Step 2: Cut Notches Into Fence Post Top
Using a right angle grinder cut 4 notches on the top of the fence post.
Step 3: Drill and Tap Pan Mounting Holes
26 inches down from the top of the fence post (the end with the notches), drill 3 holes 13/64inch diameter equally spaced around the fence post.
Step 6: Drill Drip Pan
In the center of the 26 inch water heater drip pan, drill a hole 2-3/8 inches
Step 7: Draw Pattern and Bend Ring to Match
Draw pattern above onto scrap of paper. Circle should be 22 inches in diameter.
Step 8: Cut and Bend Cross Pieces
Cut second tension bar into three pieces. 1 at 26 inches long and 2 at 16 inches long
Step 9: Drill and Bolt the Cross Pieces to the Ring
When drilling the pieces for middle cross, make sure the holes are 2-1/2 inches from the center / intersection
Step 12: Attach Chain to Ring
Unbolt ring from cross pieces two sections at a time and slide chain lengths onto the ring
How wide is a disc golf basket?
The chains must not go lower than 22 inches underneath the rim. The lower basket should be at least 6.7 inches high and 25.7 inches wide.
How big is a disc golf?
A frisbee is usually around 12 inches in diameter, but a disc for disc golf will be much smaller, usually around 8 inches. Discs for disc golf are also denser than frisbees. These discs are sold in a set, with a driver, mid-range, and putter.
Where is the PDGA located?
First organized in 1976, the PDGA International Disc Golf Center is now located just outside of Augusta, Georgia, which of course, ...
Do championship level baskets have the same dimensions as basic baskets?
Finally, the championship-level baskets will also have the same dimensions as the basic in most cases. But these will be the cream of the crop in terms of quality of material and attention to detail in construction.
How many chains are in a disc golf basket?
The dimensions listed above are the same for standard; however, these baskets will generally contain more than 18 galvanized chains.
How long is a chain for a basket?
Chains will vary from homemade baskets all the way up to the champion style. The minimum chain length, dictated by the PDGA, is 9 inches. And the minimum number of chains around the basket is 12.
Can you put disc golf baskets in your yard?
Basic disc golf baskets are simple in construction and not terribly expensive to purchase. You can find a portable basket, while other versions can be permanently mounted in your yard if you prefer a more permanent basket solution.
The game of disc golf
We won’t spend a lot of time discussing the various nuances of disc golf. If you’ve every watched or played traditional golf, you’ll have a firm understanding of the general objective.
Practice getting up and down
In traditional golf, as play nears the putting green the final shots until a golfer holes the final putt is called getting up-and-down.
Go the distance
You might think that we have this part of our disc golf tips for beginners backwards. The opening shot on every hole is your drive.
Shot repertoire
As you become more experienced at disc golf, you’re going to encounter more situations.
