Are LIGHTER DISCS Better?
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- Опубликовано: 3 авг 2024
- Are Lighter Discs Better? | Testing the Effects of Different Disc Weights
Disc weight is a topic that is often discussed in the disc golf world as an important factor when choosing the right disc for you to help ensure you get maximum distance and accuracy. But truthfully, we were curious to know…. how important is it REALLY?
Are there substantial differences in flight if you increase or decrease the weight by a few grams, or even as much as 10 to 20? And how do you go about finding the right weighted disc for YOUR game?
Well, we here at JustDisc were very curious about the importance of this factor, so we decided to test the effects of 1 mold in different weights. And honestly, the results were surprising and not exactly what we expected!
VIDEO BREAKDOWN
1- Testing Method/Introduction
2- The Distance Effect
3- Why Do Long Distance Competitors Use Much Lighter Discs?
4- The Accuracy Effect
5- How Do You Know What Weight To Throw?
6- Conclusions/Final Thoughts
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The lighter disc's help me a lot, mainly because I have limited arm speed, finding the best weight for your arm speed is essential for control and distance potential, if your max distance is 250 embrace it & dial it in, accuracy always wins.
As an older disc golfer (51 - who started at 49) most content seems to be aimed at younger, more athletic people.
I appreciate content that can help average, older folks like myself.
This video is a great one for someone like me. Thank you.
As someone who started this year at 55 I agree, now get off my lawn!
Ain't that the truth! At 61 I need extra help, especially trying to beat my boys that are half my age
Thanks for the reminder as well Paul! It's nice to hear these things so I can try to implement them more often in our videos. Good luck out there! 👍
Lol I’m 15 and started playing when I was 11 and this vid still helped me
Totally agree, I love the content that helps the average (and older) golfers.
At 65 and new to this game, I have much less flexibility and do lower my expectations. I’ve got to try and beat my grandson on the short game!
I would love to see this same video with an overstable and one for understable. The more disc 'science' I see the better understanding I have for my own throwing. Keep it up!
Been disc golfing a few months. I'm 65, but better late than never. Getting a lot of great online content to bring my game up. Starting to get better distance and accuracy. I probably need more experience with disc selection, based on the specific the requirements of the shots. After watching the video today, I should probably buy an understable disc. Thank for the video!
Not a problem Rick, glad you got something out of it!
Honestly, pick up a Latitude 64 River or Innova Leopard3 in a weight between 160 to 165g. They are both great stable distance drivers that will help you learn the game a bit easier over time. And if you want something faster with your current skill level and experience, go with the Innova Mamba or Innova Mystere 👍 Just make sure they aren’t too heavy
Videos like what Ezra did where he showed flight patterns for distant drivers and fairway drivers. I appreciated the flight tracker and how we as the viewer can see how each manufacturer is similar or different when compared to the rest.
Thanks for the video! As a 48 year old, 25 year regular disc golfer, this is affirming and helpful! I spent 2023 lowering my average disc weight from 173g down to 168g. It's made a considerable difference in control, distance, and consistency. I also don't feel like I'm working as hard to move this weight class. Always an ongoing experiement.. Happy Throwing all!!
thanks JD crew! the results of this research are interesting. When starting disc golf, the flight number explanation video helped me a lot. More recently, I can vouch for the Wraith vs. Destroyer video - I have been loving the Wraith.
I love that you have so many videos which each break down a different aspect of disc variety or a specific part of form/technique. I would really like to continue seeing this kind of focus on a minute part of the game without shying away from the nitty gritty. Thanks for the great work!
Happy to help Matt!👍
I would love to see some more content like these videos. I have a difficult time understanding what to look for when going to a store and having this sort of video is helpful to feel like I can make informed decisions!
Good to hear videos on the things that some of us newbies haven’t even started considering. It took a solid 7 months to understand what the point of a midrange was.
I liked specifically how you delved into a concept thoroughly over days and variations on a single disk vs giving a quick one day comparison on min and max weight.
I’d love to see more of these types of videos. Disc golf is still so relatively new to the world that there’s still so much more to discover about the sport!
Love to see videos that will help improve my game, from tips to equipment choices as well as different brand recommendations. Thanks!
This is so interesting to me! I am constantly debating on whether to pick lighter discs or heavier discs, so it’s cool to see it broken down like this! Also big fan of your getting more distance from a standstill video! It was so helpful!
Very interesting video and it made me think about some of my choices. I'd love to see more videos like this that take a different look at disc golf rather than just reviews and form discussion. Thanks for all the content!
Being a newbie, I've really enjoyed your videos that cover things newer players should know: Getting to know the disc rating system, disc weights and how they affect distance, and playing etiquette.
As a returning (and much older) player, I really appreciate content on the ‘mental’ side of disc golf - applying the principles of specific characteristics (expected flight shape, effect of wind, altitude, humidity and temperature, etc.) to specific situations on the course. Some of that can be picked up by watching pros in various conditions and eventually you can discern the patterns, but a scientific or empirical review is extremely useful in figuring out how to apply those concepts to my game. Thanks for the content - subscribed!
Truly appreciate the feedback Duane and welcome to JustDisc! More informative content coming your way 🙌
I love the videos like this where you dive into details. I also really liked the top 50 shots where we see the people that are the best at doing it!😀
Learning about weights has really helped me get more distance. I went out and found the Latitude 64 Dimond in opto plastic for that reason and I can throw it as far as the "heavy hitters" in our little group
Wow, so much great information. I’ve been eyeing the river for quite some time, and thought if I went lighter, based on the assumption that lighter is farther, it actually is too understable in my drives and my high speed turns seemed more like -2 or -3. I now understand why having heavier discs would be beneficial for me. I like your disk selections, and educationalist videos, and the videos on the types of discs one should have in their bag.
I really liked this video... more like this is great. Understanding discs & what they do is a huge mystery to most newer disc golfers. Plastics, molds, etc.
Reviews on specific discs are most useful to me. Not every manufacturer uses numbers quite the same, and knowing what to expect (especially out of the different plastics) is helpful when planning a purchase.
As a beginner to disc golf I've really enjoyed your videos on form tweaks and disc selection as I begin to fill out my bag
Just started playing a few months ago. I love content like this that provides some level of objective direction. So much of the advice is whatever feels comfortable, which isn't very helpful when you're first starting out.
Welcome aboard Garrett! Is there anything is particular you are struggling with that you would like some clarity on? We will try to do our best to help :)
I really enjoy videos like this that are experimental and informative to test things that some of us do not have the resources I do on our own.
Great content, well explained. Very true about everything you said. Thanks for the knowledge . Keep up the great work!! Let's go!!
Thanks for the review of disc weights. This will cause a little reset for me as I rethink how to approach disc weights!.
I like your content to continue as you currently do... with coverage involving a range of skills.
I really enjoy the videos where you make it very simple for a beginner to understand more complex topics in disc golf.
As a new disc golfer(started playing in May of 2021 and have been obsessed ever since) having videos just like this one have been extremely helpful. Being able to see some data behind the differences in characteristics for each disc(such as which weight to choose, speed ratings, over stable, under stable, etc.) and how they would be applicable in a general sense really help me wrap my head around how to make future purchases that can be best to fit my style of playing. I understand that there is no "one size fits all" in disc golf, which is part of what makes it so difficult interpreting all the variations that come along with different discs and their purposes. This video was extremely interesting and helpful! Thank you!
Thank you so much for the feedback Zac! We love hearing how our videos help others better understand the game. Disc golf can be very complex, but we try our best to help :)
I really liked this video the most. It was helpful I had been asking this question. Good to get an answer
Very helpful video, thanks! Would love to see more videos comparing similar discs across major brands
I like the videos like this one that isolate individual factors and delve into their effects on flights, etc.
I enjoy these in depth videos that really explore a concept. Was quite informative! Thanks
Great video! Found this disc super informative. It would be interesting to see a video on field work drills.
Love pretty much all your videos. But def more of this! Different weights and different plastic😀🥏
This was an awesome and in-depth video, but to answer the question at the end of the video: I'd love to see more videos like "How We Play Disc Golf," but in longer form, maybe the whole course. Would love to hear the progression through a course, as well as your commentary and banter! Just subbed and can't wait to pore through the rest of the channel!
I’ve enjoyed every advice video for newer players. I’m an ultimate frisbee player who has recently been playing disc golf and have learned a lot from your videos. Keep them coming and I look forward to more informative videos!
Great to hear Jonnie! :D
Really enjoyed this video as it continues to help me build criteria for picking discs and is also adding some context to why I enjoy certain discs and the reason behind their flight. I have been enjoying the mix of reviews and tutorials. I think the how you play series is very unique and adds a lot of value and uniqueness as it’s principles in practice. :)
Love the multiple camera angels in the studio!
Glad you enjoyed it Michael, great to hear from you :)
I love the hole breakdown kind of vids, anything that explains different ways to play and different playing styles
I would love to see more videos similar to your "How we play disc golf" series. I really like new disc reviews as well. Great video!
Thanks Nate! Appreciate the input as always 👍
Wow! This is a incredibly comprehensive video. I deeply appreciate how much work went into this. Thank you so much.
You're very welcome James! ❤👍
I have really enjoyed the series about shaping shots like a hyzer flip and the videos about disc golf rules! I would like to see more videos like those and ones showing why pros use certain discs for different shape shots.
This video was so nice and informative. I would love to see the differences between plastics and molds! I throw mostly flat disc but I’m curious to try a disc with more dome
I definitely like the videos that help newer players figure out what discs they should use as a beginner and why!
IDK, I very rarely set out to look for a specific disc golf subject video, unless it's a specific disc review or something like that. Keep doing what you're doing, it brings me back quite often.
Cool, thanks Jack!
I just went to your home course for the first time a couple weeks ago! It was such a fun course, I will definitely make it a regular next season. I have been playing for about 4 months and have loved getting out and playing! Thanks for the content, and maybe see you out on the course sometime!
That's so cool to hear that you played there! We most certainly hope to see you out there as well! 😀 If you ever see us, don't be afraid to say hello 👍
Great video very informative and well done. I would like more in this line, comparing different molds and how they fly depending on arm speed. It was awesome to see both of you throwing the discs to get a better understanding. For me it’s more interesting to see how a disc flies for different levels of players than watching someone throwing it 400ft.
In school rn but I’ll come back to this vid and watch in a bit!
The “three discs every golfer should have” videos are very helpful. Gave me an idea of what types of discs and flight paths would be most useful to build with
I would really appreciate a video on utility discs! I think that would be a fun and interesting video to portray a different part of the game.
I love the river almost as much as I love watching your guys videos on how to throw different shots, techniques, THIS... Seeing differences in weight. Great stuff.
Our pleasure! ❤
First video I’ve seen of yours but definitely want to see more. Would love to see how different discs are affected by weight, and also showing how different discs fly. I’m always having trouble deciding what discs to buy and constantly trying to find videos of different discs to see what I want. But it’s always come down to buying one and seeing for myself if it works for me.
Thanks Collin and welcome to JustDisc! You've come to the right place :) If at any time you have any questions about anything, like specific discs, please let us know! 👍
Thanks for the video. I appreciate seeing more comparison videos between similar discs.
No problem Ben! 👍
As a new player I'm enjoying all of the content, the comparison and analysis videos make disc selection as well as form and technique have made learning the sport so much easier. More new players should check your videos out for sure!
Thanks Cade!
Videos like this and videos of disc comparisons are helpful to me. I don't have the budget to buy a ton of discs to find the ones I like the most.
I've been looking for a video with weight comparison for awhile. I've been curious as to when to choose X or Y weight depending on disc choice and shot type. This gave me a lot of the information I was needing!
Glad we could help Brad!
I really enjoyed the "How we play disc golf" series. The hole breakdowns and thought processes were beneficial to my game. Your videos are all very informative so keep them coming.
Thanks Poleshark!
Thanks for the great information! I'd love to see a video dissecting the different types of putters and what situations you'd use them in. Cheers!
I personally love my River. Really enjoyed the video. I would love more of this type of content. Knowledge is power, and my disc golf game needs it. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I really enjoy the "how we play" videos.
As someone still very new to the game, it's great to see different approaches to various shots from different players of different skill levels. Seeing their disc and shot selections along with their results is very educational and is helping me to think more critically about my own game and how i approach a given basket on the course. Thanks for the great content!
Nice to hear this Leo! Our episode 2 wasn't as big of a hit, but we aren't going to stock with those videos anytime soon. Glad you are getting something out of them :)
I enjoy the videos on Distance and Form. Hearing different perspectives from different people and seeing what "Clicks" for me is what's been the most helpful thing to my game. Also like videos like this as I too would assume the lighter weight disc would be the way to go. Neat seeing that its not always the case.
Thanks for your input Skylor!
I really like the videos where you show us how to throw a certain type of shot. As a beginner when I hear shot shapes talked about on jomez sometimes I'm a little bit confused. But your flex shot video really helps explain it
Love your videos. I am an older player of disc golf and love the information you provide. Thank you.
Thanks Cliff! 👍
Keep doing what you have been putting out. I enjoy it all.
Been wanting so patiently, super helpful
I personally like the discs that everyone should have videos. I find it's a great way to figure out what discs to add to your starter set. To help improve your game
This video was well worth the wait. GREAT JOB. Hopefully this is only the beginning of this experiment lol.. Honestly I love seeing videos like this, your videos doing the breakdown of holes, and your disc reviews.
Thanks Ryno, you've been a great addition to JustDisc! 👍
Great stuff! Really enjoyed the vid!
I really like these looks into disc characteristics and their effect on its flight. Maybe some future ones on dominess, stiffness etc would be really interesting too
I would love to see a video on the best ways to optimize field work and putting. Also maybe if you could add a follow flight to some of your throws would help me keep track of the entire flight of the disc. Great video and editing as usual, thanks
Thank you for your hard work in putting these videos together for us. I'm very new to the sport and really enjoyed your video on putting basic.
Thank you! It’s nice to hear people appreciate what we put out lol. I wish the putting videos were watched more since I feel my putting knowledge would truly benefit a lot of players!
Welcome to the channel and to disc golf! 👍
Awesome video! Would be cool to see one like this with very under-stable or over-stable discs. Would also like to see some coaching videos from you! Form tips, how to do certain throws, keeping the nose angle down etc. Love the great content!
This was a great video; very informative!!! You asked what videos we would like to see and my answer is, whatever you upload. You do some great work!
Awesome, thanks Chain Raider! Nothing beats support from another disc golf channel ❤👍
@@JustDisc You are welcome! Keep that great content coming!!
I like all of the comparisons between light or heavy disc and mold types like base and premium plastics disc that all people should have. I have been playing off and on for about 7 years and this channel helps out lot love the content and the better understanding of disc golf
Feels so good to hear that Jeremiah, thank you! ❤
You seem to have good insight into the physics side of disc flight, so please, keep the descriptive and explanatory tips and tricks coming. That is something we all have to deal with and need to be aware of.
Your top 50 shots video was awesome! I had to share it with my DG friends. 👊🏼
Thanks for sharing Cody!
Definitely more comparison videos, those are the most informative to me!
Glad you like them!
Would love to see more videos like this that breakdown how small differences might change how we throw or select a disc.
This was super informative! Thank you!
You guys got me on to the Kastaplast Berg, so thank you for that! Would love to see you guys do more content on understable disc flight and how to get the most out of your understable disc!
Great suggestion Quanny!
I would love to see a video where you explain or give tips on how to make your first disk golf bag. Personally I just got into the sport and have really liked watching your videos so far, they’ve been really informative. So a video like that would really help.
Thanks for the idea Joseph!
As a new player, happy with all the content and just trying to absorb all the learning.
This was such an inciteful video! Great job with this.
Great content like this that makes us understand more and be better players
I like the 'approach to the basics' feel your videos have.
I thought the weight comparison was fascinating. Really helped me make sense of some of my inconsistencies. For future videos, more ideas like this that compares aspects of the game that advanced payers consider but amateurs like myself probably haven't considered.
Glad you enjoyed it Brian :)
Just stumbled across this video while I was looking for some good disc content and you did not disappoint!! Is that course Paris ?!
Thank you for stumbling upon JustDisc! Lol. Yes our hometown course is Paris! 😁❤️
I think the esthetics of this vid were the best so far. The studio with the Rivers all displayes and lighted? Magic.
As for content, I think you are killing it. The River is a prime choice, as it has appeal for all skill levels.
If I win, I'd love a clear/white, and a pink. Thanks as always for providing us content!
Thanks John, we appreciate your support as always ❤ Good luck!
Hey! Another great video guys. You really help make understanding what is going to happen a lot easier.
1. Future Content: More of the same stuff. Your tutorials and reviews are just great... But I know that isnt what you want to hear. So I will add it would be fun to see you do course reviews where you play rounds with friends and family. You did one of these recently and I really enjoyed it.
2. My favorite videos? Disc weight(this one), Plastic Type Base VS. Premium, Disc stability, You had a great video(maybe it was just social media post) about wind and how it impacts discs... but I cant find it... oh and your terminology video. You really condense "What is disc golf" into easy and manageable bites. I love it.
Man, such great feedback Chad. We appreciate the time you took to inform us about future content and your experience with the channel. Thank you! ❤👍
I think I enjoyed this video the most as I wouldn’t have guessed the relationship between weight/speed and distance was pretty counterintuitive.
Love the informative disc golf content, would like to see some more putting tips
Have you checked out what we have already? Quite a few! However, looking to do some updated versions in the months ahead 👍
Thanks for this. I always wanted to figure it out but never had the means.
I just started learning disc golf, so the howtos are super-helpful.
Thanks for watching!
Great video and I think one of the most important factors you mentioned is supposed disc flight for each particular disc. I throw about 375ft on average and have 175g Trespasses that I can get a full S flight out of. However, I also have a 162g Star Wraith that I can’t get any turn out of. So to get the supposed flight I either need to go lighter or break the disc in more. I do throw some lightweight discs like the Sapphire, Jade, and Air Sheriff and.they bomb and get full flights. I think your distance results would have been different if you picked a more stable disc to test. Most of the guys I play with never get a full flight out of their fairway or distance drivers because they throw max weight discs that they can’t get up to speed. Love the channel and watch all your videos.
Great input BM3! We love hearing about other members experienced 👌 We definitely think we would have had more distance with a more stable disc...Maybe a future video?! :D
Excellent! Very informative! Thank-you.
I actually found this video to be one of the most helpful. You read about weight vs distance a lot. Not much about accuracy, so this was great. Also, it would be quite an investment (and next to impossible to find) to buy 8 discs in varying weights of the same mold and plastic.
Glad it was helpful Matthew! 👍
I just started playing disc golf earlier this year and this is the first channel I subscribed to. I would like to hear your thoughts on playing in tournaments - how you approach the tourney, strategy for different types of holes, a "typical" day at a tourney, etc. The videos I would like to see in the future are how to practice, how to progress from beginner to amateur tourney player and beyond and any instructional videos that help you get from point A to point B. Like Canada, I live in Chicago and getting time to play at a course is limited now as it is getting into winter and along with bad weather, it is dark when I leave for work and dark when I get home. So what can we do in the winter to stay sharp or get better? Thanks!
Great suggestions Don, thank you!😀
Thanks for adding this experiment to the mix. I'm 60, and my average decent distance is 280' with a 158g understable driver, such as the Mamba or Ballista. When I throw, the heavier the weight, it slows my speed down too much to maintain distance or flight path (the higher the weight, the more it dumps left). One helpful video regarding arm speed and distance using the same disc was done by Simon Lizotte. For approach shots and putters, I use close to max weight midranges and putters, as you suggest.
I would love to be able to throw heavier discs, but until then, my speed dictates a lighter disc to get the speed I need.
Thanks a lot for your video!
Thanks for sharing Scott! We love hearing how things are going with our subscribers. Good luck in the draw!
Really enjoyed this video. Keep up the awesome content
Glad you enjoyed it Ryan! Merci :)
I’m a new player who has to throw standstill due to a recent Achilles surgery. Watching the Lindsey video on her approach to standstill was my favorite, and it was how I found you guys!
Love hearing this, thanks for sharing Kevin!