by Gardner Koepp
Published 3 years ago
Updated 2 years ago
What does the number on disc golf discs mean?
These four numbers represent different characteristics of the flight. The four numbers are: speed, glide, turn, fade. For example, let's take the Discmania FD. The FD has flight ratings of 7, 6, -1, 1. That means this disc has a speed rating of 7, glide rating of 6, turn rating of -1, and a fade rating of 1.Feb 13, 2018
What does the 5th number on a disc golf disc mean?
First you'll see the four digits which equate to speed / glide / turn / fade, followed by a fifth number which is the old-school Discraft flight number. So now players who like one system or the other can have both for easy reference.Mar 28, 2018
Is a heavier or lighter disc better?
On the most basic level, lighter discs take less effort to throw than heavy discs and as a result are often more accurate. However, light weight discs are also generally affected by wind more than heavy discs so you may find heavier discs can maintain a consistent path more effectively in windy weather.Sep 6, 2019
Do higher speed discs go further?
You shouldn't take this to mean that because a disc is a higher speed, it will automatically fly farther. Most players need lots of practice and training to throw a high speed disc correctly. In fact, many beginners will find that slower speed discs fly farther for them than higher speed discs.Aug 28, 2020
What are the top three leading disc golf companies?
The Top 5 Selling Golf Discs for 2020
Innova Destroyer.
Discraft Buzzz.
Discraft Luna.
Innova Wraith.
Discraft Zone.
Jan 26, 2021
How do I know if my disc is Understable?
UNDERSTABLE – An understable disc has a High Speed Turn number that is greater than its Fade number. For example, a disc with flight numbers 13/5/-3/1 would be considered understable.
What disc weight do pros use?
Many of the competing players use under 170 gram drivers, especially when throwing uphill or in moderate wind conditions. The most used weight class, apart from Blizzard discs, in distance throws is 165-169 grams.
What discs fly the farthest?
The Best Distance Drivers According to Star Ratings
A little easier to get out there, but not as much control and even less control in wind. ALL else being equal, lighter discs will go farther than heavier discs.Oct 3, 2016
More stability more fade which is another predictable factor. So when approaching the basket. YouMoreMore stability more fade which is another predictable factor. So when approaching the basket. You often want to throw with the nose. Up so that you can guarantee a closer proximity to the basket.
How far does the average disc golfer throw?
You'll notice that the largest percentage of overall players claimed a distance between 301 and 350 feet maximum. That distance represents almost 31% of players. The next largest percentage claims a distance between 251 and 300 feet, at almost 27% of those surveyed.May 3, 2019
While also gaining a few more feet so with the week of these changes i went back out to the fieldMoreWhile also gaining a few more feet so with the week of these changes i went back out to the field through 25 more drives. And what is my average drive. Now.