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I had the same opinion, but after playing a bunch of winter rounds in the Northeast over the past month, I can say that my opinion has definitely changed. It can be a lot of fun, but you really have to prepare adequately. Here's some tips that I've learned this year to help make winter golf much more enjoyable:

• Try to play when the sun is out, and try to play on more open courses. Even on frigid days, tromping through the snow out in the winter sun is going to get your heart rate up a little and help keep you warm.
  
  
• Layer up. I wear under armour pants/shirt, a long sleeve shirt and track pants, and a sweatshirt. I usually end up taking off the sweatshirt after a few holes for reasons listed above. I typically wear a winter hat and gloves, but will also bring a baseball hat in case I get hot and a balaclava/facemask in case it gets windy.
  
  
• Bring a pair of dry socks and shoes to put on after you play. I wear waterproof Merrell hiking shoes when I play, but you inevitably get some snow in them. I probably wouldn't want to tromp around in heavy winter boots but depending on the course it might not be too bad. A good workout, if nothing else.
  
  
• Bring some of those single use-handwarmers, and open them up on your way to the course so that they're warmed up by the time you start playing. If you don't mind dropping $20-25, I highly recommend getting one of the NFL hand warmers used by quarterbacks and punters. I typically don't even wear a glove on my throwing hand because these things work so well, though I do tend to leave a glove on my off-hand. Just make sure you get the one with the Patriots logo, or you'll be wasting your money ;)
  
  
• Get yourself in the mindset for a different kind of golf. Accept the fact that you're not gonna go out and crush your firebird 500' from a standstill, and take the opportunity to work on other aspects of your game that are probably being neglected. Winter is a great time to work on throwing putters and midranges from a standstill, especially forehand. Go play at the local pitch and putt instead of the championship course with 600'+ fairways, and load your bag with neutral/understable stuff.
  
  
• Pay attention to your shot much better than you probably would otherwise, as it's obviously very easy to lose discs in the snow. I've played a bunch of rounds with a friend of mine in 8-10" of snow and we've managed to lose only one disc between us just by doing a better job at spotting. On a related note, winter is not the time to be throwing multiple shots on each hole...
  
  I'll add some more tips if I think of any, but hopefully this is enough to at least get you to try it again!

so this is kind of a repost of my earlier post but these ones are laid out much better.



For those of you that want to play glow but don't have many (any) glow discs. This tape works fantastic! You can typically buy it at your local grocery store, target, walmart. I highly recommend buying a portable blacklight flashligt like this one.

I suggest putting tape on items in your bag that may be used frequently and / or you don't want to lose if they fall out. i.e. Cellphone, score card, your blacklight/flashlight. Charge them up every couple of holes. Just takes a second or two if you use the blacklight to charge it.

a couple small strips of tape on a disc (1/2 inch by 2 inches) on the top and one on the bottom in case the disc lands upside down make it super easy to find your disc as long as it is dark out and there is not much ambient light. You can launch discs, walk down the fairway and pick out your discs very easily even if it takes you 5-10 minutes to get to your disc which it shouldn't unless you are playing some serious mob golf.

Glow golf is great fun!

The tape is pdga legal and i have not seen any noticeable differences in flight pattern.

https://www.amazon.com/Throwback-All-Day-Pack-Built/dp/B01MXKCYJX

Throwback Sports All Day Pack

I'm all about this bag. Sure the DD sniper is the same price, but this one has 6 side mesh pockets. I never knew how much I would love that. It makes grabbing the discs really easy. You can get about 3 discs into each pocket (although most times I had 2 in each unless they were drivers).

So what do they do with all that room in the actual bag compartment, well, you could store EXTRA discs in there or you could make use of the fact that it's lined and load that bad boy up with beer and ice. At the top of the bag (near the handle) there is a deep can pocket which holds tallboys oh so nicely. It's also perfect for holding my Bluetooth speaker! There are additional pockets on the bag to stash some gear in.

Seriously, I loved this bag (past tense because it got stolen with about 22 discs in it). I had room for all the discs I needed, a 6 pack, my speaker, a couple bottles of water, some food, a sweatshirt/jacket and pretty much anything else I wanted to bring with me. I never had a problem with it's comfort and it sat nice and square.

Amazon, Walmart, and some of the other big box stores sell them online.

In-person purchases are trickier. I've had luck with internet searching local disc golf stores but there are definitely areas where they really don't exist. Party stores, gas stations, media stores - it's weird who sells them and who doesn't.

Premium discs run about $15 a pop. Base discs around $8. There is a very real difference in the quality of the plastics here. A lot of people recommend DX plastic to start with because it's cheaper and easier to throw. Personally I found they went to crap waaaaay too quickly - big gouges and scrapes pretty much from the start.

This is the gold standard for starting:

https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-3-Disc-Colors/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1506561217&sr=8-6&keywords=disc+golf+starter+set

Personally I like this set more from a mold stand-point (although the Escape is probably fast for a beginner).

https://www.amazon.com/Dynamic-Discs-Prime-Disc-Starter/dp/B00T6TBNX4/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1506561217&sr=8-16&keywords=disc+golf+starter+set

This set is pricier, but you'll use it forever. Plastic is darn near indestructible and they are useful discs at several play levels - you'll need an arm for the volt though.

https://www.amazon.com/MVP-Disc-Golf-Neutron-Straight/dp/B00OS9ZN4C/ref=pd_sbs_200_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=KC5V01K22CEXT3DVJ35M


Personally though, I'd probably piecemeal one together for a starter kit. A 175g Judge Classic, 170+ E-Mac Truth, 170+ Neutron Switch or Lucid River, and then a light 150g driver like an Opto Air Diamond maybe.

Play night golf in backyard course few times/week and tried almost everything.

-Glow discs vs lights vs tape, generally the lights will be the best option, and generally by a large margin. Discs are ok if open field, tape is meh, but lights work in any environment, and even when buried in long grass. It's actually easier to find a disc with a light in 2 foot grass at night than during the day.

-Glow discs themselves, if it isn't Kastaplast, it doesn't actually glow worth a shit, don't bother.

Using these for baskets thanks to another redditor (just order some cheap carabiners), and don't look directly at them when not expecting it, frigging bright

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N13435P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Bought this as charging light, it's ok but a bright ass tactical style light with pocket clip charges them just as well honestly and serves the dual purpose of avoiding snakes etc and navigating around, personally I'd skip it and buy a $20-30 fenix

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008133KB4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Batteries

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N24LU7I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

LEDs

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QXR5MZB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Tape, it's ok but expected better, maybe try gorilla brand etc

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000DH8I8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Each basket gets a lantern, each kastaplast gets a battery and 2 led's both top and bottom, tactical light with spare battery in pocket, and we're off.

Personally doing Grym X, Gote, and Berg if want a bag or hands full, or just a Kaxe Z if 1 disc'ing it.

bestdiscgolfdiscs.com suggests a Valkyrie, Roc, and Aviar for 3 discs. They do use Amazon Pay but you can't use a gift card for that, which is why I assume you specify Amazon.

The problem with buying a set is they're just going to give you what ever they have but it will be cheaper than buying individually.

This Innova Set is decent, The TeeBird is my favorite Innova fairway drive and one of the best all around discs and it has a recommended Roc. I can't say anything about the Rhino but I think when you're starting out putters don't matter much. A similar Innoa Set This one is Leopard, Roc, and Aviar. So maybe this is a little safer as most players will agree that Roc and Aviar are solid discs. Then maybe throw in a GStar Valkyrie and you're just over $40 but you've got some solid discs.

This set of 4 Discraft goes right up to your budget but there's no listing of discs so it's a gamble. In the photo you see a Nuke which is a horrible disc for beginners.

This DGA set Is notable because they're all 150 class discs. Lighter discs can be good for absolute beginners but if you did play a little and can throw then light discs might be more of a burden. It all depends on your arm speed, I'd probably suggest this more for women and children. The Squall is a great beginner mid and the Reef is a solid putter. In normal plastic I'd say the Rogue is not good for beginners but being so light it might work.

I recently got my dad a Throwback Sack and it's honestly the highest quality bag I've ever had my hands on. Much nicer than my backpack. This thing has an insulated cooler pocket that's big enough to hold 4 bottles of water with 2 ice packs, keeps them ice cold. Has lots of disc space, putter pocket in the front, mini pocket on the side with a phone pocket and a bottle holder pocket that has a good drawstring and is big enough for a big gatorade bottle. The strap is strong with very good padding, and the two things that set this bag over the top for me were: The back of the bag, where it rests against your body when you're walking the course, has very thick mesh padding. And the second thing is that the bottom of the bag has the biggest rubber feet I've seen on a bag.

Super big fan, and their a newer company so I think they deserve all the shoutouts they can get right now. Currently the bag is on sale for $50, the normal price is $80 and the quality of the construction is worth that, so for $50 it's an absolutely insane deal.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015ORXC3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KEZMXGU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492610205&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=fitactic+disc+golf+bag&dpPl=1&dpID=51DmvhFCcwL&ref=plSrch

I have purchased this bag recently and I love it. My friend got an upper park designs bag around the same time and I believe mine is just as durable as his will be years from now. Many reviews on the product attest to its durability. It super cheap (which is what I needed cause I'm a college student), but it doesn't come with cheap material in my opinion. It's only $99 so it's a win win to me.


I just copy pasted this from the last time I told someone about this bag. I have it and still love it ~7 months now

Nice looking discs, and good choices too, but if you're just starting out, these discs might be a bit frustrating to throw. It might do you well to leave these at home for a bit, and pick up a starter kit (like this one by Innova, or this on by Discraft) or just a midrange like the Discraft Buzzz. Learning how to drive with a midrange or putter is one of the best ways to develop good form and work up your arm speed before moving up to fairway and distance drivers! :)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Innova-Disc-Golf-Set-3-DXSET/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=disc+golf+set&qid=1556639104&s=gateway&sr=8-10

I think that could work well for you. Aviar is a great putter (what I started with); Shark I've never used but seems like it would be good as a disc you know will finish left; Leopard I still use a lot.

If not, I also would second getting an Aviar and a Champ Mako3. I bought a couple Mako3s when starting and used them exclusively for a couple months. I still play 2 disc rounds with them from time to time to practice form and shaping.

I'm assuming you bought this set back then. For a forehand(flick) throw I would pick up an Innova Orc, preferably one in Champion plastic. This is the first disc I owned and I would get beautiful s-curves out of my flick. here is a link to one. Champion plastic is super durable and will not get destroyed by hitting trees. Read up on some of the discs on that site I linked too, it has some decent insight on which discs do what.

Athletico Power Shot Disc Golf Backpack - 20+ Disc Capacity - Pro or Beginner Disc Golf Bag - Unisex Design (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C38G49H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_t6u3DbQ7YJK37

Here me out on this one. I started playing about 6 months ago and have been using this bag for about 4 months. It’s lightweight, seems durable, currently I have 13 discs in it (i would say maybe 20 is the max), the left pocket fits my large water bottle in it with ease, the insulated pocket can hold 5 beers or two waters. I’ve been pretty happy with it so far and for price it’s a great value

• Bug spray
  
• drink coozy
  
• towel that clips onto his bag
  
• socks that let your feet breathe but keep your ankles protected
  
• make him a shirt that says something about disc golf
  
• a new mini disc is always fun
  
• if he doesn't have a basket at home, this link and this link are good places to start
  
  Or the next time you two are out on a date, ask him to show you some discs at a sporting goods store that he has his eye on. Or try these websites:
  
  
• Marshall Street
  
• Gotta Go Gotta Throw
  
• Disc Golf World
  
• Innova
  
• Flywood Discs
  
  Marshall Street is where you're going to get the most bang for your buck. I added Flywood there on the end because that's one of my dream discs to own, just because the idea of a wooden frisbee gives me shivers and tingles.
  

You can most certainly talk yourself out of a good throw. You need to find a way to relax and stay relaxed. If you're young it can be especially difficult, but you have to be mentally strong if you ever want to be truly competitive. Read this https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Disc-Golf-Patrick-McCormick/dp/1502779331 and have half a brownie before the round.

Sorry I am late, but if you want a little bit cheaper option, this Fade bag is great. I have had mine for years and it is still good as new.

https://www.amazon.com/Fade-Gear-Tourney-Disc-Golf/dp/B002A22UFY

Paired with the innova back pack straps its even better. https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Backsaver-Bag-Strap/dp/B004AQFEMY/ref=pd_bxgy_200_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B004AQFEMY&pd_rd_r=SCPNNHV88HRKWZMHP14Q&pd_rd_w=xn40e&pd_rd_wg=dJbxi&psc=1&refRID=SCPNNHV88HRKWZMHP14Q

Innova starter pack is a great place to 'start'. Should be around $30. Don't buy more discs until you know a lot more. This subreddit is a great resource. As others have said, read the stuff at the right.

You can order on Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=asc_df_B000Q838XW1974822?smid=A2NMB0M9XDBFPF&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=asn&creative=395105&creativeASIN=B000Q838XW&hvpos=1o2&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1703658721432219585&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=

Otherwise, please support your local disc store.

Save up $100 and do the following. You wont even need a new bag.

$40 for the UV flashlight. https://www.amazon.com/uvBeast-Black-Flashlight-30-feet-Effect/dp/B01CV24OGK

3 Vibram Glow from Marshall Street. $20 each and if you spend over $50 you get free shipping. I highly recommend the Lace. It's a distance disc and will probably end up in your everyday bag. For the others, you have to figure out which Vibram discs are shaped like your favorite discs and stick with those.

Titan Disc Golf Basket Double Chains Portable Practice Target Steel frisbee hole https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014S0NZ4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_055SBbG3VDHJE

The gaps between chains are too big but it's a good target and it's pretty cheap. It has survived being in my backyard for over a year with minimal rust.

Fitactic. This thing is the best: http://www.amazon.com/FITACTIC-Luxury-Frisbee-Disc-Backpack/dp/B00KEZMXGU

Nice and sleek, all-black like every backpack should be, perfect functionality. Stay tuned for a durability report.

My advice is to enjoy what you are doing. The results will follow.

I used to get so mad after my first missed shot because I knew I wasn't going to set some new personal record. What that did was make me dislike playing the rest of the round - all I could think about was how I fucked up and won't be able to beat some old score.

Focus on being "present" and Slow down.

I could ramble on and on about this, but someone has done a better job. Check out this book or audiobook ( I like the audio version, b/c I can play it on the way to the course ). If it's not feasible for you to buy it, DM me and I will send it to you for free via Audible.

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https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Disc-Golf-Patrick-McCormick/dp/1502779331

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https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-3-Disc-Colors/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467063156&sr=8-1&keywords=innova+starter+pack

CCDG has a great instructional video about how to use them from top pros.

Alternatively, go to proshop.innovadiscs.com and try to build your own starter pack. http://i.imgur.com/C7tcFsb.png would be my suggestions bases on what they have atm. True starter packs will be more likely to be 150g, but since you are used to ultimate you will be used to 175g-ish discs. Aero and Shark will be good transitions from lids to discs, and Leopard is in a slightly better plastic because you will want to hold onto it longer.

I have the grip clone bag $100 on amazon, and it is not bad at all. Right now grip is having a sale and it looks like B15's are only 154 shipped, so spending the extra $54 might not be a bad idea to get the actual thing from them. The only real difference I see, is the flap has a pocket that can hold a disc, and it comes with a rain fly, but doesn't have the towel clips. I have had mine since March and it seems to hold up well, and can even be loaded down with a decent number of discs. If it fits in your budget, I saw go for the real thing, reputable company with a warranty, and you know it will be well made. There are so many bags out now hope this helps in decision.

Well since we're discussing it in this thread, why not collaborate on something? Here's a start, feel free to offer suggestions and/or add to it.

I was going to throw some videos/channels to look at for technique but work is about to pick up so I don't have time right this second.

Beginner disc reccomendations:
First, disc down. You don't need a high speed driver as a beginner, because there's about a 99% chance you lack the proper arm speed and technique to throw it the way it needs to be thrown to fly properly.

With that said, here are some specific disc recommendations:

Fairway driver: Lat 64 River, Innova Teebird, Innova Leopard

Midrange: Innova Roc, Discraft Buzzz, Discraft Comet

Putter: Innova KC Aviar, Gateway Wizard (alternative is if you're lucky enough to be near a disc golf store, go there and pick up a few different putters, and buy whichever one feels comfortable in your hand)

There are also starter kits available via Amazon and various sporting goods stores. The most common being the Innova DX starter set (DX is a less durable type of plastic), the Innova Champion starter set (champion plastic is more durable). Discraft also makes starter sets, some with bags and some without.

You can buy discs individually at:

• discgolfcenter.com
  
• communitydiscs.com
  
• dynamicdiscs.net
  
• marshallstreetdiscgolf.com

I play casually and definitely had gotten some good discs from Amazon as well: Amazon Disccraft

How did you land on that basket? I've got that one and it's the lightest weight basket available, but it's not my favorite. I also have THIS ONE and prefer it more for a travelling basket. It's just a little bit bulkier, but works a lot better and is more durable. If the basket is intended to be LEFT outside and not moved around very much I would recommend moving up to an all metal basket like THIS or THIS

Hey, welcome to the sport... I started four months ago and love it! I'm in central jersey.

I highly, highly recommend the dx innova starter pack on Amazon. It has perfect discs for beginners.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000Q838XW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467241683&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=innova+starter+set&dpPl=1&dpID=51seTHgV9dL&ref=plSrch


If you are in north jersey you should check out the course at Rutgers, oldest course in the country and nice short holes for beginners.

You'll lose discs, it's part of the game but when you are starting out and can't throw that far it shouldn't be so bad.

Just wear comfy movable clothes and good shoes!

How I play night golf is using glow plastic, uv flashlights, and something to light up the basket. I have both this LE flashlight and this uvbeast flashlight and they're almost identical. The UVBeast is a little brighter and heavier, but the LE will totally work, and it works really well.

Good glow discs imo are glow aviars, glow valkyrie, and z-line plastic from discraft.

To Watch: The 2016 Beaver State Fling 3rd round lead card
Riverbend @ Milo McIver State Park outside Portland, OR is a beautiful course. Ricky and Nate are lead card regulars (and to a slightly lesser extent Philo and Kyle). This round also contains the Philobatross: Philo's 2 on the par-5 hole 6W. Its honestly the best shot I've seen on film.
From there, CCDG and Jomez are both great sources for edited tournament coverage that is posted about 24 hours after the rounds are played.

To Disc Up: Find a local disc golf store and go tell them you want to start playing. They'll help you find between one and three discs that are beginner appropriate and you should be able to walk out for under $30. You should also be able to find pre-packaged beginner sets of 3 discs that are appropriate as long as you avoid the Franklin brand (they are notoriously low quality and will warp after too many tree hits). Alternatively, [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000Q838XW/ref=s9_acsd_topr_hd_bw_bEI57_c_x_1_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&pf_rd_r=S7AQR4PP07QE9C8HP9A9&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=ad575359-22e1-5a27-9b1e-bc5e5317452c&pf_rd_i=3406101) is the current version of the beginner set I used. (and is on sale for <$20 currently).
For courses, I use DGCourseReview to find courses. For the most part, you just go and play. Private courses might have a check-in, but most courses are in city/state parks and all you'll have to pay is parking.

I use this one and it works wonders, a few of my friends use the cheaper ones and they seem to work fine. A headlamp with red and white LEDs is also pretty useful. I pick up bulk 6 inch glow sticks (like packs of 50) and we'll hang those in the baskets

I used to have huge problems with my mental game. If I had a rough start, there was never any coming back. I would be too angry to focus. Someone here suggested a book called Zen and the Art of Disc Golf. So, I signed up for an Audible trial account and got it for free. I thought it really sucked. When I went to the reviews of that book, someone mentioned Zen Golf, so I gave that one a shot with my other free credit. It's not a disc golf book, but almost everything translates perfectly. I never stay angry and rarely lose focus anymore.

Now I just need to work on my putting...

The DGA Mach Lite is a great basket for under 150 bucks.. I have one and it's awesome!

I’m not sure how long the hole was. UDisc says 218 but the sign says like 252 so I’m not sure, there was quite a bit of that there it looks like they recently went through and reworked everything, cleaned everything up. I threw a meteor esp that was bright green. It was a blast the course is called Tittabawassee Trails. Oh and the bag is a throwback.amazon link to the bag

Didn't read all the comments but wanted to leave my $0.02.

I recommend the Innova Champion starter pack.
https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Champion-Material-Disc-Colors/dp/B005TEXO7I

It gets you 3 beginner friendly discs that are also in a premium plastic.

Couple pros to this over the DX set...

1. Nicer plastic and only costs a few bucks more than the SX set
   
2. These discs will last substantially longer than DX
   
3. Being a beginner, you ARE gonna hit trees. Champ plastic will be infinitely more durable than DX where one good tree hit on a drive could essentially ruin the disc
   
   The champ set should come with an Aviar, Panther, and Valkyrie, all of which are good beginner friendly discs.

Yeah, I always bring a UV flashlight with me for glow rounds. Definitely does depend on the plastic type/color how much it glows, but with the right discs it makes finding your discs at night a non-issue. You can even sometimes find some others that were lost during the day that were well hidden, but glow at night. I use this one, for $10 it works great.

Have fun! IMO, as far as starter sets go, I think the Discraft starter set is the best deal. You get a bag, a putter, a Buzzz, and 2 different drivers to try out (IIRC, it usually comes with a Heat and an Avenger SS.)

Simple backpacks end up being better than those bags they include in those starter sets. This set is better quality discs HERE. Better yet, if you have a local store, go talk to the person at the desk.

http://www.amazon.com/Wham-Mini-Frisbee-Golf-Colors/dp/B000OWL0X0

Only the best my friend

I love my Fade Gear Tournament bag. http://www.amazon.com/Fade-Gear-Tourney-Disc-Golf/dp/B002A22UFY

I also have the Fade Straps that go with it. http://fadegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=96

Protip, you can get these on ebay for much cheaper.

But yeah, it's worth it to me so I have a place for my putters and drink holders for my stuff.

Everything is 3/4" pipe. The total costs of the joints at Lowe's is $9.24:

• 5 Tees, $0.47 each
  
• 1 Cross, $2.37
  
• 4 45-degree elbows, $0.86 each
  
• 4 90-degree elbows, $0.27 each
  
  For the pipe, you can get 10 feet of 200psi pipe for $1.51. This works fine for all the tubes except for the main vertical shaft. For that, you want to get the heavier pipe, so that it will make a tighter fit with the post on the basket. I think the heavier pipe is around $2.50 for 10 feet. All together, you'll be spending about $13.
  
  The basket itself is $18.83 right now on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B000OWL0X0
  
  The first design I tried was this. It's a few bucks cheaper, because it uses less of the 45 degree elbows, but would need glue to keep it from falling over in one direction. I started with edges that were 2 feet long for the base, and so when I decided to bisect them, I made them 11.25 inches (allowing 1.5 inches for the tee). When I went with the final design, I kept that measurement the same. Here's what I ended up for total pieces:
  
  
• 8 pieces 11.25" -- for the base
  
• 2 pieces 11.5" -- for the long diagonals
  
• 2 pieces 8" -- for the short diagonals
  
• 2 pieces 4.5" -- for the long arms
  
• 2 pieces 3" -- for the short arms
  
• 1 piece 2" -- vertical piece under the cross
  
• 1 piece 27" -- main vertical shaft, holds the basket
  
  Total length of tube needed: 173 inches. A single ten foot piece from the hardware store is 120 inches. So, you'll need two of them.
  
  I marked the distances with a sharpie, and then cut them with a compound miter box saw. I didn't allow any space for the cut, since tolerances here are pretty lax anyway. If you don't have a compound miter box saw, you can just use a hacksaw instead, but it will take a lot longer, and you'll need to sand the pieces after each cut.
  
  I didn't bother gluing any of this, but it's pretty sturdy. If you plan to use it a lot, it would be worthwhile to glue the joints, and spray paint it.

Portable like a fold up one? If not the Axiom/MVP Pro is great. It seems to regularly go on sale. I got mine around xmas for under $100. https://www.amazon.com/Axiom-Discs-24-Chain-Disc-Basket/dp/B072XX4XBV/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=axiom+basket&qid=1566217739&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyQVZRT0hDOFA0QklDJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDA5ODAzMVhINzlMQ044NFE5QiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDMzNjA1M1ZEWVhNOFY5UTJWRyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

I would recommend a starter pack for each of you. I got the Innova Starter Pack and it is excellent for beginners. Depending on the arm strength/athleticism you probably will not even need the driver for the first while.

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Most people here will recommend that you do not regularly the the driver discs until you have a better handle on the game as the drivers will hide/mask bad form and limit your game farther down the line.

Thanks everyone. I actually ended up buying Innova Champion Disc Golf Set as I got it for $30
brand new from OfferUp. https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Champion-Disc-Golf-Set/dp/B005TEXO7I/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2Y55MNGUPDF5N&keywords=champion+disc+golf&qid=1565556530&s=gateway&sprefix=champion+disc%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-3&fbclid=IwAR2QMUu5Gz4qHB7lgUU_exjAT6tWemUehR_r103N4sufMEqFSXNoSk2e3gY

READ THIS BOOK! http://www.amazon.com/Zen-Golf-Mastering-Mental-Game/dp/0385504462/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1335804504&sr=1-2 Yes it's about ball golf but it translates very nicely to our sport

Get a basket and practice. Start close and move out as you make them, closer as you miss them. As long as you have solid fundamentals, it's just a confidence thing and you need to get your mojo back.

Edit: I got this basket a few weeks ago, it's cheap and 'close enough' to the real thing for me to notice improvement already.

Like I said. Found a few on Amazon. Which would be best?

Discraft Beginner Set 1

Discraft Beginner Set 2

Innova DX Set 1

Innova DX Set 2 (Same but cheaper?)

Innova+Bag Set

Innova Champion Set

Discraft Ultimate Set

$20 starter pack, and check out the Udisc app to find courses and keep score. Welcome to the sport, hope you give it a try!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008133KB4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519706928&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=escolite+uv+flashlight+black+light%2C+51+led+395+nm+ultraviolet&psc=1

That is the one I have. It might not be the best but it works incredibly well at lighting my glow discs and it fits in my pocket. I have 4 glow discs in my bedroom that I nuke right before bed and it’s been an hour and my 2 USDGC Firebirds are still glowing from around a 5 second charge and my new glow Vibram disc is quite visible as well.

I keep the blue one in my car (actually threw on my lunch break for the first time just a bit ago), other is portable but requires more space and few more steps to assemble. I keep the red one assembled out back, and hide it in the trees when I'm done. Innova is s more narrow shot, the chains on The Pacific Outdoors' unit below throws discs out every once in a while, but is great for practice.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ASG0DI/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apap_qKi1rxgRknJOl

That’s one of the reasons I like my Throwback All Day bag, it’s unique. The discs go in the outside pockets and the inside is basically a giant cooler. However I am now the designated beer mule for my friends, so that’s a little drawback.

Check out the throwback sack, the reviews look great. I want one.

If you just want a frisbee to throw around with your friends:
http://www.amazon.com/Wham-O-52000-Ultimate-Frisbee-175g/dp/B0002CQR08/ref=sr_1_9?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1464554431&sr=1-9&keywords=frisbee

or

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007CZLABY/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687702&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0019QV6L6&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0EG4MGAM04GYWX418CJW

For disc golf (or frisbee golf as it's sometimes called):
http://www.amazon.com/Discraft-Buzzz-Elite-170-172-grams/dp/B0032ULGYE/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1464554381&sr=1-1&keywords=discraft+buzzz

or

http://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-3-Disc-Colors/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1464554390&sr=1-1&keywords=innova+starter+pack

I went ahead and bought this:

Innova DX Disc Golf Set (3-Disc) (Colors may vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dtpmxbH80WA7A

it seemed like the cheapest thing that would be okay. Should that be okay?

This book will take 2 hours to read cover to cover.

The author recommends reading a chapter, playing a round or practicing, then reading another chapter, etc.

I like it.

https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Disc-Golf-Patrick-McCormick/dp/1502779331

I used this one over the summer and it worked perfectly https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008133KB4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3JpOBbA4VQVHF

It depends on where you are playing. If losing discs is not a concern, I'd get the Champion version of the starter set. They will last longer especially if you hit as many trees as I do. The DX set is also a good set, however, hit a few trees and they start to wear quick.

Innova Champion Set

this one is awesome
http://www.amazon.com/DGA-Mach-Portable-Practice-Basket/dp/B0015O6QSA/ref=sr_1_12/177-3292147-3078165?ie=UTF8&qid=1457040145&sr=8-12&keywords=innova+disc+golf+baskets

Hands down, the [DGA Mach Lite] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015O6QSA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sUm7BbDBPYWB2) takes the cake. I’ve had mine for 4 years and it gets used almost every day. I’ve taken it to countless putting, indoor, outdoor, whatever type of leagues/rounds. Still in great condition. Also not that loud for practicing at night while my wife/kids are sleeping.

Well I don't know anything about disc golf in Australia, but I'm sure it's around and I would think you could find some discs. Do you have any discs yet? If not, the Innova Starter Set is usually the way to go for beginners. It has a putter, a midrange, and a fairway driver; all of which are versatile discs that are all a beginner really needs for your first couple months of disc golf.

bag

Such a fun course, and such an epic hole!

This one on Amazon is pretty decent and comes in at $100!

These defy the purpose of practicing with a hanging chain. The idea is that if you're able to focus on the chain and hit it when you practice putting, then when you get out on the course and it's time to lay in a put, you'll feel more confident hitting a larger target.

This is what I started with: https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-3-Disc-Colors/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_2

Innova starter set. It comes with a putter, a mid-range and a fairway driver, definitely enough to get started with, and is $22 on Amazon.

I've gotten a lot of compliments of my [Grip Knockoff] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KEZMXGU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) bag from Amazon

Amazon has some Innova and Discraft starter sets with bags included, like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0058KEY3G/ref=pd_aw_sims_8?pi=SY115&simLd=1

I recently just stepped up from my small sholder bag to a full backpack and found this one fairly cheap on Amazon. I've been using it for a couple of weeks now and have no complaints. I love the big two side pockets and front zipper pocket, as well as the front pocket from my putters.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C38G49H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

All the time at like Sport Chalet or Sports Authority or Dick's Sporting Goods. They have starter boxes of like a driver, mid and putt. Usually all DX plastic, but hey it's for starters. This is like the one I see at the most places

My only suggestion is to be an artist. Paperclips and all. You can buy these mini baskets but I'm sure this is to big for you fish tank. http://www.amazon.com/Wham-O-Mini-Frisbee-Golf-Set/dp/B000OWL0X0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1343834440&sr=8-1&keywords=mini+disc+golf+basket

I've ordered a couple Pacific Outdoors practice targets. Main advantages are the low cost ($100) relative to other baskets and they're closer to PDGA dimensions than a lot of other practice baskets. Downside is they only come in on color (red), only have one set of chains and while they are portable they're completely metal so more difficult to move around than something like a Skillshot. You can find it on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Pacific-Outdoors-Disc-Golf-Goal/dp/B000ASG0DI/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1450128100&sr=1-1&keywords=pacific+outdoors+disc+golf+goal

This UK Amazon shop has a unbranded Grip Bag for £98.95. Not sure what the deal is as I've never seen an unbranded one but it's an exact match to my bag straight from Grip.

You can get Insteps for $100 or less or any variation of a portable basket for just over a hundred... I have a skill shot and though its smaller than a regular basket after practicing 35 footers on that I feel like I could park a bus in a regular basket.

A UV light is handy for a little instant charge. If you're looking for a really glowy disc, try Kastaplast. It outshines the rest.

I use an LED UV flashlight like this

I have played glow rounds with light up discs as well. This was my first round charging glow discs, but I didn't find charging of the discs to be very time consuming.

I bought a 100 led uvBeast Flashlight so the charge is just a few seconds. I might have to try the method you described for discs they don't make in glow plastic. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CV24OGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_yTmLAbDHSRWD7

If materials didn't exceed the price of [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Wham-Mini-Frisbee-Golf-Colors/dp/B000OWL0X0) then I'm ok with it.

I just bought a Throwback Sack
for around $50.

I switched from an old backpack which could comfortably hold just 6-7 discs as well as a couple beers and my 32oz Nalgene water bottle.

This bag is incredible so far. Cooler can hold a six pack and those Ice pack things(Now guess who is designated beer mule for the group), as well as some 10-12 discs, it has two dividers that you can use or not, makes dividing discs up simple and makes them easy to find. Big water bottle holder for my nalgene, and a putter pocket on the outside so my main putter is always accessible.

Only downside is the strap could be longer, but if it was, my disc towel would drag on the ground.

Made by Titan fitness, here is a terribly formatted link. Very easy to put together and take apart!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014S0NZ4K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482374118&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=disc+golf+basket+titan&dpPl=1&dpID=419lEdASUtL&ref=plSrch

I got this Escolite for $13 and it's insanely bright. Haven't actually taken it out for a glow round yet, but I have used it for plenty of other glow-in-the-dark applications and it really makes discs shine.

Not sure if this is the same one but this is on Amazon for $82 currently.

Titan Disc Golf Basket Double Chains Portable Practice Target Steel frisbee hole https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014S0NZ4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_txBkzb31T21M5

Just get the Wham-O version. It's fine. https://www.amazon.com/Wham-Mini-Frisbee-Indoor-Outdoor/dp/B000OWL0X0

I've got this in my backyard. I don't particularly need it to be super portable - I prefer it stand up to weather. For $100 shipped, I'd say it's a steal.

They sell both Discraft and Innova starter packs on Amazon. You might also find them at your local sporting goods store.

https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Disc-Golf-Patrick-McCormick/dp/1502779331

Here you go. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ASG0DI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

Have you seen these?

Pacific Outdoors Disc Golf Goal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ASG0DI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_5YyGpyk3gYSFE

https://www.amazon.com/Wham-Mini-Frisbee-Indoor-Outdoor/dp/B000OWL0X0

I just started and got this basic starter set from Innova.

Here are a couple starter kits, The first one by Innova, the second by Discraft.

http://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-Set-3-Disc/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373811724&sr=8-1&keywords=disc+golf+starter+kit

http://www.amazon.com/Discraft-Beginner-Golf-Disc-Set/dp/B005TEXOEG/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1373811724&sr=8-8&keywords=disc+golf+starter+kit

Both come in their baseline plastic, which is just what you need to start.

Bag: https://www.amazon.com/Dynamic-Discs-Trooper-Disc-Golf/dp/B075GT7VBG/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?keywords=dynamic+disc+bag&qid=1564745898&s=gateway&sr=8-9

Starter set: https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Disc-Golf-3-Disc-Colors/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=innova+starter+pack&qid=1564745966&s=gateway&sprefix=innova+start&sr=8-4

three disc starter set


find courses near you

There are a few of them. leopard/shark/aviar teebird/roc/rhyno archangel/shark/aviar or valkyrie/beast/shark/aviar

$118.55

Link

is this a good buy for a beginer? Also what is the big difference between a driver, mid range and a putter http://www.amazon.ca/Discraft-Deluxe-Disc-Golf-Set/dp/B0058KEY3G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1404690744&sr=8-2&keywords=disc+golf

Here's the set I'm talking about:

https://www.amazon.com/Innova-Champion-Material-Disc-Colors/dp/B005TEXO7I

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015ORXC3U

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015ORXC3U/ref=ppx_yo_mob_b_inactive_ship_o2_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Just in case you ever need another bag.

https://www.amazon.com/Throwback-Sack-Frisbee-Padding-Comfortable/dp/B015ORXC3U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483459663&sr=8-1&keywords=throwback+sack+disc+golf

I don't know much about the quality, but the Throwback Sports bags have coolers.

The old version of backpack used the entire main compartment. The newer one has insulated side pockets. There's also a smaller bag with less disc storage.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MXKCYJX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That's what I have, it's close to what you described... can't put ice in it, but ice packs work. There are cheaper versions too.

Not sure what the lightning price was, but you can get the same basket for $99: http://www.amazon.com/Pacific-Outdoors-Disc-Golf-Goal/dp/B000ASG0DI/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1418651202&sr=1-1&keywords=pacific+disc+golf

The summer of 2010 I bought a set similar to this.... I had never played before.

I bought this blacklight flashlight to charge my glow discs for the Night of the Living Disc event this weekend. I've never played at night so I'm pretty pumped!

Discraft Deluxe Disc Golf Set (4 Disc and Bag)

Discraft Beginner Disc Golf Set (3-Pack)

Innova DX Disc Golf Set

Innova Champion Disc Golf Set

Dynamic Discs Disc Golf Starter Set

There is a company that does a Grip Rippoff and sells it without logo, doesn't get much simpler than that. Also very cheap. But as it goes with Ripp offs though, I'm a bit doubtful about the quality.

http://www.amazon.com/FITactic-Frisbee-Disc-Golf-Back/dp/B00KEZMXGU/

Funny story. My mom got it for my brother's kids. Some reason my (obviously anal parent with control issues) brother won't allow his kids to play disc golf. They're 10. and 8 yo. I don't know why... The worst part is, he has a disc golf course in his backyard. That's not an exaggeration, look at the hole #7 picture: http://www.dgcoursereview.com/course.php?id=4731. The house with the white fence is his!

I guess after you've seen his house, you can tell what ideologies he probably subscribes to...

Anyway, he rejected it... I...The one who actually plays disc golf got it instead. This is it: http://www.amazon.com/Wham--Mini-Frisbee-Golf-Colors/dp/B000OWL0X0 just different colors.

I just started playing a few months ago and bought the DX Innova beginner set (link here). Highly recommend it. I started out throwing just the putter & midrange, and then worked my way up to the fairway driver. The DX plastic is really fine for beginners. I actually like it. Not afraid to beat it up since they are my first discs. Now that I have worked on my form and have my style down, I can choose specific discs to add to my bag.

[Ta Da!](Innova DX Disc Golf Set (3-Disc) (Colors may vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Q838XW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8TzCxbTBRHT5K)

I have the [Mach Lite] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015O6QSA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RDlaCbCXRG8PK) and it's so great. I can fold it up and take it with me for practice very easily. It was a bit pricier than I had intended, but I have zero regrets. Being able to fold it up compared to most rigid frame baskets is a huge plus. It's sturdy as hell and I can see it lasting for a long time since I always keep it stored in the folded configuration. Seriously give this a thought.