how to fix disc golf course

by Lexie Streich 4 min read

3 Easy Methods to Fix a Bent or Warped Disc 1. Place the Disc in Boiling Water Step 1: Boil the Water Step 2: Place the Towel Over the Pot Step 3: Place the Disc Upside Down in the Water

Part of a video titled How to clean, repair and store your discs (the CORRECT way!)
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Hot. Water yeah just keep the disc warm. Now it's pretty warm we're gonna put it on a flat surface.MoreHot. Water yeah just keep the disc warm. Now it's pretty warm we're gonna put it on a flat surface. And put more discs to push it down but not here you want the weight over the rim.

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How do you reshape a disc golf?

9:3912:53How to fix a warped Disc Golf disc (3 methods) - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo that the under part of the saucer is pushing up centered on the dome and then take your pie panMoreSo that the under part of the saucer is pushing up centered on the dome and then take your pie pan or kick pan or in my case colander. That's the exact size it goes the rim. Perfect. Set it on there.

Can you repair a cracked disc golf disc?

0:087:56How to Fix a Cracked Disc in Disc Golf with Test [Complete Guide]YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipVideos about doing some kind of repair.MoreVideos about doing some kind of repair.

How do you fix a concave disc?

Boil water.Find bowl same size as disc rim.Place disc rim upside down on rim of bowl.Do this in a sink.Fill disc with boiling water.As soon as the disc pops back into place blast it with cold water to make it hold it's shape.Quit leaving your bag in your hot car. ( you should treat them like your children)

How do you Unwarp a disc golf disc?

1:051:26What's the best way to fix a warped disc? - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo you take a disc and turn it upside down any port you pour the hot water in there okay.MoreSo you take a disc and turn it upside down any port you pour the hot water in there okay.

Will a cracked disc work?

Unfortunately, there is no way to permanently repair a CD. Once it's broken, the CD cannot be restored to its original condition and the CD will be at risk of fracturing completely due to the high speed at which the CD spins in the CD player. This can permanently damage the CD player as well.

What makes a disc illegal in disc golf?

A disc which is cracked or has a hole in it is illegal. A disc that is questioned by another player or an Official is illegal unless it is subsequently approved by the Director. A player who throws an illegal disc during play receives two penalty throws.

When should you throw an Overstable disc?

1:413:54How to Throw Over Stable Discs| Disc Golf| - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo over stability can be very subjective in that way so when i'm trying to get some max distanceMoreSo over stability can be very subjective in that way so when i'm trying to get some max distance with an overstable driver. I'm going to lean back a bit and throw it on a hard flex line.

What makes a disc Overstable?

The degree to which a disc resists high speed turn determines the disc's stability. Discs that have a lot of high speed turn are understable. Discs that have a moderate amount of high speed turn are stable, and discs that resist turning right even at high speeds are overstable.

What does a puddle top do to a disc?

How Does A Puddle Top Effect Disc Flight? A disc that is concave or "puddle-topped" will have less glide than a flat or domey disc. Generally speaking the more dome a disc has - the more it will glide.

How do I flatten a disk?

boil up some water in the microwave.pour water inside the disc, lay disc bottom up first!let sit til the water is cooled. this well relax the dome a little bit just like this.if flatter is desired repeat 1 through 3 and set a heavy object on top, i use an empty noodle pot type.let cool to room temp.

What is the best way to store disc golf discs?

0:426:51What Are The Best Ways To Store Your Discs? - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipCome with covers. So you can stack them you know you can keep them in a place that's kind of out ofMoreCome with covers. So you can stack them you know you can keep them in a place that's kind of out of sight out of mind. And you know it's really helpful.

1. Death by protest

In mid-December 2017, public officials in Passaic County, New Jersey declared that their plan to build a championship-level disc golf course in Rifle Camp Park was “a dead issue.”

2. Death by housing development

In late January 2018, the Hood River News reported that a plan to transform Morrison Park into a housing project would go forward after months of debate and appeals by community activists. The decision will put an end to this public park in Hood River, Oregon, along with the disc golf course inside it.

Two takeaways

Each of these cases is complicated. Jumping to conclusions, without the full story, is unwise and unhelpful. But at least two key insights emerge from these examples.

What you can do today

There are at least four steps that disc golfers can take when they find their course on the chopping block: Contact, Organize, Reach out, and Educate (CORE).

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