The first we will talk about is a blunt nosed disc which is modeled much like the Innova Birdie or Polecat. Our model starts out as a 21.2 cm disc, however, after sanding it may be slightly less. This disc, in oak, weighs approximately 208 grams.
And a view of the rear:
Our other putter is modeled with a rounded nose much like the Innova Aero or Aviar. Our model starts out as a 21.7 cm disc, however, after sanding it may be slightly less. This disc, in oak, weighs approximately 188 grams.
And the bottom of this disc:
These discs are great as a trophy for your disc golf events as well as a gift for your favorite disc golfer. We can carve text or graphic images to the disc.
How do they throw?
When I show the discs to my disc golfing friends, this is the first question asked. My answer is, I don't know. Certainly, you could throw them. However, my research indicates a wooden disc golf disc has a very short lifespan when actively used on the disc golf course. I threw the prototype, and it flew about like expected.
I believe that if thrown with some power directly at a tree, the disc will likely break. I also know that if actively used as a putter, constant banging of the chains and basket will scuff up the edge rather quickly.
Additionally, according to the PDGA guidelines for discs, the wooden putter is not legal for play. According to these guidelines, the disc must be made of plastic and cannot exceed 200 grams.
So the disc can't be used for tournament play. Maybe your buddies would object if you used it for casual play. You may be playing with a group that tends to play all rounds like a PDGA event, and adhering strictly to all rules. There is nothing wrong with that, I play with a group like that occasionally. But my regular group is a lot more casual. When my buddies ask me if it is legal, I reply no, but it is cool.
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