Ted Hegemann, Author at Infinite Discs Blog

Straightest Flying Disc Golf Discs

July 1, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

As you stare down the narrow tree-lined fairway, you consider which disc you should be throwing. You need to go a long way down the fairway, without going too far left or right. Too understable and you kick to the right. Too overstable and you’ll fade too early into the trees. What disc do you choose?

Since course designers try to make us throw a variety of shapes, we need a variety of discs. Discs that can turn or fade the way we want help us navigate the obstacles on the course. However, some holes require a straight shot.

In this blog we’ll talk about straightest flying disc golf discs. We’ll discuss when to use them and which ones you can check out if you’re in the market for a straight-flying disc.

What Does ‘Straight-Flying’ Really Mean?

The simple definition of a straight-flying disc is that it doesn’t turn much to the right (RHBH throw) during the fastest part of the flight, and doesn’t fade hard to the left as is slows down. It is the flight you would want to get when faced with a scenario mentioned in the first paragraph.

There is one method of throwing that achieves that desired flight, but includes a decent amount of turn. You might have heard the term ‘flip to flat’. That is where you throw a slightly understable disc, but throw it on a hyzer angle. That way instead of turning to the right, the disc rolls until it is flat, then it holds that straight, flat flight until it starts to slow down.

Why Straight Discs Matter

Straight-flying discs are essential on wooded courses. Although many wooded holes will still require some shot-shaping, there are always times when you just need to keep a straight flight.

In addition to the shots that you just need to go straight, having a straight disc will also help you shape your shots and hit your lines. A straight-flying disc will hold the angle you put it on longer than more overstable or understable molds.

Straight-Flying Putters

A straight-flying putter is one that you can drive or approach with, that is a slower speed and a neutral flight. It won’t have much turn, nor much fade, and it will sit where it lands without skipping.

Here are some examples of some of the most popular straight-flying molds.

Innova Aviar 2, 3, 0, 1

The Aviar is a classic mold from Innova. It has been a popular disc for decades.

Dynamic Discs Warden 2, 4, 0, .5

The beadless Warden is the second putter released by Dynamic Discs over a decade ago. It is one of their straightest discs.

Infinite Discs Tomb 3, 4, 0, 1

The flat-topped Tomb flies straight and is the perfect approach disc for precision shots.

Discmania P2 2, 3, 0, 1

The P2 is an amazing, straight flyer that works for pros and amateurs alike.

Latitude 64 Pure 3, 3, -1, 1

The Pure has a little more turn and fade than other molds on the list. If you can control those, you’ll love how far and straight you can throw a Pure.

Best Straight-Flying Midranges

A midrange with a neutral flight is one of the best discs for shaping shots. If you need a straight flight down a narrow fairway, reach for a straight mid. Need to hold a hyzer/anhyzer? Grab one of the discs below and you’re set.

Discraft Buzzz 5, 4, -1, 1

One of the most popular mid’s in the world, the Buzzz can be thrown hard and will still fly straight. It is available in nearly all Discraft plastic types.

Innova Mako3 5, 5, 0, 0

Several years after Innova released the Mako, they made a slightly different version called the Mako3. It is an amazing mold that can be thrown straight or shaped to meet the demands of the fairway.

Infinite Discs Anubis 5, 5, 0, 0

Infinite Disc’ Anubis will fly long and straight, and gently settle down without fear of big skips or gnarly ground play.

Discmania MD1 5, 6, 0, 0

The MD1 is a new version of the MD that is slightly faster, flatter topped, and can take a little more power. The MD1 will hold as straight as an arrow for as far as you can throw it.

Latitude 64 Fuse 5, 6, -1, 0

Slightly larger than the average disc, the Fuse will hold a line well and have minimal fade.

Best Straight-Flying Fairway Drivers

For longer shots that still need to go straight, a fairway driver would be your best bet. They can be throw flat or at a slight hyzer to achieve a hyzer-flip. With a minimal fade at the end, these molds won’t get a big skip like faster discs.

Discmania FD 7, 6, 0, 1

You’ll find the Discmania FD in the bags of disc golfers of all skill levels. It is one of the best straight-flying fairway drivers.

Innova TL 7, 5, -1, 1

The TeeBird-L (TL) is an easy to control fairway driver that can deliver long straight flights.

Latitude 64 River 7, 7, -1, 1

The River is consistently rated one of the best fairway drivers. Check out the River’s consistent accuracy and high glide!

Axiom Crave 6.5, 5, -1, 1

The first driver in Axiom’s line of discs, the Crave has a lower speed than other discs, but still bombs on straight, long shots.

Dynamic Discs Breakout 8, 5, -1, 1

Described as a slightly understable Escape, the Breakout will fly straight, without sacrificing distance.

Tips for Throwing a Disc Straight

Keep the disc flat, or at a slight hyzer angle for flippier molds, when you release the disc. You may need to slow down your throw so you don’t overpower the disc and turn it over. Get a couple straight molds to practice throwing straight shots, and shaped shots.

Final Thoughts

Most courses have holes that make a long, straight throw necessary. By having a few molds in your bag that fly straight, you’ll be able to attack those holes with confidence. Check out some of the molds listed and spend time practicing with them. You’ll improve your chances of hitting narrow fairways. You’ll also be able to shape your shots for those tricky fairways. Those skills will help shave strokes off your score!

Discraft Mega Glow Zone

June 26, 2025 Ted Hegemann One comment

If you’ve never played a round of disc golf in the dark, you are truly missing out on a fun time! Glow rounds are something different and unique. Watching a glow disc sail through the night air takes disc golf to another level. Seriously, see if your local club has a glow round scheduled. Or just get with some buddies and plan one of your own.

When playing a night round, you’ll need a way to see your discs so you can find them. There are lights that you can attach to your disc. Or, you can get discs made of glow plastic. Shine a UV flashlight on the glow disc, then let ‘er fly!

Good Glow Plastic

There is one thing about glow plastic that you need to know: not all glow discs glow with the same intensity or duration. Fortunately, at least one manufacturer put in the effort to create a glow plastic that rises above the fray. Discraft developed their Mega Glow plastic, and it does not disappoint!

Mega Glow plastic from Discraft shines bright and lasts a long time. That comes in handy because there is nothing worse that having a glow disc lose its glow before you can find it. With Mega Glow, that won’t be an issue.

Mega Glow Zone

In addition to having good glow plastic, it’s also important to get the discs you like to throw that are made in glow plastic. Infinite Discs partnered with Discraft to bring you one of the most popular driving putters on the planet in Mega Glow plastic: the Zone.

The Discraft Zone is now available in the amazing Mega Glow plastic. Infinite only has a limited number of Zones available with this Sample Run in Mega Glow plastic. Get your Zone while they are still available, then plan a night round at your favorite course!

How To Charge

Note: Mega Glow plastic reacts amazingly well with UV flashlights. Simply charge your Zone by shining a UV light for just a couple seconds. You’ll be amazed at how bright it glows and how long it lasts with just a quick charge.

Mega Glow Zone

UV Flashlights

Attachable lights

All Thought Space Athletics On Sale – Plus Discount Code!

June 26, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

How TSA Started

Thought Space Athletics (TSA) is a disc golf brand synonymous with creativity, flair, and cool stamps. Their stamps are nothing short of works of art. However, they didn’t start out selling discs.

TSA dipped its toes in the disc golf world over a decade ago, when founder Aaron Wilmot observed a lack of high-quality, well-designed apparel for disc golfers. He set out to become a brand know for comfort, quality, and amazing designs.

Adding Plastic

After achieving that goal, and making a name for TSA, they decided to make a move to also become a disc golf manufacturer. They took their high standards for quality, and their amazing creativity with them as they began their journey toward producing their own discs.

In 2019, the first mold from TSA was approved by the PDGA, the Mantra. The slightly understable control driver has been a popular mold ever since. Following the Mantra, TSA has been regularly releasing new molds, including drivers, mids, and putters. They have such a variety of discs that you could build an all-TSA bag!

Bonus Discount Code

This week, all TSA molds are on sale! You don’t need any codes for the sale. However, if you are looking for a Construct, Coalesce, or a Synapse, you can use discount code TSA30 to take an ADDITIONAL 30% off. Just enter the code TSA30 when you are checking out, when asked for a discount code. The sale and the discount code end on 6/30. Check out our selection and order your TSA molds today!

MVP New Releases

June 19, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

Brad and Chad Richardson worked for their father at Maple Valley Plastics. While working there, the two brothers had an epiphany. While examining a door handle that was made with a rigid plastic covered with soft rubber, they thought that they could bring the same concept to disc golf. They developed and patented a method of combining an inner core made of one material, with an outer core made from another material. In 2010 MVP Discs was born.

Getting Started

For the first several years they worked in their parent’s barn, before moving to a larger building in 2015. Since then, they have expanded their building, became a household name, and signed some of the most well-known disc golfers on the planet to their team. And they have accomplished all of that in a relatively short time.

Long before James Conrad threw his Signature Envy into the basket to force a playoff in the 2021 World Championship, MVP discs were being thrown at courses around the world. Conrad’s Holy Shot simply cemented MVP’s place in history and introduced their molds to a world audience.

Amazing Growth

Since their early days experimenting with a novel idea, MVP has expanded their brand to include Axiom Discs and Streamline Discs, and a complete catalogue of both overmold and single-mold discs. The brothers are a perfect example of working hard to bring a good idea to fruition.

Infinite will be releasing four MVP/Axiom molds later today. These molds include new plastics and some creative stamps. Let’s check them out!

Fission Trail

10, 5, -1, 1

You might have got a sneak peek at this disc at the PDGA Champions Cup. Now you can pick up one of your own. The triple-foil stamp illustrated by John Dorn represents the many switchbacks one must endure to rise to the top.

Fission plastic utilizes a unique microbubble technology that creates a softer and lighter flight plate, accenting the gyro effect of the disc. It is a great disc that will gives a little turn, and a mellow fade. Perfect for a variety of skill levels.

Get your MVP Fission Trail HERE

Plasma Dimension

14.5, 5, 0, 3

This release is the next Eagle McMahon Team Series disc, the Plasma Dimension. The stamp is the debut for his Synergy Series. The series centers around the concept of duality and harmony. The stamp is illustrated by Green C Studio.

The Dimension is a high-speed, overstable driver that can crush drives in a skilled hand. For intermediate and advanced players, you’ll have the best extreme headwind disc in your bag.

Check out the Plasma Dimension HERE

Prism Neutron Trance

8, 5, -2, 1

The Prism Neutron Trance has made appearances at the last couple OTB Open tournaments. This popular and much requested disc is now available with a stock stamp. It has a Proton rim and a Neutron flight plate.

The Trance has a flight that will help newer players find a lot of distance. It is stable to understable, with a good amount of glide. More experience players can shape the Trace to long, flexing flights, and be able to get late-flight turn.

Check out the Axiom Prism Neutron Trance HERE

Eclipse Insanity

9, 5, -2, 1.5

Another disc that has previously seen the light of day, and the dark of night, is the Eclipse Insanity. It was a special edition release, fitting for Halloween 2021.

The Insanity is a great understable disc that can be used as a turnover disc or a flip-up disc. Not only is it a great disc for your daytime round, you can keep the fun flying high once the sun goes down. MVP has some of the best glow plastic in the business!

Check out the Axiom Eclipse Insanity HERE

Best Disc Golf Approach Discs

June 2, 2025 Ted Hegemann 2 comments

The Best Disc Golf Approach Discs

The disc golf putter is the true workhorse of the sport. It’s the disc you trust for drives off the tee, precision approaches, and that final putt into the basket. While you can throw any disc for any shot, you probably aren’t reaching for a high-speed driver when you’re inside 100 feet. Or putting with a fairway driver (unless it is a tap in or a short putt). The disc golf putter, on the other hand, is a versatile tool that shines in a variety of shot types.

What is an approach disc?

Obviously, any disc golf disc can be used to approach a basket. Since the goal of approaching the basket is to land as close as possible to make your putt as easy as possible, you don’t want to worry about big skips. Using lower speed discs that will sit down easier helps you achieve that goal. That makes putters a great choice for an approach disc. Midrange discs can also be used effectively.

Since most putters are labeled as “putt & approach” discs, it would help to know the difference between a “putting putter” and an “approach disc”. Unfortunately, there isn’t a rule that defines the difference between the two types of discs. Generally speaking, putters used for drives or approach shots are overstable, premium plastics, with more glide than putters used for putts. However, you can always find disc golfers who putt with molds that have the qualities of an ‘approach putter’.

Fortunately, most of the discs on our list would be considered approach putters by a majority of disc golfers, so are effectively looking at the top approach putters. In this blog, we’ll look at three things:

The best-selling approach putters
The highest-rated approach putters
And some of the other approach discs we see on the course.

Let’s go!

Top-Selling Approach Discs

Here are the discs that players can’t stop buying this year:

Highest-Rated Approach Discs

Want to know which discs have the best reputations? According to player ratings, these are the top approach discs:

Popular Approach Discs Seen on Courses

Some discs may not top the sales charts or the ratings, but they’re everywhere on the course. Let’s highlight a few of the classic approach discs that deserve a shout-out:

Innova Gator

The Gator is an overstable, bead-edged beast that thrives in windy conditions and tight lines. It’s technically a midrange, but many players treat it like an approach disc due to its overstability and reliable fade. Plus, it’s a great disc for both backhand and forehand shots.

Check out the Gator HERE

Dynamic Discs Justice

The Justice is about as overstable as it gets. If you need a disc that laughs at headwinds and dumps hard to the left (for RHBH players), the Justice is your friend. It’s perfect for flex lines and sharp doglegs where you need a reliable finish.

Check out the Justice HERE

Innova Aviar

The Innova Aviar has been a staple among disc golfers for decades. It is less stable than many discs on our lists, and more likely to be used as a putting disc. However, many disc golfers love the reliability and feel of the classic disc.

Check out the Aviar HERE

Discraft Zone OS

If you are looking for a disc that can handle a little more arm speed, or you’re throwing into a headwind, the Zone OS should be on your radar. It is beefy enough for the best players, yet it can be used by less experienced players as a utility disc. Even if you already throw a Zone, you’ll find shots that will call for the OS.

Check out the Zone HERE

Latitude 64 Pure

The Pure is an easily shapable putter that many people use as an approach disc. It will hold it’s line on an anhyzer shot, straight shot, or even a hyzer shot, without big skips or massive fades.

Check out the Pure HERE

Discmania P2

The P2 is known for its versatility, especially in different plastics. S-Line P2s are more overstable and great for driving, while D-Line P2s beat in to give a straight, floaty flight. Whether you want a disc that can hold an anhyzer or one that fights back for a hyzer finish, the P2 delivers.

Check out the P2 HERE

The Axiom Envy

The Envy has been a staple in the approach game for years, and it’s no surprise it still ranks among the best. Known for its versatility, the Envy can handle smooth hyzers, straight shots, and even turnovers when beaten in. The popularity of James Conrad’s legendary “Holy Shot” at the 2021 World Championship only boosted its fanbase. Available in a wide range of plastics and colors, the Envy is a must-try for any disc golfer.

Check out the Envy HERE

What’s Your Favorite Approach Disc?

Is your go-to approach disc on the list? Do you have a favorite that we missed? Share your thoughts in the comments below—let’s hear what disc you think is the best approach disc and why!

For more details, check out the best disc golf approach putters in our store, Infinite Discs!

Celebrate Earth Day With Eco-Friendly Discs On Sale!

April 22, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

Use discount code EARTH to save 15% on these earth-friendly plastics. To search by plastic types, use our Advanced Search option by clicking on the search icon, click ‘Advanced Search’, then select the brand you want to search, and choose the ‘Plastic Type’.

Disc golf is a sport that naturally brings us closer to nature. Whether you’re hiking up a wooded fairway, launching a drive across a valley, or just enjoying the sound of chains echoing through the trees, it’s easy to appreciate the great outdoors when you’re out on the course. So it only makes sense that disc golfers want to protect those places we play.

With Earth Day here, there’s no better time to spotlight the disc golf brands that are stepping up for sustainability. More and more manufacturers are turning to recycled materials, earth-friendly plastics, and greener production practices to reduce their environmental impact. And the best part? These discs aren’t just Eco-conscious. They fly just as well as their standard counterparts.

If you’re looking to go a little greener with your gear, here’s a closer look at the companies making it easier to throw responsibly.

Latitude 64

Let’s start with Latitude 64, a disc golf brand based out of Sweden. They’ve introduced a Recycled Line that reuses leftover materials from their regular production runs. These plastics come from misprints, factory seconds, or excess plastic that would otherwise be scrapped.

The result? Durable, great-feeling discs that come in unique, swirly colors due to the mixed plastic. These aren’t your average “Eco” discs. They perform like premium plastic, with a softer feel and slightly more grip. Some players even prefer it!

Popular molds in the Recycled Line include beginner favorites like the Diamond and Pure, making it easy for new players to get started with Eco-friendly plastic.

Bonus points:Latitude 64’s factory runs on 100% renewable energy.

Check out Latitude 64 molds HERE

Dynamic Discs & Westside Discs

Latitude 64’s sustainability efforts don’t stop at their own brand—they extend to their Trilogy partners: Dynamic Discs and Westside Discs. All three brands share production facilities, which means they also share recycled plastic initiatives.

Dynamic Discs offers BioFuzion plastic, a recycled blend made from Fuzion plastic remnants. Similarly, Westside Discs has Tournament Recycled, which does the same with their premium Tournament blend.

These plastics tend to be slightly more understable than the originals, which is actually a plus for many players, especially those still dialing in their form. BioFuzion and Tournament Recycled discs offer high performance, distinctive looks, and a smaller environmental footprint.

Check out Dynamic Discs molds HERE

See our Westside discs HERE

Infinite Discs

The Infinite Discs I-Blend plastic is made from recycled plastics, and it feels amazing! By using recycled plastics, the amount of virgin plastic used is greatly reduced. That reduces the environmental impact associated with manufacturing. Most Infinite molds can be found in I-Blend plastic.

Check out Infinite molds HERE

Discraft

Discraft has been making moves to become more sustainable as well. One of their key initiatives is the use of Recycled ESP plastic. ESP is a blend made by reprocessing scraps and leftover materials from their ESP line.

Discraft’s recycled runs are typically limited releases, so they don’t always stay in stock for long. But when they do pop up, they’re a great way to get a premium feel with a lighter environmental load.

In addition to their plastics, Discraft focuses on reducing waste throughout their manufacturing process. They’ve put a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, minimizing scrap, and repurposing unused materials.

See our Discraft molds HERE

MVP Disc Sports

When it comes to eye-catching design, MVP Disc Sports has always done things a little differently. That creativity extends to their sustainability game, too. Their R2 Neutron plastic line is made from recycled materials, collected from their own production waste.

R2 discs are easy to spot—featuring a sleek black core with white rims. They look sharp, feel fantastic, and fly true. The plastic is soft and grippy, making it a solid choice for putting and approach discs in particular.

Current molds available in R2 Neutron include popular putters like the Envy, Atom, and Nomad. These are all excellent choices if you want to build an Eco-friendly short game.

MVP also owns Axiom and Streamline Discs, and while R2 is currently limited to select molds, it shows their commitment to building sustainable options into their product line.

Check out our MVP molds HERE

Trash Panda Disc Golf

No discussion about Eco-friendly discs would be complete without mentioning Trash Panda Disc Golf! Jesse from Trash Panda started the brand with the goal of making discs completely from recycled plastic. It took a few years to reach the point where he could do it at scale, but he has achieved that goal!

In addition to making and selling tons of discs made from recycled plastic, he also accepts tons (literally) of used discs to grind up and make into new discs! How cool is that! According to the Trash Panda website, they have recycled over 30,000 pounds of plastic. Every facet of their business is about sustainability.

See this Infinite interview with Jesse that occurred while he was still working in his garage, HERE

See what Trash Panda discs are available HERE

Clash Discs

The normal plastic manufacturing process involves the use of petroleum, so Clash Discs came up with an Eco-friendlier alternative. They use plant-based oils to manufacture their Planty line of discs. The discs are still durable and will not biodegrade. The feel of the novel material is similar to Clash’s Steady plastic.

Learn more about Planty from this BLOG

See the line-up of Clash molds HERE

Bernoulli Disc Golf

Bernoulli chooses to combine sustainability with innovation. They look for ways to use recycled plastic and plant-based plastics. Not only is some of the material used in Bernoulli discs plant-based, it also biodegrades! They’ve even found ways to incorporate wood into their plastics.

Check out Bernoulli discs HERE

Eurodisc Disc Golf

Another brand focusing on sustainability and organic plastic is the German Brand, Eurodisc. They make petroleum-free, 100% recyclable plastics that are produced completely using green power. Their organic discs are sturdy and durable, and recyclable!

Check out their line of discs HERE

Doomsday Discs

Even Doomsday Discs, the brand that embraces the inevitable apocalypse, has a plastic that is earth friendly. Their Landfill plastic is made from recycled premium plastics. It costs a little less than premium, but still feels and flies like the best plastics. Landfill plastics won’t prevent the end of the world. But it will make the planet a little cleaner!

Check out our line of Doomsday molds HERE

Ocean Discs

What sets Ocean Discs apart from other brands is their commitment to the planet by makes discs from plastic that was removed from the ocean. Their Ocean Waste plastic lines get 60% of their plastic from waste recovered from the Pacific Ocean. Additionally, they donate a percentage of every disc sold to the Marine Conservation Society. That is a win-win for the ocean!

Check out the complete line of Ocean Waste plastics HERE

Aerobees

The French company Aerobees has a completely biosourced plastic that is aptly named ‘Biosourced’. It is an organic blend material that is made from wheat, corn, and oyster shells. It is all-natural, biodegradable, and renewable. Biosourced plastic feels like regular plastic, and it’s easy on the earth.

Check out the Aerobees Orsus midrange HERE

Other Eco-Conscious Practices

While not every disc is made from recycled plastic, several brands are making progress in other areas of sustainability. For example:

Innova has explored Eco-friendly packaging and has made efforts to reduce energy consumption in their manufacturing process.
Many smaller brands and custom disc dyers are starting to use water-based dyes or biodegradable packaging to reduce their impact.
A few disc golf bag manufacturers are beginning to use recycled fabrics and materials in their products, too. That’s something to keep an eye on!

Shopping Green: Tips for Eco-Friendly Disc Buying

So, how can you be a more environmentally conscious disc golfer? Here are a few simple tips:

Look for recycled plastic labels like R2 Neutron, BioFuzion, I-Blend, Recycled Line, or Recycled ESP.
Buy factory seconds or misprints. Not only are they often cheaper, but they help reduce waste.
Check packaging. Some retailers use Eco-friendly shipping materials—bonus points for compostable mailers or recycled boxes.

Final Thoughts

Disc golf is a game that frequently takes place at a variety of landscapes, parks, and green spaces. Supporting brands that are working to reduce their environmental impact is one small way we can all give back to the sport, and the planet, that gives us so much.

So whether you’re buying your first disc or restocking for tournament season, take a second to see if there’s a recycled or earth-friendly option available. The discs fly great, they look cool, and they might just help keep your favorite course looking great for generations of players to come.

This Earth Day, let’s throw a little greener and play a little cleaner. Use discount code EARTH to save 15% on Earth-Friendly plastics through 4/23. Happy hucking, and happy Earth Day!

Clash Discs’ Planty Plastic

April 18, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

Planty: Clash Discs’ Eco-Friendly Plastic

There’s a disc golf plastic that you might have heard about, and it didn’t come from a barrel of crude oil. Clash Discs has developed Planty, an environmentally responsible material that blends high performance with bio-based innovation. If you’ve ever wished your favorite disc was just a little kinder to the planet—well, you’re in luck.

Exactly What Is Planty?

Planty is Clash’s bioplastic designed specifically for disc golf. Unlike traditional plastics made primarily from petroleum, Planty is derived from plant-based oils. That’s right—this plastic starts in the soil, not in a refinery.

Planty isn’t biodegradable, and that’s a good thing. Biodegradable materials tend to break down too easily, and nobody wants a driver that starts composting halfway through a tournament. Instead, Planty offers the long-lasting toughness you’d expect from any disc golf plastic, with the added bonus of being made from renewable resources.

How Does It Feel?

If you’ve thrown Clash’s Steady plastic before, you already have a good idea of what to expect. Planty closely mirrors Steady’s trusted performance profile, with excellent grip, reliable durability, and just the right touch of flexibility. It is an opaque plastic, somewhat similar to Star plastic.

A Step Toward the Future

Clash has always had an eye on innovation. From unique disc names to different blends of plastic, they’ve never been afraid to try something new. With Planty, they’re taking a bold step toward sustainability without sacrificing performance.

According to Clash, they’ve explored everything from wood fiber to cellulose to get here. After years of testing and tweaking, Planty emerged as the front-runner. It is a modern take on an old material, and it’s ready to take on the demands of the game, and help lead disc golf toward a greener future.

Ready to Go Green?

If you’re the kind of player who appreciates both clean lines and a cleaner world, Planty might just be your new favorite plastic. Head to Infinite Discs to see available molds, and find out what this eco-minded material can do.

Click the links below to see the Clash molds in Planty Plastic.

Berry, Candy, Millet, Vanilla, Wild Honey

Check out all of Clash’s molds HERE

Stop Losing Discs!

April 9, 2025 Ted Hegemann 6 comments

It’s spring time here in northern Utah and the snow levels on the mountains are rising with the temperatures. The warmer weather mean more opportunities for hucking discs. It also means more lost discs. Although I can’t guarantee you’ll stop losing discs in this blog, I’ll give you a couple tips to improve your odds of getting lost discs back.

Regardless of your skill level, if you play enough disc golf you will end up losing a disc (or two. Or ten) Whether the disc ends up in some bushes, a body of water, or even deep snow, many of us end up walking away from a disc on a course. What can we do to improve our chances of getting our disc back?

While there are a few disc golfers, who live by the motto, “Finders, Keepers”, there are many more who will attempt to get the disc back to its original owner. Some of those people will only make the attempt if there is contact information on the disc (as opposed to posting a picture on a local Facebook page.) That leads us to the first tip.

Write Your Contact Info on Your Discs

This simple task of writing your name or some contact information greatly improves your chances of getting your disc back if it gets lost. If you are not comfortable writing your name and/or phone number, consider using an email address. You could also get a Google Voice phone number (which is what I do) that you use exclusively for this purpose, and put that on your disc. Whatever method you use, giving people a way to contact you might make the difference between getting your disc back or not.

Check Your Penmanship

It is frustrating to me when I find a disc that has a number on it, but can’t read the digits. Is that a six, or an eight, or maybe a zero? I don’t want to text a bunch of wrong numbers in my quest to return your disc to you. If you don’t have the most legible penmanship, ask someone else to write your info on your disc. Another convenient option is to buy a rubber stamp with your info on it. Then you can quickly stamp your discs with clear information.

Refresh and Update

Even if you diligently write your contact info on your disc, it will fade over time. That phone number you wrote last year might not be visible, and lead to people having to decipher what your digits are. Take the time at the beginning of the season to check your go-to discs to see how the ink is holding up. You’ll save a disc finder from having to do detective work.

Many people change their phone number when they get a new phone. If you do, remember to update your discs with your new number. It’s a bummer for me to attempt to return a disc with a number on it, only to get the message that a number is no longer in service. Or to have someone reply that it isn’t their disc.

Bye-Bye Bag

Every year, without fail, I see a Facebook post from a disc golfer saying their entire bag got stolen out of their car. Many times, their fellow club members will offer replacement discs, which is good to see. However, avoiding the theft in the first place would be preferable.

By not storing your disc in your car, you reduce the opportunities that a thief has to take your stuff. A lot of people keep their bag in their car all the time, for convenience. If that is the case, lock it in your trunk. If it isn’t visible, it will be less of a temptation for an opportunistic bad guy. Someone could still break into a locked trunk, or even your house, but they are less likely to go to that length for a bag and some plastic.

Keep Your Discs!

After a recent local tournament and league, I found 38 discs in or around a river that runs through the course. I was able to contact the owners of 28 of the discs from the phone numbers on the discs. Those are good stats, in my opinion. And they were made possible because people took the time to write their contact info on their discs. (Another seven got claimed after I posted a picture of the discs on our club Facebook page.) Increase the odds that YOU get your disc back by writing your contact info on your discs!

If you need to replace a lost disc, I know a good place to shop for a new one!

Laws Regarding Found Property

On a side note, I’ve seen a lot of debate about whether or not people make an effort to return discs that they find. Some people, as mentioned above, believe in ‘Finders, Keepers’. Others will make an effort to locate the owners. What are the legal ramifications of keeping a disc?

In Utah and some of the surrounding states, the law requires you to either notify or surrender the disc to law enforcement or a government entity. In the entire history of disc golf, I doubt this has ever happened. (Idaho law states that the item must be over $100 in value, which excludes most discs.) It may be a requirement to surrender a found disc, but those are laws with very little teeth.

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