Atlatl weights add balance and stability to an atlatl system. They improve accuracy for many atlatlists and make it easier to hold the atlatl steady while aiming at the target. One reason it helps to steady the atlatl is that it balances the weight of the dart. It also adds inertia to the system which tends to minimize shaking and wiggling caused by the atlatlist's body functions such as heartbeat and respiration etc.

Depending on the placement of the weight on the shaft of the atlatl, there is also more or less of a "pendulum effect" which helps to stabilize the swinging atlatl during the shot. Placing the weight closer to the hook end of the atlatl produces more of the effect at the expense of some of the speed or energy of the shot. Placing the weight closer to the handle is a good compromise between not having a weight and having it out at the distal end.

Besides that, atlatl weights look really great on your atlatl! (not to mention the Ooga Booga effect, which if you belong to the Secret Ear-o-Corn you understand without further explanation.)

We have a selection of atlatl weights in stock, a few of which are pictured here. Others can be custom-made for you, although it sometimes takes several weeks to complete the task. Since atlatl weights are made of so many different materials, from common to precious, prices vary greatly. If you have any questions please contact us . The weights shown in the pictures are $25 per weight. The photo of specialty stones show more expensive weights which can be custommade as we have materials in stock. Please call to discuss. When selecting a postage option for up to eight weights, just choice the priority flat rate box option - $8.