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ZMAN
Looking for the Innova Star Skeeter in 155-160 wt any available
Feb. 3, 2012, 2:56pm
Joe G 5740
Currently they are 16.95
Feb. 3, 2012, 2:07pm
cyber2nd
What are the prices of the new blizzard discs
Feb. 3, 2012, 10:56am
Joe G 5740
We do have a few of those Orange Firm VPs Mike at 175.
Feb. 3, 2012, 9:49am
Joe G 5740
Scott - every order automatically comes with a Free Freaky Flyer while supplies last - got plenty for now.
Feb. 3, 2012, 9:39am
Joe G 5740
Great idea crissy - I will try to incorporate this in. It will even help us when we are searching. Thanksssssss
Feb. 3, 2012, 9:34am
Joe G 5740
david_tx - The Dominator still doesnt have a release date - so far it has been approved so now they have to make a batch. Most Blizzards are in the 150s in this batch but there are a few in the upper 130s. More coming next week.
Feb. 3, 2012, 9:31am
Scott
Hi Just placed an order for some quad shocks. Did I need to do something to get a freaky flyer or will it automatically be included in the order Thanks
Feb. 2, 2012, 5:27pm
crissy
joe love the store and love the site here is an idea to make it even better for faster surfing and selection could you please put the weights of the discs in the headline especially when we type in say star wraith and all those great gorgeous discs pop up it would make for better surfing if we didn_and_acutet have to keep clicking on the discs just to get the weights. just a suggestion... thanks
Feb. 2, 2012, 3:26pm
Mike
I am looking for X Link Firm VPs. More of a Bright Orange_slash_Red 173-175g. Any luck
Feb. 2, 2012, 1:38pm
david_tx
When will the dominator be available to the purchase And what weights do u have in a blizzard katana and teedevil
Feb. 2, 2012, 12:13pm
Joe G 5740
Whatcha wanna know dusman - We can help
Feb. 2, 2012, 6:39am
DaveJames
No problem on the color of the mini driver Wendy. Green will be fine. Thanks again.brbr
Feb. 1, 2012, 8:24pm
dusmann
need some tips on puttingbr
Jan. 31, 2012, 5:33pm
Joe G 5740
Yes. Yes. And no.
Jan. 31, 2012, 11:59am
Jim from Temple
Do you all any first run flicks
Jan. 31, 2012, 9:19am
Jason
Do you guys have the clutch by legacyy disc for sale yet. I seen them on facebook page but not on websitee
Jan. 30, 2012, 11:59am
matt
do you have the riot in stock its not located online to buybr
Jan. 29, 2012, 6:31pm
Joe WI
Its perfectly fine had to go throw it yesterday when it got here and cant wait to go to a local winter course with it i just want a esp blue one cause i hav an obi-wan stencil i wanted to put on it to go with my green force and predator that hav yoda and boba fett on em
Jan. 28, 2012, 12:30pm
Joe G 5740
OK it took a little while to figure out what happened to that blue ESP Force Joe. What happened was when Wendy inspected it before shipping she noticed some slight scuffs on the outer edge of the wing. Apparently it was a trade in and we failed to notice that it had possibly been thrown a time or two in a field. So she decided to go with one she knew youd be happy with. Sorry about that. That disc is now for sale as slightly used. Didnt want to send it to you as new.
Jan. 28, 2012, 10:07am
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The devastating approach disc.  This is the most under-utilized disc in the sport.  Most people will forego this disc not knowing what its true purpose is.  Basically, an approach shot is a throw, not a putt, and it is designed more to keep you near the basket than to get in it, although the best approach is also a run at the basket.

The Difference between putt and approach -

A putt is usually just a simple flick of the wrist with little or no twisting of the torso, whereas an approach is typically thrown from the side with at least some twisting of the torso and hips.  A putt is designed to move significantly slower than a throw.  An approach shot, although the slowest throw in disc golf, is still not as slow moving as a putt.

The Difference Between a Putter and an Approach Disc -

First, it`s important to understand that this isn`t set in stone.  Plenty of people use putters for approach shots and approach discs as putters.  Heck people even use drivers as putters(not recommended).  But the true purpose of a putter is for short shots, generally 200 feet or less.  Sure, they can be thrown further, but not without a lot of effort, especially if you have a low ceiling.

This is why, when 200 feet gets a little hard with a putter, we can step up to an approach disc.  They move a little quicker, sometimes have more glide.  They`ll generally handle a shot in the 150-200 foot range a little easier, allowing you to focus on accuracy.

Why Not Just Use a Midrange?

One thing most approach discs do have in common - the ability to stop abruptly somewhere near the target.  This is one reason why a midrange disc would be less ideal for these shots.  Another reason is the faster speed and higher torque required to make a midrange perform also makes it less appropriate for these shorter shots.

Hint:  Always keep an approach disc in your bag.  It fills in the short distance deadzone between a putter and a midrange.

Disc Golf Trivia - One of the first true approach discs to hit the market in the mid 80`s was the XD, then known as the Aviar XD.  At the time it was hailed as a Revolutionary new "distance" driver.  As a matter of fact the "XD" initially stood for "extra distance".

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