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Bashstash01 t1_izugmd9 wrote

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Different bolas were likely different lengths, and it also depends on the user. There is no definite answer for this question.

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DownvoteThisTempAcc t1_izuyn8j wrote

Say there are two bolas, one that's the most optimized for long range throwing, and one that is about average in every bola metric. What are the loose approximations for their maximum throwing ranges?

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RiceAlicorn t1_izwmfj9 wrote

You still haven't narrowed down the range of the question in the slightest.

"Bolas" is a very broad term. What kind of style of bolas are you thinking of? Portugeuse types, Inuit types, or some other sort? How many weights does the bolas have? What kind of materials is it made out of? Nobody can even begin to describe the "average bolas" or a "long-ranged optimized bolas" for you, when such terms drastically change in meaning without specific parameters. The "average bolas" made with modern day materials and technology would significantly differ from the "average bolas" made by a Portugeuse gaucho in the 1800s.

What context is there for the throwing? Would the throw be considered from a person standing level to the ground, or would it be considered from a person riding horseback (which is/was a common context for bolas throwing)?

This is a history subreddit. If none of these considerations matter to you (or if you only care about the modern context), that makes this question unsuitable for this subreddit.

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Two-Hard-Sticks t1_j02b2a4 wrote

I don’t think they are looking for a specific answer for this question. I think they are looking for any answer. If you wanted to specify the max distance of a Portuguese style bola, from a specific time period, I’m sure they would be happy with the answer.

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