Articles for tag: disc golf, disc golf discs, history

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Calvin Heimburg, professional disc golfer

Breaking Down the Most Copied Disc Molds in History

Disc golf has always been a blend of innovation and imitation. For every mold that genuinely rewrites the playbook, a wave of lookalikes follows. Some are similar by chance. Some are unmistakable clones. And some are so common that players may not realize their favorite disc is descended from a design that shaped the sport ...

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An early disc golf bag by Lightning Discs

The Evolution of Disc Golf Bags: From Utility to Style

The evolution of disc golf bags reflects the growth of the sport itself. What began as a simple way to carry discs has become a category defined by performance, comfort, and personal style. As more players joined the sport and gear expectations increased, disc golf bags transformed from basic carriers into essential equipment that shapes ...

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Chart that shows most of Infinite Discs molds

How Flight Numbers Became a Marketing Tool

Flight numbers in disc golf began as a simple way to describe how a disc behaves in flight. Speed, glide, turn, and fade were designed to help players predict flight paths and select discs that matched their throwing style. But over time, those numbers stopped being purely technical. They became part of how brands sell, ...

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Paul McBeth at the DGPT Championship

2025 DGPT Championship

2025 DGPT Championship Results: Calvin Heimburg and Holyn Handley Take the Titles The 2025 Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship took place last weekend at the Paul McBeth–designed New London Tech and Ivy Hill courses in Virginia. Both the MPO (Mixed Professional Open) and FPO (Female Professional Open) divisions delivered plenty of drama, tight finishes, and ...