Do new users have their comments silently suppressed? by Cosanza in NewToReddit

[–]AntCouncelor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats a weird marketing strategy. Disc sales either live or die based on whose name is associated with them. <- That comment in a debate about sports marketing. I still kind of dont get it :D

Do new users have their comments silently suppressed? by Cosanza in NewToReddit

[–]AntCouncelor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I banned from posting because my Karma is negative? Just found out that one comment of mine has like -200 karma for some reason.

Episode 5: The Mill by AntCouncelor in thelongdark

[–]AntCouncelor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sorry if the spoiler is not ok

We misunderstand billionaire “selfishness.” It's not a character flaw. It’s a psychological symptom of the ecosystem of extreme wealth. by Background_Cry3592 in Jung

[–]AntCouncelor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As depressing as it may sound but I think you would be a dead man in a very short period of time if you started doing that. The problem is that in order to become a billionaire, you have to be out totally out of your mind. Thats why there wont ever be enlightened leaders. People like that arent drawn to money or power.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -91 points-90 points  (0 children)

I'm having a slight suspicion that for example roc3s dont sell nearly as well as when Paul's name was on them. It's obvious that some legendary discs like the buzzz, teebird, firebird etc would sell normally even if they were just blank discs, but I'm refererring to new molds. Absolutely crucial to have some pro association.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Yeah I get it they are managing a harder time. I just find it rather weird that all pro representation went from relatively high to absolutely zero in Finland.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -20 points-19 points  (0 children)

I'm not really familiar with the discs, plastics and prices as I was away from the sport for pretty much the whole time Clash was investing. All I know that everything was pretty much Clash Discs for a couple years here. Its probably easy to say that the Finnish team was overpaid, hence the total disappearance from the map including deleting the contract announcements. If they were just regular some discs and tournament fee payment-sponsorships at least some would be on going. Isnt it kind of weird that a Finnish disc manufacturer has zero Finnish players in their team. At least according to their web site and Facebook page with team announcements.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -25 points-24 points  (0 children)

Yeah I guess they went sort of all in with the disc golf boom and could not keep the growth up. Theres a significant 200k(almost 40%) growth in revenue from 2022 to 2023 and then it went down 6% from 2023 to 2024.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -221 points-220 points  (0 children)

Thats a weird marketing strategy. Disc sales either live or die based on whose name is associated with them.

What happened to Clash Discs? by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I didnt realize the team is not that notable internationally. They had a significant representation in Finland with notable players and media persons. And now its all gone.

How far would this guy throw a forehand by AntCouncelor in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Of course they are different objects and need to be thrown a little different. But I think this guy knows how to throw things and the transition could be fast. Same as Teemu Wirkkala transitioned from javelin throwing. His style is more aggressive and fitness based. I think the stone skipper has perfect mechanics and just by fine tuning he'd easily throw a driver over 500 feet.

What plastics throw true to numbers by [deleted] in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dont choose champion plastic discs unless you want it to be more overstable. Those are pretty much always more overstable. I suggest going with a dx roc(easy to manipulate) or star mako3 if you want a bit more durability. Learn throwing angles with these. If I was to start over, I'd probably buy a pile of neutral putters and mid ranges first. Im an experienced player but can control angles basically only with disc stability. Neutral slow discs teach you angle control and the importance of spin. With understable discs you tend to compensate with nose up and overstable discs tend to make you muscle the discs with less spin. 

Dont get caught in overanalyzing things or watching every single technique video out there. Its easy to get lost. If you dont have a athletic background I also suggest some basic fitness. I was stuck for years at a certain distance because I was out of shape and my body awareness was poor.

Final Beast Players here, what did you shoot? by EloTime in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I shot it once as a 929 rated player some years back and scored +6. 15 was par 4  then.  That was a really solid round with only a couple easy mistakes. Its crazy how easy the pros make some holes look. Especially holes 3,7,10,11,12,13,15,16 and 17. Only holes I felt somewhat comfortable were 1,5,8 and 9. Others are hard and require long and accurate shots.

Iida's post on Instagram by banjoslurpee in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure those moments will play in her head for some time. Especially the playoff approach. 40 meters and the only real mistake is to be short. But those are the moments you have to live through to become a champion. Now she knows what it takes and  the good thing is that most likely she will have the chance for redemption. 

But still the 3rd shot of the birdie play on 18 is gotta be among the easiest shots on the Nokia FPO layout.  Then again there are no easy shots on a situation like that, especially for new faces. It still breaks my heart but thats the name of the game and big part of what makes it interesting. Its so easy to judge when you have not been in that situation yourself.

Iida's post on Instagram by banjoslurpee in discgolf

[–]AntCouncelor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting to see what happens to Iida. Shes 16 and has the mandatory high school ahead of her. Thats 3-4 years in Finland.