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Re: "Compressed Air" vs. "High Pressure Blower"

I would recommend a high pressure blower if you are really set on the idea and if it is legal, however I think that this really is not a sound idea. The consistency of it would be very iffy since the ball would be shot out with air, not exactly the best source of power. In addition, if the barrel was constructed wrong the ball would have no rotation as it flew through the air creating a knuckleball effect in which the ball would float at random through the air and would not be able to stay on target. Furthermore, you would need a LOT of air to shoot the ball any further than about 1 foot. The balls are relatively heavy and not light like most air powered projectiles would be. Don't let me stop you from trying this idea, but I really do not think that this would be the best option for any team.
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