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Disc Golf for Dummies: Part III

When learning how to play disc golf, it is important to not only learn about the different disc and ways to throw but, it is also good to know the basic disc golf rules. In this last part of the blog series, I am going to talk about and explain some of the basic rules that will get you started in no time. Keep in mind though, these are just a few general rules so you must always follow any specific guidelines that are made at whatever course you are playing on. Just like regular golf, disc golf involves points or strokes, that represent each attempt to get closer to, or in, the basket, and penalties will add to your stroke/point count such as landing in a sand trap or water. One stroke is counted each time you throw a disc, and the goal is to get into the hole in as few strokes as possible.  Starting off a game of disc golf, there is no set way for you to select who throws first on the first hole. There are time where people will flip a coin for it, but It is really up to you and your
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Disc Golf for Dummies: Part II

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    When getting to know the game of disc golf, also referred to as frisbee golf, a major thing to learn and get familiar with are the four different types of discs. These four types of discs each possess unique flight characteristics that are crucial to shape and angle different shots through the various course layouts and obstacles that may be around. The way the disc is shaped, the depth of the rim, the top of the disc, and the plastic from which it is made up of all play an individual role in how the disc reacts once thrown out of your hand. There are some discs that go further, some drop out of the air quickly, some get a lot of lift to them, which all has to do with the disc type that you’re throwing and the disc shape. These four  disc-types  can be categorized into the following: Distance Drivers: Used for gaining maximum distance off the tee pad. Fairway Drivers: Used for driving and fairway throws where more control and less distance is needed. Mid-range: Used for approaching
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Disc Golf for Dummies: Part I

  The first type and simplest technique of throwing is just to throw it straight, which is probably what most people assume all it is: releasing the disc and having the flight of the disc have little to no change in direction or angle, in simpler terms, throwing on a straight line. This type of throw is one that many pros execute on a routine basis with great consistency. Many of the courses designed for amateurs require short straight throws of 300 feet or less. for me, I personally prefer to throw very neutral discs for straight throws of this kind; a neutral disc could either be a mid-range disc or a putter, whichever you prefer.     There are a few different techniques in throwing a straight disc, it can depend on the putter and also the form in which you throw. There are three different types of throws, backhand, sidearm, and tomahawk. Tomahawk throws can be on of the most trickiest of throws to get into a straight line, because discs tend to curve and change direction when thrown
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Mindful Tips for Golfers

 Are you an extreme golfer like myself and want to play golf even during the cold seasons? Well now you can! The season is approaching us quickly this year and throughout this post you will be getting the best tips on how to play your best game of golf while out in this cold weather. And this goes for both disc-golfers and regular golfers. First of all, you have to acquire proper clothing for this weather. Most people think of the typical golfer wearing shorts and a polo/collared shirt, but when the temperature starts to drop, that's when you throw on the pants, a long shirt and even bring an extra layer. And I cant stress this enough, but it is definitely worth spending the money on GOLF-SPECIFIC winter clothing. This will ensure that you are able to perform efficiently without any restrictions during your game from regular-made clothing.  Another crucial component in staying warm during your cold game of golf is to invest in a heater for the inside of the golf cart. Having this i
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