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This section contains
tips on how to take precautions against balisong mishaps while flipping.
- Wear shoes while flipping.
Your feet can easily get cut while flipping if you drop your knife
and are not fast enough to move your feet. Shoes can help limit
cuts on your feet (though the amount of protection depends on
how good your shoes are).
- Tape your blade. Taping
your blade for complicated manipulations (especially aerials)
can help you learn the move without risking injury. Some balisongers
recommend always using a live blade to avoid becoming complacent
while flipping, but it's up to you to decide what method is best
for you. note: Taping your blade does not protect you from the
tip of the knife, which is as equally painful (sometimes more)
as the edge.
- Use a trainer. The
trainer is especially handy for sparring with your balisong since
both the tip and the edge are blunted to help prevent injury.
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