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Step 1
Consider how you want to use a hacky sack. Freestyle play involves a few people standing in a circle, passing the hacky sack and performing tricks. It and individual play often work better with looser footbags. Tournament players who pass over a 5-foot high net often choose a harder bag that travels longer distances.
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Step 2
Discover the many types of footbags. While a traditional 32-panel vinyl or leather bag is filled with little beads, you can also find cloth bags filled with other materials. A popular hacky sack is the brightly colored, crocheted Guatemalan footbag.
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Step 3
Look for hacky sacks under many names, including footbag, dirt bag or sand bag. Sometimes the name refers to the material inside the bag.
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Step 4
Decide how much you want to pay for a hacky sack. You can find bags at sporting goods and toy stores for under $5. You can also order professional quality footbags online from the World Footbag Association's online catalog for $20 or more.
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Step 5
Check for footbag clubs in your area. Talk to the players about the different kinds of bags. Perhaps club members will offer to let you try out the different types.
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Step 6
Think about the construction of the hacky sack. Cloth and vinyl ones can rip, while a hemp hacky sack is the sturdiest. Additionally, sand filled bags are harder on the foot, while bags filled with plastic beads tend to get looser over time.
