If you are new to the game, it’s important to find the right place to play disc golf. There are a lot of disc golf courses, but not all are suitable for beginners. A little homework is all it takes to find the right disc golf course for you:
In this blog:
We’ll show you how to find a beginner disc golf course.
And how to match / transition your skills to more advanced level courses.
Finding a Beginner-Friendly Course
Imagine this scenario: You just bought your first disc golf discs and now you’re itching to try out this frisbee golf thing at your local course. Not knowing much about the sport, you a
Do you really need a reason to buy a gift for your disc golfing dad? Whether Father’s Day is close or still months away, it’s always a good time to show dad a little love with awesome disc golf gifts from DGU!
Disc Golf Gifts for Dad
Disc Golf United offers many great sports gifts for dad. We carry many Innova discs, including special limited run molds and stamps only available at DGU—from top stamp artists like our own Marm O. Set. In addition, we offer quality disc golf apparel to suit any size and style, as well as disc golf accessories that you must have for your next round. Whether your father plays casually or competitively, we have the best gifts for disc golfers young and old.
USDGC Partner Dennis Lynn is auctioning some of his most collectible discs to help raise money for his son-in-law, Mike Bennett, who has inoperable cancer.
More about Bennett: Earlier this spring, doctors discovered that Bennett, who is 35 years old, had cancer in his lower back. The cancer diagnosis, which blindsided the family according to Lynn, has left Bennett and his family with increasing expenses. Mike Bennett and his wife Ashley (Lynn’s daughter) live in Chattanooga, TN, and have three young children. Here's a picture of Mike and his family before the cancer diagnosis.
Grab the closest disc golf disc to you. Chances are good it came with some sort of lettering or design that was applied with a hot stamp machine for disc golf.
For decades disc golf manufacturers have used the quick and effective hot stamp process to identify and decorate discs. The process has become so fine-tuned over the years that the simple designs of the early days have given way to today's highly detailed disc golf stamps. Cool disc golf stamps are everywhere. So let's take a closer look:
Below: Here's an example of an early Innova hot stamp.
If you are new to the game, it’s important to find the right place to play disc golf. There are a lot of disc golf courses, but not all are suitable for beginners. A little homework is all it takes to find the right disc golf course for you:
In this blog:
We’ll show you how to find a beginner disc golf course.
And how to match / transition your skills to more advanced level courses.
Finding a Beginner-Friendly Course
Imagine this scenario: You just bought your first disc golf discs and now you’re itching to try out this frisbee golf thing at your local course. Not knowing much about the sport, you a
One of the more controversial PDGA rule changes for 2022 is not necessarily a new rule. It is technically a reversal to an older version of the same disc golf rule. It affects Rule 807, which is focused on “Completing the Hole.” Specifically, it has to do with how the disc can end up in (or on) the basket in order to consider the hole complete for any given player.
In order to complete a hole with a basket target, the thrower must release the disc and it must come to rest supported by the tray or the chains below the chain support.
The Old Rule
In years past, this Rule 807 more specifically sta
One of the best ways to prepare for a disc golf tournament is to take time organizing your bag. You want to make sure you have everything you need for the event, including the desired discs, disc golf accessories and snacks. Here is our disc golf bag checklist:
Disc Selection
Obviously, the most important thing in your disc golf bag is your discs. If you have had time to practice the course ahead of the event, then you may already have a very specific game plan for each hole. You know which type of disc you want to throw, or at least you might have it narrowed down to a couple choices depending on wind and other factors. Pack up your putters, mid-ranges, fairway drivers, and distance drivers. Have your scramble discs just in case you get into trouble. Eliminate extra discs if you know you won’t need them. Sometimes it’s better to simplify your bag a little while also lightening the load. You may even want to spend the night before cleaning or wiping your discs down so they feel good the day of the tournament.
Accessories
You can check out our recent article featuring our “Top 10 Disc Golf Accessories” for some helpful ideas on what you may want to pack. Have your water canteen(s) clean and ready to fill up in the morning. Get your disc retrievers, portable chair, mini marker discs and rangefinder organized with your bag. You should also look at the weather report and figure out if you need extra towels, additional apparel or an umbrella. These are good things to keep in your car when traveling to any event. You never know when inclement weather will strike!
Snacks
We also have a recent article about the best disc golf snacks (click here to read). You can shop ahead of time or stop at the market the morning of the tournament. Get your sports or energy drinks, beef jerky, trail mix or whatever else you like to munch on during the round or in between rounds. Pack a sandwich or a meal if lunch isn’t being provided by the TD and if you don’t want to have to rush out and grab something during the break.
Health & Wellness
If you wear a knee brace, elbow sleeve or kinesiology tape when you play, make sure you have it available. The same goes for any ibuprofen, CBD products, vitamins or supplements you like to take to get through a long day of disc golf. Don’t forget your sunscreen, as well. You can pack some of these things in your disc golf bag or in your car so you have them when you need them.
Organization
Let’s face it. Some disc golfers are more organized than others. Some will stuff everything in their disc golf backpack and be fine. Others like to have everything perfectly organized before they start a round. Whatever your level of organization, it’s a good idea to get your bag ready the night before the event and make sure you have what you need. You might even want to check everything again in the morning before you leave home. There’s nothing worse than getting out on the course, checking your putter pocket, and realizing you forgot to bring a specific disc, snack or accessory. Organization and preparation are especially helpful if you are traveling any kind of distance for the disc golf tournament.
When you take the time to thoughtfully pack and organize your disc golf bag, it helps remove one little extra bit of stress during your rounds. You won’t be kicking yourself about forgetting to bring something important and you have everything you need at your convenience.
You may know Garret Gurthie as disc golf's long bomber, but did you know he can make some outstanding beef jerky like this bag of DoubleG Smashed Cracked Pepper Craft Beef Jerky? That’s right. After 15 years of making his jerky as a hobby, Gurthie is now sharing his homemade recipe with the entire disc golf world.
Each savory bite will have you reaching for more. The Smashed Cracked Pepper edition has a hint of heat and a perfect blend of smokey and traditional jerky flavor. DoubleG's personal favorite. “Give it a try. You’re gonna love it,” says Gurthie.
Net Weight: 2.5 oz
More Details:
Natural Smoke Flavor added
Hand processed premium snack made with whole pieces of USDA inspected beef.
Great for:
Snacks during a casual or tournament round.
Mid-afternoon treat at home
Travel food
** A portion of the proceeds supports the DoubleG Children’s Foundation, which helps children get involved with disc and succeed in life.
You may know Garret Gurthie as disc golf's long bomber, but did you know he can make some outstanding beef jerky like this bag of DoubleG McBeast BBQ Style Craft Beef Jerky? That’s right. After 15 years of making his jerky as a hobby, Gurthie is now sharing his homemade recipe with the entire disc golf world.
This is a classic sweet and smokey BBQ. “Give it a try. You’re gonna love it,” says Gurthie.
Net Weight: 2.5 oz
More Details:
Natural Smoke Flavor added
Hand processed premium snack made with whole pieces of USDA inspected beef.
Great for:
Snacks during a casual or tournament round.
Mid-afternoon treat at home
Travel food
**DoubleG and Paul McBeth have teamed up to raise money and a portion of the proceeds from McBeast BBQ goes to the Paul McBeth Foundation.