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These Takraws are made of cane and come in 2 sizes, small or large. The small takraw fits into your jacket pocket and is ideal for solo play.
They are both brown, but the shade may vary.
BACKGROUND AND HISTORY
Sepal Takraw is said to have been created by the Malaysian Royal Family around 500 years ago. The name itself comes from two languages. Sepak is "kick" in Malay, and Takraw is the "ball" in Thai.
It looked very similar to the Japanese traditional game, "kemari", where the players form a loose circle and count the number of times the ball is kicked before it touches the ground. (Very similar to the modern game of footbag, aka hacky sack.)
In 1965 the game was changed to resemble the modern game of volleyball, using a net and international rules. However, unlike volleyball, you are not allowed to use your hands, and must rely on kicking the Takraw with your feet or the occasional header.
SPECIFICATIONS
Small - £10.99
Circumference: 18 cm (7 inches)
Weight: 10 gms (0.4 ounces)
Large - £13.99
Circumference: 40 cm (16 inches)
Weight: 70 gms (2.5 ounces)
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