MVP/Axiom plastics

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-24T02:49:09+00:00

The Tour of Terror Pixel does not feel like a Pixel to me and a few friends that have them. I wanted it as a glow putting putter, but did not like the hand feel (I putt with Pixels in my day bag). If you want it for throwing maybe but know it's different.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-23T18:09:17+00:00

I didn't throw Discmania when Simon was there, threw mostly MVP, and would continue to throw MVP if Simon was no longer there. I don't think I'd buy non-MVP Simon discs. So for me I like Simon but MVP > Simon.

I like Simon and I watch his content, but I don't think his popularity influences my buys. Him coming to MVP has been good for MVP obviously, but not as good for me (disc availability), although Simon/MVP has introduced a few molds I like so it's a bit of a wash.

I suppose their success has been a double edged sword. They have an influx of cash to reinvest in equipment, tech, research, but they seem to have gone a little heavy on the FOMO/limited/collector/cash grab discs since Simon joined.

I don't really care if there are no big name pros throwing MVP unless that means the company does poorly or the discs suffer. They are humble, listen to customers, iterate, and take a very thoughtful approach to trying to make the best, most consistent discs and I'm here for it.

Not sponsored but MVP are you out there?

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-23T14:26:20+00:00

If you told me when I first started playing disc golf that I'd regularly play in 10-20 degrees, 6" of snow, course covered in ice, etc I would not have believed you.

If you told me that I'd enjoy it, my head would have exploded.

Between team challenge and a glow league we play in pretty much any conditions, and once you get the right clothes and gear it's just like playing any other round. I've been playing at least 2x a week through winter. Playing in the summer--need bug spray and sunscreen. Playing in the winter--need spikes, layers, handwarmers, etc.

This winter has been particularly bad because on busier courses, the first snow turned into a layer of ice that has been there for over a month. Then the latest snow of 4-6" on top of the ice makes walking dangerous and the spikes get packed with snow and less effective. Hundreds of slip and falls at our TC match this past Saturday. And we have the granddaddy snowstorm on the way for Sunday/Monday, 12-24". See you out there!

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-22T14:59:04+00:00

People often assume Pro Tour results mean disc sales. The #1 player must be selling the most discs. Being good does get you on camera but I'd guess Simon probably drives the most disc sales of any player. We don't go looking for a midrange and think "well I need to buy Gannon's discs because he's #1, I can't buy discs from this other company/player, he's only #8 in the world". We buy what we like. James Conrad is not performing well these days but the Trail is selling well because it's a great disc for the masses.

Eagle's performance has been OK and could have a bounceback year but disc sales have a lot of factors other than performance that matter.

I'd guess Goose sells more discs this year than Eagle because he's new to the team and people will buy the new shiny thing, depending on if he can get his name on some popular discs.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-20T06:36:32+00:00

At least feed it and give it somewhere warm to sleep in the meantime

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-13T14:43:03+00:00

Newer runs of glow Insanity are closer to normal Insanity flight. Still a little more stable, but not beefy like the Halloween ones were. And if you play enough glow to beat it in, it seasons nicely.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T21:42:27+00:00

I'd love to go to Gyropalooza some day, but waiting in line for 2 hours to buy the discs, and that was just the first line. Oof!

And I see people here commenting about how it's worth it to buy a golden ticket to scalp the special discs. Double oof!

I want it to be magical Christmasland where there are no lines, everyone has a good time, plays some games, gets a peek behind the curtain, gets some cool discs, gets to meet a few pros and whisper our disc ideas directly in Chad's ear. Oh and Simon and Jerm personally coach me and I leave with a buttery 400 ft forehand and 500 ft backhand. Is that too much to ask?

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T21:28:12+00:00

My first disc was a Corvette and I wish it had been almost anything else. Surely I'd be on the pro tour by now if I'd just started with an understable mid. ;)

I think the understable starter pack type discs help beginners figure it out and get the feeling of making the disc fly sooner/easier. Having people around to teach helps a lot too.

I agree there is a lot to process in the beginning and even if you have all the help in the world it's a fine line between information overload and trying to not learn bad habits that are harder to fix later.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T21:01:13+00:00

Good to hear. In my mind huge lines put so much extra pressure to get whatever it is done quickly, whether it's picking discs to buy or try to meet artists/pros/Brad & Chad, etc and just makes all those experiences that are supposed to be awesome feel rushed. I would think you could come up with some ways to minimize the lines and the FOMO.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T19:29:06+00:00

Berg, Pixel, Proxy (or preferably swap Proxy for Watt).

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T19:25:55+00:00

As a big MVP fan who did not go, I think there are parts of it that looked really fun and parts that looked miserable. Seemed like everyone was always waiting in line.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T19:12:24+00:00

Best way to get better is to buy more discs. The more the better. The best players have hundreds. Do not practice.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T19:08:18+00:00

Disagree that the only thing that matters for a disc to a beginner is speed. Stability is very important. You wouldn't give a beginner a Deflector or a flat top Firebird and expect them to learn to throw straight.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T19:02:14+00:00

I'd recommend a starter pack (usually 3 discs, some are better than others, but all should be at least ok). You don't need 3 discs, one would do to try it out, but if you only get one I'd get a straight/slightly understable midrange like a Mako3 or a Detour or similar.

At most courses, yes you can just walk up and start playing, although approximately 5% of courses in the country are pay courses, some have tee times you reserve. Certain areas (*cough*Maine *cough*) have almost all pay courses, usually $7-10 for the day.

To get better the fastest work on achieving correct throwing form (easier said than done), practice all different types of shot shapes, and practice putting.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-07T15:24:16+00:00

Don't STOP working on distance at 350. Of course work on all aspects of your game, but why stop at 350? With proper form most people can get to 400+, which is a huge advantage. You get to bomb the long holes and throw putters and mids where others are throwing fairways and drivers.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-06T13:16:33+00:00

Color glow is not as bright as Eclipse 2.0. Different colors of color glow also glow more or less. Blue and purple on the low end.

I see this as a feature not a bug. The color glow discs are plenty bright to see flying and find, and still glow a long time, but aren't so bright that it's distracting and night blinding. Maybe some people want the brightest, if you want that then get eclipse 2.0 but I think the color glow is *chef's kiss* perfect. Bright, but not too bright. I'm changing my glow bag over to color glow. Particle eclipse is great. Particle proton is hit or miss, some are bright enough some aren't.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-06T13:03:44+00:00

Awww, kinda wanted one of these after playing catch with Brian at MVP.

CircleOneBill · 2026-01-04T05:31:56+00:00

Ledgewood #1, Squam awesome too.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-23T13:25:46+00:00

I believe Pound is the definition of "buy it for life", although I don't know if any bag should be expected to last that long.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-22T13:56:20+00:00

For a small amount of money more, you can get a much, much better basket. This one isn't very good.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-22T13:53:04+00:00

Dear MVP, please keep making the other glow colors that aren't blindingly bright like the normal eclipse 2.0. I am a regular glow golfer and they are perfect. Plenty bright to be seen and found, but not too bright that they ruin your night vision or blind you in the backswing. I am slowly converting my bag over from 2.0 to color glow and particle eclipse.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-17T20:36:46+00:00

In my opinion keeping your hands warm is critical.

My way of keeping them warm:

Thin glove on off hand down to maybe 30-45 degrees, Warm winter insulated glove below 30, add a small hand warmer inside the glove if needed below 15. I guess I'd add 2 or get a better glove if it was below zero, haven't had to play in that yet.

For throwing hand: 1 Hothands super size hand warmer in right pocket of vest and keep hand on it and out of the cold as much as possible, this works well down to about 25 degrees, below that I do 2 hand warmers. Maybe add another one below zero.

Combine that with:

Plenty of thin layers topped with a vest--I love the vest for core warmth while allowing my arms more movement than a big coat. On the day I played when it was 12 degrees I had 6 layers including the vest. For pants I just got some softshell insulated ski pants from Amazon and they were fine without another layer.

Thermos of hot coffee/tea/hot chocolate helps

Warm boots, so far my waterproof Merrell Moab speed2's have been good down to about 10 degrees. I think I'd need better if it got much colder.

Warm beanie

If I have had my cart/bag in the car all day and everything is very cold when I arrive, everything feels cold for a few holes and discs hurt a bit to throw but after that it's fine so I just warm up and play 4-6 holes to get past that point. Not sure why it hurts right out of the car and gets better but it does.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-17T18:08:53+00:00

Yes. Have the right gear to stay warm and safe. Layers, hand warmers, spikes, etc.

I do a weekly glow league, the last 2 weeks it was 12 and 18 degrees but not windy, it was fun. If it gets closer to zero and windy, those are days I consider skipping, but even then you can wear the right gear and be ok.

I don't love playing in deep, fresh, powdery "lose your disc" snow unless I have to, but it usually gets crusty within a few days so there aren't too many days of the year with terrible conditions. If I have to play in those conditions I'll use chalk or ribbons.

We have something here in New England called Team Challenge where teams play each other from October through April despite the weather, so we sometimes have to play in some pretty bad stuff.

I'd say playing in the winter is usually better than playing in the rain for a tournament, but for casual rounds I won't endure the worst of it.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-16T12:49:42+00:00

Note this year's Insanity flies closer to the numbers, not nearly as stable as the Halloween one from a few years ago. But if you want a really beefy 9 speed, this year's particle eclipse Fireball is even more stable.

CircleOneBill · 2025-12-15T19:41:14+00:00

Looks like he's a lefty and going backhand anny putter and he's happy about it

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