I’ve been playing disc golf for about a year now, and one thing I keep seeing is people talking about how old Discmania discs from the Innova days were better than what’s available today.
It got me curious about how much discs have actually changed over the years. Are there certain molds that fly noticeably differently now compared to older runs, even though they have the same name and advertised flight numbers? Or is some of it nostalgia, plastic differences, and run-to-run variation?
It also got me thinking about how personal preferences change over time. When I first started playing, my brother told me his favorite disc was a Star TeeRex and said that once I got better, I should get one. Eventually, I did, but honestly, I didn’t love it as much as I expected to. 😂 Maybe it was my skill level, maybe it was the particular run, or maybe it just wasn’t for me.
That got me wondering how much of the hype around certain older discs comes down to the actual flight versus the memories and experiences people associate with them.
I’d love to hear about other manufacturers and molds, too! Whether it’s old Discmania, Innova, Discraft, MVP/Axiom, or anyone else.
What are some interesting examples of discs that have changed over time? Are there older runs that people still hunt for because they fly differently or are just that good? And are there molds you grew to appreciate only after your game improved?
I’m relatively new to the sport, so I’d love to hear the history, stories, and general disc golf lore from people who’ve been around longer. Give me some rabbit holes to go down!

I recently tried a different backhand grip and it seems to have greatly reduced the amount of wobble i get. It took me from 5-6 average to around 1.6.

What impact does wobble have on the flight?

With the season finally over, besides roster mania, I’m left waiting for the next season to begin to get my pro disc golf fix in. That being said, both the open at Austin and the power ball cup will be held in Austin next year, but they haven’t announced the venues. With both being 4 day venues, do you think both tournaments will be split between Harvey Penick and sprinkle valley? Austin doesn’t really have any other championship level courses that would translate well to crowds and tv.

I recently started playing disc golf with some friends who are also rookies (we are all early 60’s, oh and a kid early 20’s). I think I have done 7 rounds so far in less than 2 months.

I bought a few Innova starter sets from Dick’s Sporting Goods. I recently found someone’s disc (Big Tex) and it is maybe 10X better than what I throw. So now I am thinking of upgrading. Do I need to take into account that I am left-handed when buying discs. If I buy a “drifts right” disc will it drift left for me?

PS: we hit par a few times today - none of us have done a hole in under par…yet- but we absolutely love it.

PPS: unhappy snake today under a log someone stepped on…

Mine are these custom LSWT Bot Tomahawk FDs for William Hill (Insta: bill77hill). Edition of 30.

Drew this today, thought it was cool! Let me know your thoughts too

I got a voicemail today from someone who found one of my lost discs on a course that I didn't recognize. I called back and this super nice guy said he found my disc during his round and wanted to return it. Since I've never heard of the course and haven't lost a disc recently, I asked him which course/disc was it. Now I'm from New England and when he said it was a course in New Orleans and it was a disc I had lost years ago, I nearly died laughing. My lost discs are more traveled than I am because I've never been to Louisiana.

The only disc I can forehand is the resistor. I can do most other lines on a backhand but if I need something to fly straight and then crash and skip, there's genuinely none better.

Anyone throwing an all Prodigy bag? I've never thrown a single Prodigy disc in 27+ years. I'm thinking I might build out a full Prodigy bag for next season, just for something completely new and different. I've been mostly MVP for last 9 years, but been playing with a mixed bag including stuff from HOD, Discraft, Millennium, Gateway, the last two years.

General info: I can throw 350'-375' RHBH. I'm 45. Arm speed slowing down. I like my discs a touch lighter - 165-167g in star style plastics - K1, Gold, Neutron, etc.

My current bag has the Lots, Saint, Tesla, CD1, River, Matrix, Hex, Entropy, Envy in it. I like the smaller diameter discs. I played Wave, Tesla, Inertia, Servo, Matrix, Entropy, Atom for years.

The star Gorgon feels terrible in my hand. But that -2 turn up in elevation is “chefs kiss” beautifully straight. But the feel makes me throw it inconsistent enough to not enjoy the disc. Trails are still pretty stable up here. So don’t say beat in trail, I’ve had the same one for 2 years. I got one in the bag, and I like different discs in the bag. I also have an osprey. So please disc golf community, recommend a disc that is like a Gorgon. That’s not a Gorgon or a beat in trail. Happy hump day!

I need to stop buying discs, but they're so pretty. So, I'm looking for an excuse to buy a few more discs.

I'm trying to downsize and put together my "Perfect 20 Bag", mostly for technical woods, I don't see 600' fields very often, and I'm an old man, so I've benched my Destroyers and Waves for now. I don't like benching my Crave. Or my Harp. Or my Leopard3. Or my Rhythm. Or my old TL3. I'm bad at this, I need your help.

I'd love some incredibly judgmental feedback about my current twenty bag. I feel like I've got most everything covered, but suggest some upgrades, trash on my favorite discs, point out my ignorance.

Putters & Approach

• Kastaplast Berg (K1 Soft) [1 | 1 | 0 | 2]Toss and Sit/ Log Toss

• Latitude 64 Keystone (Zero Hard) [2 | 5 | -1 | 0] My Putter

• Axiom Envy (Plasma) [3 | 3 | 0 | 2] Overstable Putter Driver

• Discraft Zone (ESP FLX) [4 | 3 | 0 | 3] Overstable Sit Approach

Midranges

• Discraft Buzzz (ESP) [5 | 4 | 0 | 1] Laser Low Midrange

• Axiom Pyro (Neutron) [5 | 4 | 0 | 2.5] Overstable Laser Midrange w/hook

• Axiom Hex (Fission) [5 | 5 | -1 | 1] Neutral Glidey Midrange

• MVP Relay (Cosmic Neutron) [6 | 5 | -2 | 1] Understable Fairway Mid

Fairway Drivers

• Axiom Crave (Eclipse Proton) [6.5 | 5 | -1 | 1] Stable Laser Fairway Driver

• Innova TeeBird (Champion) [7 | 5 | 0 | 2] Overstable Field Driver

• Latitude 64 River (Opto) [7 | 7 | -1 | 1] Glidey Meandering Fairway

• Discraft Z XL (Ancient Z Line) [8 | 5 | -1 | 1] Long Straight Fairway Driver

• Trash Panda Ozone (Crocs) [8 | 6 | -3 | 1] Lofty Understable Fairway Driver

Control Drivers

• TSA Votum (Aura) [8.5 | 5 | 0 | 2] Stable Driver Is Nice

• Legacy Enemy (Metal Flake) [9 | 3 | 0 | 4] Overstable SuperMeathook

• MVP Tesla (Fission) [9 | 5 | -1.5 | 2] Primary RHFH Distance Control Driver

• Innova Valkyrie (Champion) [9 | 4 | -2 | 2] Understable Open Flex Driver

Distance Drivers

• Axiom Defy (Fission) [10 | 4 | 0 | 3] Long Overstable Headwind Distance Driver

• MVP Trail (Neutron)( [10 | 5 | -1 | 1] Default Neutral Distance Driver

• Innova Mamba (Halo) [11 | 6 | -5 | 1] - Max Understable / Woodland Roller

I have been doing this for a while, but never hurts to get the opinions of other players.
Am I missing something I havent thought about?

I throw RHBH only. Very rarely some short forehands with the Pyro or a FD3.

My grip limits the use of anything faster than 11 speed, just an FYI.

For putting I have two Pixels.

Thanks!

I have never used reddit before but i need help right now. My favorite disc has been lost super high in a tree and I need someone to help me identify the disc because i never payed attention to it.

i've played since March, started with the basic/generic Innova starter pack, and found that I couldn't throw worth a crap. Got a little advice, did some research, watched tons of videos, and can now reach 250ft, but I'm not striving to shoot 300ft or more. I am glad to be accurate and not chasing plastic in the woods.

This is my whole bag, only got the trail because I wanted to see if my limit was me or the discs, well, its me. So I've resigned to only carrying the Bokeh, the BuzzzSS and a Luna.

If I can get my form to be better I'm sure I can get to 300, but I have no plans to be a touring pro, I just don't want to be an embarrassment to others I play with. I'm not a young buck and certainly not a skinny guy, so as a beginner, how sad is my bag?

i know i dont need the hex AND claymore but i prefer the hex and the claymore is sentimental. the three pilots are all different plastics and i keep all 3 mostly just to make my bag feel less empty.

what should i get next? im actually pretty happy right here but figured why not lol

Does anyone know when the maintenance on their site will be done? Might have been waiting until the last minute to sign up for an event and hoping registration is still open when they come back online

Hey everyone! I posted the custom chalk bag my wife made me a while back, and since it got so much love, she’s seriously considering opening an Etsy shop!
I love mine because it’s super unique and completely refillable. Before she takes the leap, we wanted to gauge interest what would you reasonable pay for a custom, refillable chalk bag? Would love to hear your thoughts!"
As well as any other ideas who’s guys might have for handmade disc golf accessories!

Been playing for a few weeks now and kind of went crazy with getting discs. I really love those mid range as I feel like I can throw them the best and they do what I want. I have a couple of specific ones with the archangel which I can throw well on a specific hole that needs some long turn. I max out at around 320ft with the IT and Cicada.

Im playing in my first distance comp soon and would like tips on what to do, im in MA2 currently can throw consistently 450+ ft with my 175g Q-Line DD1, farthest ever throw was 501ft without any S pattern on flat.

i get 5 Throws, the 5 im planning on throwing are a 171g dd1 q-line, my 175g dd1, a 169g q line cloudbreaker, a 171g trespass, and either a original 173 g timelapse not retooled or a 175g dd3 q line

i can get around 440+ with all of the discs, but any tips for just going for straight distance

Today it happened after starting discgolf 4 months ago!

My local 9-hole course in the woods with trees and mandos everywhere. My PB before this was +2 on this course. I got 3 birdies, 5 pars and 1 bogey! Really happy with this because ive gotten addicted to this game.

Sidenote, what stable/overstable discs 7-10 speed would you recomend?

Can’t get my reach back low for the life of me, my arm always drifts up, feel like it’s because my hips are opening too early and i’m not getting a proper coil, hoping someone can spot something i’m not, been a real fustration

Interesting! Both CloudFlare customers with the same BRB error message.

I got an etsy shop to modify their cup holder print to fit in the corner of my disc bag. This helps to hold extra water bottles for my GF when she comes play and maybe a can of insect repelant. It also helps keep my disc upright because I dont carry enough to fill up the bag completely. I think it is pretty cool.

Two free daily games, 6 guesses each. One is a touring pro, one is a disc. No account needed.

https://disc.market/games

Fair warning, some days are rough. How'd you do?