

Dayhiker sent me a bag of some higher quality #64 bands. They pull harder so I had to add another link in the chain to achieve my draw length. The performance of the two is about the same. The bands Dayhiker sent me however are much more durable. I have not broken them yet but only have about 200 shots on them.

The following company makes high quality bands that are made in the USA. I believe they are the same as what Dayhiker sent me. Check them out here http://www.alliance-rubber.com/products/rubberbands/palecrepegold.html . They are only $4 on amazon for an entire pound of them. This is cheaper than the staples rubber which was $2 for a 1/4 pound. However I have not calculated shipping.

In conclusion I say that chained rubber is an excellent source of bands. They are quick and easy to make, can shoot pretty fast, and are accurate. No cutting or tying involved. I will be buying from Alliance rubber, however if you are in a pinch the staples stuff works well too.