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Disc Golf Beginner Tips: Think Positive!

Disc Golf Beginner Tip: Think Positive!

Posted by Brian Giggey in Tips on February 5, 2013
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No matter what skill level you are currently playing at in the sport of disc golf or traditional golfer, there is always room for improvement within the mental side of the game. While incredibly frustrating at times, it’s actually quite impressive when you sit back and think about how much your own thoughts can affect Read More…

The “Turtleback Green” Concept

The “Turtleback Green” Concept

Posted by Brian Giggey in Disc Golf Course Design on February 1, 2013
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“Turtleback greens” are a design technique synonymous with famed traditional golf course designer, Donald Ross. While many later designers began to use this concept on their course designs, the most famous example is from Donald Ross’ design of Pinehurst #2 in North Carolina — a true destination for any traditional golfer, be it as a Read More…

The Integration of Fairway Distance Markers in Disc Golf

The Integration of Fairway Distance Markers in Disc Golf

Posted by Brian Giggey in Disc Golf Course Design on January 30, 2013
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Several weeks ago, we posted a picture of the 12th hole at Hyzer Creek in Providence, NY on our Facebook page and asked the question — “Would you rather know the distance of your drive off the tee, or how far you are from the basket?” As expected, responses ranged from simple answers to less Read More…

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