Why do we love Disc Golf?

[purediscgolf]

I was just pondering this question and was wondering what you all had to say on the topic. Instead of filling your minds with my reasons I would like to hear yours. After I've heard a few I will weigh in with my thoughts...

Please tell us all in a few sentences why you love Disc Golf.....

Cheers,:cheers:

Andrew Rich
Pure Disc Golf .Com
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[Adam Schneider]

I like watching the discs fly. That's why I really don't care too much about practicing putting; putter flights are boring.

[chris7graham]

I love disc golf for a lot of reasons! # 1 love the sound of the chains
# 2 love to volunteer because I help others to enjoy this sport like I do
# 3 Its addicting
# 4 the thrill of victor
# 5 aces lots of aces

[Ol' Bob]

Why do we love Disc Golf?

Why wouldn't we?

I used to be a pool junkie. I didn't care for pool halls or taverns as much as I loved playing the game. I quit playing pool because of the venues. I always played against my own results. Running the table was more a goal than beating an opponent. Disc golf doesn't even require an opponent, but is no less exacting in its demands for the player. I get the same psychological fix I got with pool, but with better air, better environment, better exercise.

What's not to like?

[emmarose]

disc golf is my way of life. it is my form of meditation. it is a connection to outside and all i love and it is a soul match. it binds my family together. it is time with me and myself and my people. i love to watch my discs fly. it is play.

... every round of golf is a mini lifetime... the trials, the tribulations, the joy, the sorrow, the calm, the sublime, the miracles... every 18 holes has everthing you need...

peace threw disc golf,
emmarose

[luckylaurent]

... every round of golf is a mini lifetime... the trials, the tribulations, the joy, the sorrow, the calm, the sublime, the miracles... every 18 holes has everthing you need...

Brilliant way to put it!


Chris:yay:

[DexterHawk]

I love creating flight...
I love making putts... longer the better...
I love the energy of competition...
I love the inner battle... yeah this part is my favorite!
- Playing against my own ideal, against the course, against how I feel that day, against my expectations, against my experience.

Building my skill set over the past five years has been the best hobby I have ever had... infuriating as it has been from time to time.

Plus I love all of you who have shared the adventure with me!

[ChUcK]

12 years ago I bought a box of Instant Friends- Just Add Disc Golf and the box is still half full.

[emmarose]

... every round of golf is a mini lifetime... the trials, the tribulations, the joy, the sorrow, the calm, the sublime, the miracles... every 18 holes has everthing you need...

Brilliant way to put it!


Chris:yay:

...thank you... i must give credit where credit is due, however, and share that i first connected with this concept when i read golf in the kingdom by michael murphy... this is how chivas irons, the great golf guru, describes a round of golf and it resonated very much with me...

peace,
em

[purediscgolf]

...thank you... i must give credit where credit is due, however, and share that i first connected with this concept when i read golf in the kingdom by michael murphy... this is how chivas irons, the great golf guru, describes a round of golf and it resonated very much with me...

peace,
em

Thanks for the clarification......I knew I had heard that description of a round of golf somewhere before....It turns out I read "Golf in The Kingdom" cover to cover while lounging in a hammock hanging over the Grand Canyon. One of the best afternoons I've ever had accompanied by a great story.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! "Golf in The Kingdom" by Michael Murphy

[Mikk]

I found this to be the most interesting. I never get the same results twice no matter how hard I try. Either mother nature or myself makes a subtle change that creates a different outcome. Plus I get to meet the coolest people ever!!

[Dr. Zaius]

i love the simplicity of the sport. at this stage in my career, my best rounds are the most relaxed. which makes them the most fun.

i also love the comradery, the beautiful outdoors, knowing that i am a part of something unique (and usually positive), and of course the sound of the chains. is there anything better than that?

[Mikk]

AAAhhhhhh yes the sound of chains!!!

[Tim]

I like throwing frisbees, but nobody wants to play catch with me.

[sillybizz]

Because it's fun.

[Ol' Bob]

Nobody wants to play catch with Tim, and that's fun? You're mean, Thomas. You go play some catch with Tim right now, or go to your room!

[sillybizz]

nobody wants to play catch with tim, and that's fun? You're mean, thomas. You go play some catch with tim right now, or go to your room!

I don't wanna!!!

[Joshua Olmsted]

I played ball golf from the age of 5 and I grew to love that sport immensely, I loved the solitude and self-competition, I loved the nature and the never-ending challenge. Then I found disc golf at the age of 13, at first I played both sports and enjoyed them equally. Eventually though I found out that there were disc golf tournaments and as soon as I discovered the DG community I completely left ball golf forever, the relaxed environment and the relationships I formed were invaluable, the consistent friendly competition helped me to push and grow my own game every year. Couple that with an even richer and more varied set of environments in which I could play disc golf, from majestic mountain peaks to deserts to dense luscious evergreen forests and I can't imagine returning to the more expensive, less sustainable cousin of disc golf.

[Nichola]

Disc golf never gets boring every time I get out to play. I like to feel the thrills of making awesome drives or puttings. I like to give encouragements to my friends or competitors. Playing disc golf helps me to relieve the stress and being in contact with the nature. I am so glad that I discovered this awesome sport several years ago, and if I haven't, I will never meet those awesome people that I have played with!! :rockon:

[Uhlman]

Disc golf keeps me active. I suffered a stroke 4 years ago, and disc golf has helped keep me active at a level my body can handle. Two of the biggest things about stroke recovery are there are things you cannot do as well as you could before your stroke and that your body will never fully recover. With disc golf, I do not have the I’m not as good as I was issue as I didn’t play disc golf before I had my stroke. Disc golf uses the damaged part of my brain making it repair itself and create new neural pathways...
...And it's a lot of fun.

[XandorF]

I like watching the discs fly. That's why I really don't care too much about practicing putting; putter flights are boring.

oh man, you're missing out. theres nothin more beautiful than a 40+ ft putt that just seems to go in slow-mo right for the chains.... mmmm

[emmarose]

^^^^^

... disc golf... good for body and soul... i love it!!!

peace,
em

[Ol' Bob]

Nothing better for cutting down on strokes.

[prospect]

I like throwing stuff at stuff...

[Ken Smith]

Although I play intermittently, on rare occasions it's great to be in a zone and play more effortlessly. Primarily, I love making long putts. It's just a clean and precise feeling. Although executing is my challenging, I love DG when I can execute a few shots that I plan on doing. Good thread.

[DexterHawk]

I thought of another one...

That throw... you know the one... that really sweet one you threw the other day when you were playing with your pals... that one you see when you close your eyes on a sunny day... the one that is calling you back to the chains.

[runnaman]

I thought of another one...

That throw... you know the one... that really sweet one you threw the other day when you were playing with your pals... that one you see when you close your eyes on a sunny day... the one that is calling you back to the chains.

This ^^^^

I know exactly what you're talking about.

[Joshua Olmsted]

In addition to all my other reasons, I'll add that I began to realize how important disc golf was to me after having to take several extremely long hiatuses and discovering that after a few weeks without DG I begin to dream, day-dream, obsess and carry discs around at all times even if I can't throw every day. Down here in Central America I've literally taken to throwing discs through urban city streets out of desperation and a sheer desire to simply see a disc fly. Man, do I miss DG!

[Burge]

Those fleeting moments when you release that 60' putt and you know the instant it leaves your hand that it's going in. You stand there, silent, calm, at peace with the world...there's no coaxing yells of "Get in there" or "C'mon" because you can see its destiny: dead center chains. You feel more connected with that disc...that hole...the game. Your clutch save of a deuce becomes worthy of reminiscence by your friends every time you approach that basket.

Good times...:rockon:

[Burge]

In addition to all my other reasons, I'll add that I began to realize how important disc golf was to me after having to take several extremely long hiatuses and discovering that after a few weeks without DG I begin to dream, day-dream, obsess and carry discs around at all times even if I can't throw every day. Down here in Central America I've literally taken to throwing discs through urban city streets out of desperation and a sheer desire to simply see a disc fly. Man, do I miss DG!

Before there were such things as 'baskets', the game was played on 'object' courses. You should do the same. Pick a target, a lamp post, a garbage can, a tree, 250', 500', wherever. Then, just throw. You could probably pick a series of targets and play the same 'course' each time. You might even get some locals interested in the game. You could be the person that brings Disc Golf to C.A. :yay:

...live your passion and others will be inspired to do so as well.

[purediscgolf]

I love Disc Golf for the competitive fire it fuels inside me. The Butterflies in my stomach when a shot becomes suspenseful. The calm that comes over when you are completely focused. The moment of solitude as you dig your feet into the earth. The pressure filled shots that turn good rounds into something more special.

Individual expectations fuel competition at every level. Whether it's shooting for a personal best, or striving to be the best, differing backgrounds, lifestyles, age, class etc are equalized instantly by plastic and metal.

I was part of a 9 Hole Playoff with Devin Cordell this weekend at the North Umpqua Invitational. We went back and forth with many huge putts and a few errant shots to shoot -5 and -4 respectively. Our impromptu "Final 9" was only witnessed by a lucky few. Whistler's Bend was in prime condition and showed with some great scores. I'm honored to hold the "Triple Crown" and an undefeated season at my favorite course in the world. Thanks for a great event Josh!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P60oMTJNIGE:trophy:

[Altitude Disc Golf]

In addition to the many other reasons given, here is another I love:

I love being in the outdoors. Golf has nice manicured courses, but fail to capture the beauty of the natural landscape. Most discgolf courses are built into the landscape without manipulation. Its a great way to get out and enjoy the earth's beauty while having fun.

[Bullseye Disc Golf.com]

Got to play a casual round a couple months ago with Tyler Christensen and Tim Skellenger. It's a lot of fun to play with and watch 2 guys who hit the disc as hard as they do.

When we got done it occurred to me that part of what makes playing disc so much fun is the "violence" of it. Tee shots are as violent as you want it to be. It's very cathartic and therapeutic to beat the crap out of your discs.

Unlike contact sports like boxing, karate, cage fighting, etc, disc golf allows players to hit has hard as they want and no one gets hurt.

[Ol' Bob]

At my age, it's more like a friendly wave.

BTW, it wasn't that long ago that I ripped a pectoral muscle loose from my sternum. You CAN get hurt. The whole right side of my chest and my right arm to the elbow were purple the next day. It cost 50 feet from my drive that I never got back. I wasn't even trying to be violent.

[BeeDee]

Chains are my favorite sound.

[nwdeafdiscgolfer]

hmmm interesting...people keep saying about hearing the chains.....I wish I could hear it but sadly I cant...I am born Deaf disc golfer for about ten years. but what I love about disc golfing is theres no one to nag at you at any courses!!!! all positive engerys, meeting cool people...be around tree that let us live! I do enjoy seeing someone scream saying got ACE or BIRDIE in hundred feet...what I love about disc golfing is that its sooo cool seeing the disc flying!!! watching them fly in many different directions. Disc Golfing Rules!!

[Ol' Bob]

Though I'm a hearing person, I'm far more visually tuned in. But deep down, I'm a mechanic, and involved on the bodily tactile level. Getting it to work the way I want is a driving desire. Seeing a shot be the one I thought I was throwing means a lot. When a shot goes in, but it went on the other side of that tree from where I aimed, it just don't give me my ya-yas. I'll tell you this, though, too often the sound of center chains is a heart-breaking lie.