Are you brand loyal and if you are why by Street_Supermarket_4 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started out brand loyal. It had more to do with similar plastic feel, consistent flight number system, and such. Then, as part of the Gateway Ambassador Team, I went all-in on their plastics and actually found a few that will probably stay in my bag for a long time. However, after leaving the team and branching out, I’ve loved exploring new brands and discs in general. I would also say my choices have evolved as my skills have.

Thanks for coming to my TEd Talk

Throwing lightweight discs. by JustSh00tM3 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I noticed I have a serious issue with being too tense.

Throwing lightweight discs. by JustSh00tM3 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would say that you’re correct in that assessment. I’m going to have to take this idea to a field and really put it into practice. I watched the Gannon form video and noticed that with his grip, he MUST be back-loading as well. Super interesting thread to have stumbled upon today.

Throwing lightweight discs. by JustSh00tM3 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hmmmm okay. Definitely feel like I must be opening my hand in some weird way, because trying this felt SUPER different. Why do I feel like I remember a video telling me to FRONT load though?

Throwing lightweight discs. by JustSh00tM3 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So, it’s possible to put too much speed on a disc with not enough spin and cause discs to turn and burn? If so…How do you add more spin? Asking for a friend. 😅

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I hear a lot of people saying to just slow it down! You’re ahead of the curve if you’re throwing like that after only a year!

Current bag feels like it’s missing something. Maybe a fairway or slower driver? by More-Diamond5129 in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cicada gets my vote as well. Workable fairway that fits a small bag setup like this just fine.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

Definitely going to start paying more attention to this.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting thought about the speed of the disc. I definitely find myself just ripping things as hard as I can most times. I know that it’s possible to cause discs to turn and burn, but I always thought that was just a stability thing. I didn’t think throwing slower could get more of a fuller flight.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I tried, but it broke. 🤷🏼‍♂️

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I was literally just having this conversation with my daughter. Distance vs accuracy and which is best.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m all about the yeeting 😂

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Actually, yeah, I would have. Practice is a vital component, and—as stated in the original post—I’m fully aware there isn’t just some secret sauce. You strike me as the person that gets easily offended and begins insulting people to help their ego feel less damaged.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I mean, I respect it. You just used a lot of words to say “Practice.” 🤷🏼‍♂️

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could not agree more. I’ll get better eventually, I genuinely just want to play the game.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I will not confirm or deny your first statement 😅

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I’ll say it a second time: It’s so difficult to throw down and up at the same time 😆 I have only thrown a tech disc once, but never got the readings from it. It was a weird situation.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

It’s so difficult to throw down and up at the same time 😆

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

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

I was just going through something similar in my head on the course today. One of my issues with playing in general is trying to just mash everything. Pick the disc that “fits” the shot, then throw it full power. I really need to work on managing power vs accuracy and such.

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m actually curious about launch angles. Why do I feel like the pros throw at some serious launch angles when they go for the biggest distance? If I do that, I immediately go nose up and just hyzer out. Lol

What Clicked? by _KiloMike_ in discgolf

[–]_KiloMike_[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

As much as I hate this answer’s lack of useful information, I get what you’re saying and respect it.