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honestly though I do enjoy disc golf--i need to work on my backhand

This post was edited by Emp_Mirage on May 23 2013 05:43pm

people play sober?!

I can't remember what that feels like

Don't wanna try it either ha. Part of the disc golf culture I feel.

Pretty much what TkM said, but I personally use Discraft discs the most. Even though there are 3 different basic types of discs (drivers, midranges, putters), it's not a terrible idea for you to start with just one stable midrange just until you get the hang of throwing. One of my buddies that I recently taught how to play caught on incredibly fast using that method. Another advantage to starting that way is you don't have to invest much into the sport before knowing how much you'll like it. If you go this route, I would recommend you start with a Buzzz by Discraft. They come in a few types of plastic, but the Flex type of plastic is really soft and grippy, so it's easy to handle and stays in the basket a lot like a good putter. A Buzzz Flex will only cost you about $14.

I need to buy a mid and putter. I actually found a boss in the woods the other day, unmarked. Haven't tossed it yet

Quote for truth, except I don't need to work on my backhand. I need to work on my running, been getting back into shape after my knee injury. =/

I play casually

Never thrown a Boss myself, but a couple of my buddies like theirs. Get a Buzzz Flex if you don't already have one. Super versatile; works as a midrange, fairway driver, can hold short hyzers and anni's, even works well for putting. For some reason I've been shitting it out of my hands recently, but it's usually one of my most used/consistent discs.



Shouldn't someone who specializes more in ultimate frisbee be proficient in backhand throws? That seems backwards.



What did you do to your knee? Mine has been killing me lately.

Severely hyper extended it/potential ligament strain. I was cutting, planted my knee gave out and couldn't run hard for 5 months.

Also most times in ultimate you are forced to throw forehand, so he may just not throw backhand that often. Even still, he may need to just add more distance to it. I can barely play handler because my backhand can go 3/4 of the field. Usually you would want to be able to throw further than that.

This post was edited by suhduelerz on May 24 2013 06:49am