Disc Golf Beginners Guide Days 7-9 – Using Driver Discs

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One of the key components of the sport is the driver disc. The driver is used to make long-distance shots, and having the right one can make a big difference in your game. In this article, we’ll look at the best driver discs for beginners, advanced throwing techniques, and the best driver discs for experienced players.

Best Driver Discs for Beginners

If you’re new to the sport, it’s important to start with a driver that is easy to control and predictable. Here are some of the best options for beginners:

Innova Leopard: This is a great beginner’s disc because it’s very forgiving and easy to control. The Leopard is a straight flying disc with a slight turn, making it a great option for those who are just starting out.
Discraft Buzzz: This is another great option for beginners. The Buzzz is a straight-flying disc that is very stable and easy to control. It’s a great choice for those who want to focus on accuracy and consistency.
Latitude 64 Diamond: The Diamond is a versatile disc that is great for beginners. It has a moderate turn and a slight fade, making it easy to control and predict.

Throwing Tutorials

To help you get started, here are some tutorials on how to throw each of the driver discs listed above:

Innova Leopard: Start by holding the disc with your fingers on the rim and your thumb in the center. Take a step or two back from the tee pad, then extend your arm and release the disc with a smooth, flat throw. The Leopard will fly straight with a slight turn, so aim for your target and let the disc do the work.
Discraft Buzzz: Hold the disc with your fingers on the rim and your thumb in the center. Take a step or two back from the tee pad, then extend your arm and release the disc with a smooth, flat throw. The Buzzz will fly straight and stable, so focus on aiming for your target and keeping your throw smooth and consistent.
Latitude 64 Diamond: Hold the disc with your fingers on the rim and your thumb in the center. Take a step or two back from the tee pad, then extend your arm and release the disc with a smooth, flat throw. The Diamond will have a moderate turn and a slight fade, so aim for your target and let the disc do the work.

Advanced Throwing Techniques

As you progress in your disc golf game, you may want to try more advanced throwing techniques. Here are some tips for experienced players:

Hyzer Flip: This is a shot where you throw the disc with a high hyzer angle, causing the disc to flip over and fly straight. To do this, hold the disc with your fingers on the rim and your thumb in the center. Take a step or two back from the tee pad, then extend your arm and release the disc with a high hyzer angle. The disc should flip over and fly straight towards your target.
Anhyzer: This is a shot where you throw the disc with a low anhyzer angle, causing the disc to turn to the right. To do this, hold the disc with your fingers on the rim and your thumb in the center. Take a step or two back from the tee pad, then extend your arm and release the disc with a low anhyzer angle. The disc should turn to the right and fly towards your target.

Best Driver Discs for Experienced Players

If you’re an experienced player, you may be ready to upgrade your driver disc. Here are some of the best options for experienced players:

Innova Destroyer: Known for its versatility and reliability, the Destroyer is a favorite among advanced players.
Latitude 64 Diamond: A high-speed driver that provides excellent distance, the Diamond is favored for its stability and predictability.
Discraft Buzzz: Despite its mid-range classification, the Buzzz is often used as a driver by advanced players due to its consistency and accuracy.
Westside Discs VIP King: A high-speed driver with a lot of glide, the King is favored by advanced players for its ability to maintain its line and provide maximum distance.
MVP Disc Sports Photon: With its unique aerodynamic design, the Photon offers advanced players a high level of control and stability, making it a popular choice for both forehand and backhand shots.
Discraft Nuke: This is a high-speed driver that is perfect for experienced players. The Nuke is overstable, making it great for players who like to throw with a lot of power and speed.
Latitude 64 Caltrop: The Caltrop is a high-speed, overstable driver that is perfect for experienced players. It’s great for making long-distance shots and is especially useful for players who like to throw with a lot of speed.

Golf driver discs are essential for making long-distance shots in disc golf. Beginners should start with a driver that is easy to control and predictable, such as the Innova Leopard or even switch back to the mid-range classic that go go long, the Discraft Buzzz.

When choosing a driver disc, it’s important to consider YOUR skill level, throwing style, and the type of shots you want to make. And when you are starting out hyzer flips, flex shots and the likes should be kept for a different day down the line, a few months into your disc golf journey preferably. Unless you’re a prodigy, and in that case i’ll humbly step aside and go, GO KNOCK YOURSELF OUT. 🙂

Throwing Pointers

I have lots of throwing tutorials all over this site but here’s a few pointers on throwing technique. It’ important to not get hung up on the nuances of disc gripping just yet, so these are just general guidelines. You will develop your own style over time.

Throwing a driver disc involves holding the disc with fingers on the rim and thumb in the center, taking a step or two back from the tee pad, and releasing the disc with a smooth, flat throw. Sounds simple right? Not necessarily there are many ways and variations of ways on how to grip a disc. Here’s a few.

Power grip: This grip involves holding the disc with your fingers spread wide apart and positioned near the rim. This grip is often used for maximum power and distance on drives.
Fan grip: Similar to the power grip, the fan grip involves spreading your fingers wide apart on the rim of the disc. However, instead of positioning your fingers near the rim, they are positioned near the center of the disc. This grip is often used for more control and accuracy on drives.
Hybrid grip: As the name suggests, this grip is a combination of the power and fan grips. Your fingers are spread apart on the rim, with some positioned near the rim and others positioned near the center of the disc. This grip is often used for a balance of power and control on drives.

Don’t get too hung up on what you see advanced players doing. Sure you can try different throwing techniques, such as the Hyzer Flip or Anhyzer. But don’t worry too much about getting your form down pat on these once you are starting out. Experienced players like to work with not really beginner friendly discs such as faster, overstable drivers like the Discraft Nuke, or Latitude 64 Caltrop.

To Finish

Disc golf is a fun and challenging sport, and having the right driver disc can make a big difference in your game. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, there’s a driver out there that’s right for you. So grab a disc and get out on the course!

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Disc Golf Beginners Guide Days 7-9 - Using Driver Discs