Improving At Disc Golf

practicing disc golf driving to improve

One of the question I hear asked a lot when there is someone new to a disc golf group is, how long have you been playing disc golf? I’ve often asked that question and have been asked it many times myself. It’s fun and interesting to learn how and when people started playing. It’s also interesting to see people’s skill level based on how long they have been playing, and what they are doing to improve at disc golf.

Some people have impressive amounts of skill, even though they haven’t been playing long. Others are at about the level we would expect them to be, based on how long they have been playing. There are a couple reasons why there might be a difference. First, some people just have more athletic ability than others. Second, the courses and people we play with can influence how much and how rapidly we grow. Third, some people want to get better while others are content to just play at their current skill level.

Survey From Remix Outdoors

How does your growth and skill level compare to others? Our friends at Remix Outdoors shared the results of a survey they conducted among disc golfers which shows the average driving distance and the length of time playing for survey participants. This gives us an idea where our skills match up with others who have been playing as long as us.

disc golf distance survey results

 

According to the survey, after starting out as a beginner, the average disc golfer doubles their driving distance in just six months. Then the average distance gains slow quite a bit. The longer we play, the more difficult to add distance to our drives. I’ve seen this trend among a lot of disc golfers that I know. Although the arc seems accurate, the distances seemed a little lower than I’ve seen.

I would have guessed that the average disc golfer would have picked up a little more distance in the first year or so. After people learn the basics of form, quite a lot of growth can occur. Then the progress might slow down. Even so, the growth/plateau arc is close to what I’ve seen a lot. Is there something we can do to speed up the growth?

Improving at Disc Golf

There are several methods we can use to improve our skills in disc golf. Some cost money but most are free. They all involve investing time to improve our skills.

Watch Youtube Videos

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One of the great benefits of social media is that people with a lot of knowledge can impart that knowledge to the masses easily and cheaply. There are many disc golf coaches who post videos that walk you through every aspect of disc golf. Watching the videos, doing the drills, and following suggestions can help us improve our skills. We can see every detail of good form, then work to implement that form for ourselves.

That method of improving does have a few drawbacks though. First, not everyone learns just by watching a video. Some need to be told how to make our body do the moves in the videos. We might assume we are doing what is suggested in the video, but really just creating new bad habits. Which leads us to the second drawback: A video can’t give feedback. Unless we know we are using proper form, we can’t really correct our issues. Which leads us to the second method we can use to improve:

Take Video of Our Form

If you watch good tutorials you can get a good mental image of what proper form looks like. If we then record and watch ourselves doing the same moves, we can compare our form to the proper form to see what areas we need to work on. This still requires us to be able to make changes to the way our body moves, which may or may not be easy for us. That is where the last improvement method comes into play:

Get Some Coaching

cartoon image of a coach

Having a knowledgeable coach watch our form and give immediate feedback, including ways we can correct any issues we’re having, is a great way to speed up the learning curve. This takes more than just pointing out problem areas. This means finding someone that can teach us how to change our muscle memory and lay the foundation for good form and good habits.

When it comes to coaching, there are several options. Some coaches have monthly subscriptions that include video form reviews. Others offer single lessons with feedback. If you are lucky enough to have a good teacher in your club, you can get some one-on-one coaching or maybe some feedback if you’re playing a casual together.

Practice!

Regardless of the method you choose to improve your skills, if you don’t plan time for practice, you are making the road to getting better a hard one. I mean, even the pros practice. We need that body/brain connection on a regular basis to cement the neural pathways so we can duplicate the correct form on a regular basis. Practice!

What is YOUR experience with driving distance vs Experience?

As I said in the before, the general trajectory I’ve frequently seen with new players fits nicely with the results of the survey by Remix Outdoors. How we fall on the scale and how fast we want to advance is up to us.

How about you? How fast did you gain distance? Are you taking steps to improve your disc golf game?

Fastest Growing Disc Golf Brands of 2023

Lone Star Disc Fast Growing Sponsor 2023

2023 is over and we’re having some fun looking at the numbers. Overall, our direct retail sales were down significantly in 2023 compared with 2022, but there are some disc golf brands that saw an increase in sales.

These were the fastest growing disc golf brands of 2023:

Brand
2023 Sales Growth
ABC 152.75%
Clash Discs 119.47%
Doomsday Discs 73.57%
Goliath Discs 69.44%
Kestrel 64.10%
Disc Golf UK 43.33%
Black Zombie 40.63%
Lone Star Disc 29.17%
XCom 28.51%
Axiom 15.26%
Latitude 64 7.12%
Guru Disc Golf 5.74%
MVP 4.47%
Birdie Disc Golf Supply 0.25%

Most of these brands are relatively small, so an increase from 100 to 152 discs sold isn’t particularly remarkable. ABC Discs primarily increased in sales because, well a few of their molds actually existed and were available for in 2023 when only one did in 2022.

Some major disc golf brands did experience sales growth even during a market downturn.

MVP’s Growth in Market Share

MVP and Axiom discs saw significant increases in 2023. Our Axiom sales increased by 15% and MVP grew by 4.5%. This growth is all the more impressive considering that, for a large part of the year, their most popular molds, especially the best-selling MVP Glitch, were often out of stock. The MVP family of disc brands really is the only brand that we still cannot keep in stock at will. Every time we attempt to make a restock order, the MVP order form remains very limited, and their fulfillment is not exactly next day.

The signing of Simon Lizotte last season appears to have been a hugely successful decision. All of the Simon Line discs have performed remarkably well this year, and we even had people camping out in front of Infinite Discs in hopes of getting one of our limited edition Timelapse discs.

MVP hype is the real deal right now, especially with so much competition in disc golf manufacturing. The combination of unique discs using Gyro Technology, along with the notable signing of the most popular professional disc golfer in the world, seems to have created a perfect storm of marketing excitement. Additionally, the most exciting and improbable win in the history of the disc golf World Championship, achieved by MVP-sponsored player James Conrad, certainly doesn’t hurt the brand.

These were the top-selling MVP and Axiom Discs of 2023.

Simon Lizotte MVP

Disc Golf Brands to Watch in 2024

In terms of the fastest-growing brands, Clash and Doomsday are definitely ones to watch as they saw the largest jump in sales in 2023.

Clash Discs

Clash Discs implemented an aggressive marketing strategy, including major sponsorships of professional disc golfers, tournaments, and advertising campaigns. Despite being one of the priciest brands in disc golf, their investment appears to have been worthwhile. Clash now boasts a full line of discs and has introduced several limited edition sets and completely unique double-mold plastic variations exclusive to this brand. Our Clash sells (on discs alone and not including any of the sets) more than doubled in 2023 where we saw a 119% increase.

It remains to be seen whether this trend will continue or if the Clash hype was just a temporary fad. It appears that Clash is reducing its sponsorships of professional players this year. Although Clash Discs are indeed premium and of the highest quality, it is uncertain whether buyers will continue to choose this brand when they can purchase discs from other brands at a significantly lower cost.

Doomsday Discs

With their distinctive apocalyptic branding, unique disc designs, and efforts to foster a disc golf community, Doomsday experienced significant growth in 2023. They introduced a variety of new molds across their disc lines produced worldwide and now boast 24 different discs either announced or in production. Doomsday offers an intriguing selection of unconventional “weird” discs that attract attention to the brand, as well as a stable array of affordable, mainstay discs for regular play. With their unique offerings, Doomsday’s sales impressively increased by 73% in 2023!

Similar to Clash, a large part of Doomsday’s growth stemmed from the addition of many new discs to their lineup. As the pace of introducing new discs eventually slows, it will be interesting to see if Doomsday’s popularity continues, or if the brand is attracting mainly one-time customers more interested in experimenting with their unique disc designs.

Lone Star Discs

Lone Star was our fastest growing brand of 2022. They started 2023 strongly but experienced a slight decline towards the middle of the year. They have now become one of the larger brands in disc golf, offering a full line of discs with 38 different Lonestar molds available for sale.

On the year, Lone Star was our #8 selling brand overall. This graph shows Lone Star’s sales ranks among all disc golf brands we sell by month in 2023.

Lone Star Sales Rank

Their aggressive “team” growth at the end of 2022 undoubtedly had an impact, but it seems that their PR image has also suffered as a result. Many believe that by allowing almost anyone to join, that the costs for team members outweigh the benefits of sponsorship. Additionally, their professional team has taken a hit with the departure of key players such as Emerson Keith, Chandler Kramer, and Lisa Fajkus, who have moved on to other sponsors.

Despite the claims in their commercials, there have been numerous complaints about the quality and consistency of Lone Star’s plastic production. This negative PR has slowed the rapid growth we saw from Lone Star in 2022. It appears that Lone Star may have grown a little too quickly.

Latitude 64

Latitude 64 also demonstrated impressive sales growth of 7.12%. This is notable with as big as a brand as Latitude 64 already is and as much market share that they have. The outstanding performance of Kristin Tattar, the premium plastic lines, and it’s reputation as the most professional disc golf manufacturer undoubtedly played a crucial role in maintaining the prominence of this major disc golf brand.

In the past Dynamic Discs has been our top selling trilogy brand but this year, Latitude 64 regained the top spot and was our 6th best selling brand overall.

Conclusion

Disc golf’s landscape is always shifting, shaped by its pro scene and the strong opinions of players and fans alike. The influence of the professional scene, sponsored players, and grassroots brand perception is more pronounced in disc golf than in almost any other industry.

Today we spotlight the disc golf brands that surged in 2023, but keep your eyes peeled for a potential shake-up as 2024 unfolds. Will the new sponsorships of Gannon Buhr and Eagle McMahon catalyze significant growth for their respective sponsors, or will 2024 witness minimal shifts in the disc golf industry? Time alone will reveal the outcome.

Photos courtesy of DGPT

Monthly Top Selling Discs – September 2023

TOP-SELLING DISCS OF September, 2023

Welcome to the top-selling discs report! At the beginning of each month, we will take a look back at the previous month to calculate which discs sold the best. You have a chance to win a $20 gift card each month if you correctly guess a certain spot for the next month (see below for more details).

Each month, we look at the top 50 disc sales data for mold AND plastic-type to see which disc rose to the top. Due to this, it is possible that a single model could show up on the list several times, each representing a different plastic type. This also helps us to know which disc in which plastic are the most popular among our customers.

Here is the breakdown of the top 50 molds from September 2023 at Infinite Discs:

#1 – MVP Neutron Soft GLITCH
#2 – Innova Star ROLLO
#3 – Discraft Elite Z 2023 BUZZZ
#4 – Discmania S-Line DD
#5 – Innova Star DESTROYER
#6 – Innova Star WRAITH
#7 – Infinite Discs D-Blend X-out ALPACA
#8 – Innova R-Pro PIG
#9 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend MAYA
#10 – Innova GStar DESTROYER
#11 – Axiom Neutron HEX
#12 – Finish Line Discs Forged RALLY
#13 – Infinite Discs D-Blend ALPACA
#14 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend AZTEC
#15 – Axiom Eclipse 2.0 INSANITY
#16 – Infinite Discs I-Blend SPHINX
#17 – MVP Neutron WAVE
#18 – Innova Glow Halo Champion FIREBIRD
#19 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend EMPEROR
#20 – Latitude 64 Royal Grand GRACE
#21– Innova DX LEOPARD
#22 – Infinite Discs I-Blend X-out EMPEROR
#23 – Latitude 64 Gold Orbit DIAMOND
#24 – Infinite Discs Luster C-Blend PHARAOH
#25 – Innova Gtar WRAITH
#26 – Latitude 64 Opto RIVER
#27 –Axiom Eclipse 2.0 ENVY
#28 –  Innova GStar MAMBA
#29 – Clash Discs Steady WILD HONEY
#30 – Discraft Z Glo BUZZZ
#31 – Infinite Discs I-Blend PHARAOH
#32 – Axiom Fission CRAVE
#33 – Infinite Discs Swirly S-Blend SPHINX
#34 – Thought Space Athletics Ethereal SYNAPSE
#35 – Innova Champion EAGLE
#36 – Thought Space Athletics Nebula Aura PATHFINDER
#37 – Discraft Signature ESP ATHENA
#38 – Innova GStar MAMBA
#39 – Discraft ESP BUZZZ
#40 – Clash Discs Steady VANILLA
#41 – Discmania Horizon S-Line FD1
#42 – Discraft Z Fly Dyed BUZZZ
#43 –Clash Discs Steady SODA
#44 – Innova GStar SHRYKE
#45 – Latitude 64 Opto PEARL
#46 – Prodigy 300 Firm PA-3
#47 – Thought Space Athletics Nerve MUSE
#48 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend X-out PHARAOH
#49 – Wing It Disc Golf Lift STRATOSPHERE
#50 – Innova Star TEEBIRD

*All this data comes from Infinitediscs.com sales ONLY

Latitude 64 sales have been increasing, most likely due to the incredible success of one of their sponsored pro players, Kristin Tattar! You can see here that the following molds found their way into the top 50 last month: Grace, Diamond, River, and Pearl. If you haven’t had a chance to try any of the Latitude line up, make sure you give one of these popular molds a throw!

Another interesting piece of data pulled from last months sales is the popularity of the Pharaoh. We have the Pharaoh listed here three different times in three different popular plastics! We have recently been restocking a lot of Infinite molds, and we see that you are all happy to have these regulars back in stock!

The NEW Innova Rollo made it to our #2 spot! We were very interested in the mold designed specifically for roller shots! Several of our employees go out and try it for themselves. Many of them liked it, and may easily put it into their bag! We highly encourage you give the Rollo a try if you want a mid-range roller or if you don’t have the arm speed for a more overstable midrange.

Here is how many times each brand appeared in the line up:

 

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The Guessing Game

Every month you’ll be able to place your guess for a certain spot on the chart for the next month. The first person to guess the disc and plastic type correctly for the named chart position will win a $20 gift card for the Infinite Discs online store.

PLACE A GUESS for next month. If you can by the first to guess the #3, #27, #39 spot for September then you can be a winner. Leave your guess in the comments on this blog.

Thanks! See you next month

What impact does a World Championship have for a disc golf brand?

Prodigy Pros Celebrate Isaac Robinsons Win

With Isaac Robinson recently winning the PDGA Disc Golf World Championships, I was curious to see if we would see an impact on Prodigy Disc sales. I ran the numbers to see if there was any kind of noticeable difference for Prodigy sales during, and immediately following the PDGA World Championships.

Prodigy sales by week during Worlds

Analyzing sales data from August and September reveals a noteworthy trend. During and immediately following Robinson’s World Championship win, there is a noticeable increase in the sales percentage of Prodigy Discs. This percentage more than doubled in comparison to the days preceding the World championships. For the week of August 17th – August 24th Prodigy sales accounted for just 2.04% of all InfiniteDiscs.com disc sales.

On September 3rd, Prodigy Discs accounted for 4.87% of total InfiniteDiscs.com disc sales, marking a substantial uptick from the earlier weeks. This surge continued into the week following the World Championships, with Prodigy Discs maintaining an average sales percentage of approximately 5.89% from September 8th to September 14th.

Percentage of Prodigy Sales by Day

However, it’s essential to put this increase in context. The Prodigy Disc sales surge cannot be solely contributed to the World Championship win. There was a surge in Prodigy sales during the World Championships, before the outcome and winner was determined.

Prodigy has consistently emphasized its marketing efforts through professional players. It’s reasonable to assume that a significant portion of Prodigy’s fan base also enjoys following professional disc golf competitions, and simply tuning in to watch the World Championships may have ignited a desire among customers to acquire their favorite discs. Moreover, the stellar performances of other Prodigy-sponsored pros, Alden Harris and Gannon Buhr, both securing top-10 finishes, undoubtedly added to the overall excitement surrounding Prodigy throughout the week. These Prodigy Pros signature disc sales will likely rise as well.

As of the most recent week of available data, covering September 20th through September 26th, Prodigy Discs continued to maintain a strong presence in the market. The average sales percentage for Prodigy Discs during this period was approximately 3.87%. While it represents a slight dip from the peak immediately following the World Championships, it still indicates sustained interest in their products.

To commemorate the win, Prodigy also released commemorative edition Isaac Robinson discs which are just now being uploaded to our website. These special edition discs should also help to increase Prodigy Sales in the short term.

It’s clear that having a player win the World Championship is impactful for a disc golf brand. The question now is whether this boost in Prodigy Discs sales is a temporary bump or if Isaac Robinson’s World Championship victory will have a long-term impact?

It will be interesting to monitor Prodigy Discs sales in the coming months to gauge whether Robinson’s victory has ignited a lasting passion for their discs among disc golf enthusiasts.

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Rapid Surge of Disc Golf Manufacturing

Disc Molds Approved this Year

There was a time a few years ago where I knew and tested every new disc from every brand.

Now I just don’t even try anymore.

There are so many new molds and brands popping up that I’d pretty much have to test a new disc every day, and remember how it flew, just to keep up with all the new discs approved by the PDGA.

I ran some data from the PDGA approved discs to see exactly how rapid the pace of disc golf manufacturing has increased. As you can see from the curve, it’s pretty much an exponential increase over the last two years.

There will be more new discs approved by the PDGA during 2023 than any other year. More unique molds have been created through the first eight months of this year than were during the 20 year period from 1983-2003!

Line Graph showing the number of disc golf discs approved by the PDGA each year

It’s not just that the major brands are pumping out more new molds each year. The biggest contributor to the increased PDGA approval is the huge influx of new disc golf brands.

This graph shows the number of different brands with discs approved by year. 2023 has already had more discs approved by different brands than any other year with 70 different companies approving at least one disc mold.

Disc Golf brands with at least one disc approved by the Pdga during the calendar year.

Number of PDGA Discs by Brand

Next we are going to take a look at the number of disc molds by each individual brand. Because there are so many disc golf brands that have been or are currently in existence, I had to divide these charts into four different categories just so we can read them.

Big Brands

We classified big brands as those with at least 30 different disc molds approved by the PDGA. Innova by far has the most different disc golf molds with Discraft and Prodigy coming in second and third.  Despite it’s relative newness in the disc golf manufacturing world, Lone Star Discs made this top 15 list of “big brands”.

Chart showing the total number od discs PDGA approved by brand with at least 30 discs approved.

Medium Brands

The medium brands on this chart have between 10 and 30 different disc molds approved by the PDGA. Axiom Discs nearly broke into the big brand barrier with 28 discs, and to my surprise, the Canadian manufacturer Daredevil disc is also right there at 29.

 

Bar graph showing the number of pdga approved discs by medium size brand

Small Brands

Small brands are those with between 5 and 9 disc molds approved by the PDGA

Number of disc molds by small brand chart

Extra Small Brands with less than 5 molds approved

Growing Brands

Much of the PDGA approval list is because of the rapid growth of many of the new disc golf brands. These are the companies that are aggressively investing in new molds.

The below graph shows the number of discs PDGA approved in the last year. Remix Disc Golf dominates this list with 17 different disc molds approved. Clash Discs, Doomsday Discs, Orbital, and Yikun Discs are close behind.

Disc Molds Approved this Year

When I pull the date for the last two years, Lone Star Disc is the fastest growing brand with 28 new molds in this time period.

Number of disc molds approved by the pdga in each of the last two years

Who are these new disc golf brands?

I used to do regular posts that were updated with all of the new disc molds each year. Now I’ll simply go over these rapidly growing disc golf brands. If you haven’t heard of them, you’re probably not alone.

Lone Star Disc LogoLone Star Disc

Lone Star Disc is a remarkable disc golf company with a unique origin story. Founded by a Texas-based plastic company that primarily manufactured parts for oil rigs, the company underwent a transformative journey during the pandemic. As the oil industry slowed down, their son proposed the idea of exploring the disc golf market, and it turned out to be a brilliant move.

Leveraging their expertise and resources, Lone Star Disc started producing their own molds and plastics in-house, capitalizing on their Texas roots, and quickly gained traction in the disc golf community. Their ability to quickly produce molds and manufacture locally allowed them to respond swiftly to customer demands and rapidly expand their product line when other manufacturers weren’t able to keep up.

Lone Star Disc has invested heavily in marketing strategies by establishing both Professional and Amateur teams, further solidifying their presence as a major player in disc golf.  They have a full line of discs with some very unique molds like the oversized Super Dillo. With their unwavering dedication to quality and innovation, Lone Star Disc, and the “quality of their plastic” is undoubtedly making a significant impact in the disc golf world.

Clash Discs Logo

Clash Discs

Clash Discs is another brand that formed as result of the pandemic boom. Renowned for their commitment to quality, Clash Discs takes pride in producing discs with ultra-high-quality plastic and they have chosen Finland as their manufacturing hub. This strategic decision ensures that their discs are crafted with precision and durability, providing disc golfers with exceptional performance on the course. However, Clash Discs is not just about manufacturing exceptional discs; they also invest heavily in marketing strategies that set them apart from the competition. With disc names like Honey, Popcorn Peach, and Fudge, they embrace a fun and creative approach that appeals to disc golfers of all levels. Additionally, Clash Discs has built a formidable professional sponsored team, comprising top-tier athletes, which is a testament to their dedication and support for the sport. Despite being a relatively small company, Clash Discs continues to make waves with its innovative designs, passionate marketing approach, and strong commitment to professional partnerships.

Doomsday Discs Logo

Doomsday Discs

Doomsday Discs undoubtedly is one of the most unique and distinct brands in the disc golf. The brand prides itself on pushing boundaries and embracing an unconventional approach to disc design. With an emphasis on creating discs that challenge tradition and offer players a truly unique experience, Doomsday Discs has captured the attention of a significant fanbase of disc golf enthusiasts. Several of the Doomsday Disc molds like the WMD are deliberately not able to be approved by the PDGA. From their captivating disc artwork to their innovative and unconventional molds, Doomsday Discs are definitely unique.

The brand’s commitment to uniqueness extends beyond aesthetics, as they continuously seek to allow team members to develop discs that offer a creative look feel and flight characteristics. In a sport filled with traditional standards, Doomsday Discs dares to be different, making it a must-have for players looking to add a distinct touch to their disc golf collection.

Remix Disc Golf

Remix is another unconventional disc golf company, and is a disc golf brand that we are not able to sell on Infinite Discs. The origins of this brand were unknown until Bodanza Disc golf discovered that the brand is owned by MVP disc sports for their Amazon.com sales. While several of their discs have been around for a while, they just decided to get them PDGA approved this year.

Yikun Discs Logo

Yikun Discs

Yikun Glaze Line DiscsYikun is an established disc golf manufacturer that has significantly expanded its range of disc molds in recent years. The Chinese brand’s collaboration with Discmania and increase in production quality has undoubtedly bolstered its reputation within the disc golf community.

Furthermore, Yikun is set to launch a new line called Glaze next month, featuring a selection of innovative disc molds. Based on insider information, these forthcoming discs are visually captivating and some of the most aesthetically pleasing plastic discs ever made.

Are there too many disc golf discs on the market?

Undoubtedly, the disc golf pandemic boom created the surge of new disc golf businesses all trying to tap in on the growing market.

In my opinion, the growth of new disc molds is growing much faster than disc golf. Disc golf retailers will not be able to keep up. While Infinite Discs still attempts to stock all disc molds from every brand, independent brick and mortar pro shop only have room for so much product. Disc golf retailers need to pick and choose and will only select from the best and most popular discs from the most popular brands.

If companies can create demand for their discs they will find success with the new molds they are producing. If they cannot, then we will see a correction in the disc golf production market as new brands fail because the cost of developing and manufacturing discs exceeds revenue brought in from sales. I expect that we will see a large number of “out of production” and “expired molds” over the next few years.

Monthly Top Selling Discs – August

TOP-SELLING DISCS OF AUGUST, 2023

Welcome to the top-selling discs report! At the beginning of each month, we will take a look back at the previous month to calculate which discs sold the best. You have a chance to win a $20 gift card each month if you correctly guess a certain spot for the next month (see below for more details).

Each month, we look at the top 50 disc sales data for mold AND plastic-type to see which disc rose to the top. Due to this, it is possible that a single model could show up on the list several times, each representing a different plastic type. This also helps us to know which disc in which plastic are the most popular among our customers.

Here is the breakdown of the top 50 molds from August 2023 at Infinite Discs:

#1 – MVP Neutron Soft GLITCH
#2 – Discraft Elite Z 2023 BUZZZ
#3 – MVP Neutron WATT
#4 – Innova Star ALIEN
#5 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend AZTEC
#6 – Thought Space Athletics Ethereal PRAXIS
#7 – Innova Star WRAITH
#8 – Finish Line Discs Forged RALLY
#9 – Innova Star DESTROYER
#10 – Axiom Neutron HEX
#11 – Infinite Discs N-Blend TOMB
#12 – Clash Discs Steady WILD HONEY
#13 – Infinite Discs D-Blend X-out ALPACA
#14 – Innova R-Pro PIG
#15 – Innova DX LEOPARD
#16 – Infinite Discs Signature Halo S-Blend PHARAOH
#17 – Latitude Opto Ice Orbit RIVER
#18 – Clash Discs Steady VANILLA
#19 – Thought Space Athletics Nerve MUSE
#20 – MVP Fission WAVE
#21– Discmania Special Blend S-Line VANGUARD
#22 – Innova Halo Star MAMBA
#23 – Innova Star TEEBIRD
#24 – Innova DX AVIAR
#25 – Infinite Discs N-Blend ALPACA
#26 – Axiom Neutron PARADOX
#27 – Infinite Discs I-Blend X-out EMPEROR
#28 –  Innova Star MAKO3
#29 – Innova GStar MAMBA
#30 – Innova GStar WRAITH
#31 – Latitude 64 Gold Orbit DIAMOND
#32 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend X-out PHARAOH
#33 – Discraft Z Fly Dyed BUZZZ
#34 – Innova XT PIG
#35 – Axiom Eclipse 2.0 HEX
#36 – Innova DX ALIEN
#37 –Infinite Discs I-Blend SPHINX
#38 – Infinite Discs I-Blend X-out MAYA
#39 – Axiom Fission CRAVE
#40 – Innova Champion WRAITH
#41 – Axiom Eclipse 2.0 INSANITY
#42 – Discmania S-Line FD
#43 – Innova Star MAMBA
#44 – Axiom Cosmic Neutron CRAVE
#45 – MVP Neutron SIGNAL
#46 – Infinite Discs Metal Flake Glow C-Blend SPHINX
#47 – MVP Neutron WAVE
#48 – Innova Star TERN
#49 – Clash Discs Steady SODA
#50 – Innova Champion DESTROYER

*All this data comes from Infinitediscs.com sales ONLY

The Glitch is back on top! We continue to do our best to keep the Glitch in stock so you can keep purchasing one of the best catch and throw discs on the market. The Finish Line Rally also made it into the top 10 of our list. Finish Line has many new molds on the horizon, so be on the look out!

Many of our other molds here are pretty common contendors for best selling monthly disc. We will soon be releasing the best selling brands through the whole year, leave your guesses in the comments below!

Here is how many times each brand appeared in the line up:

The Guessing Game

Every month you’ll be able to place your guess for a certain spot on the chart for the next month. The first person to guess the disc and plastic type correctly for the named chart position will win a $20 gift card for the Infinite Discs online store.

PLACE A GUESS for next month. If you can by the first to guess the #6, #32, #46 spot for September then you can be a winner. Leave your guess in the comments on this blog.

Thanks! See you next month

Want a recap from last month? We will leave the past months data below so you can compare it with all the data collected from the month before. 

 

Check out the data from the previous months

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One of the best features of the new Infinite Discs website are the tools designed specifically to help you find the best disc golf discs. Our tools bring an enhanced suite of features to assist you in making informed disc golf disc selections. Our focus on delivering a comprehensive and refined experience ensures that you can elevate your disc golf game with confidence. Through this innovative platform, we invite you to explore a diverse range of top-selling and highest-rated disc golf discs, spanning a multitude of categories, ensuring that you find exactly the best disc for you.

Highest Rated Discs: Elevating Disc Selection Through Customer Review Ratings

Screenshot of the highest rated disc golf discs right nowOur Highest Rated Discs feature harnesses the invaluable insights provided by our customer review star ratings. We have developed a sophisticated mechanism to identify standout discs within each category. This process involves an algorithm that thoughtfully considers both the quantity and caliber of each review. The outcome is a discerning selection of discs that reflect excellence. For example, while a disc with a single 5-star review may warrant attention, its merit may differ from another disc that boasts a considerable number of reviews, the majority of which consistently rate it at 5 stars.

Top Selling Feature: Disc Popularity from Sales

Our Top Selling Discs feature offers a glimpse into the preferences of the disc golf community over a set period of time. Drawing from customer sales data on InfiniteDiscs.com, we present the the data on what the hot items really are. While the popularity of a disc isn’t the sole determinant of its alignment with your playing style, it serves as a compelling testament to its effectiveness. A surge in purchases underscores the collective trust placed in specific disc molds, signifying their status as preferred choices among a diverse array of disc golf enthusiasts.

Top Selling Discs by Time Period

Top Selling Disc Golf Discs over the last month

For top selling discs, you can view the top selling pages for a number of different time periods including, weekly, monthly, annually, and all time. Whether your preference lies in specific brands or manufacturers, distinct disc types (drivers, midrange, putters), or even the stability attributes, our enhanced features cater to your unique requirements. Unveil the top-rated discs for each stability, effortlessly segmented by brand, offering a tailored approach to your disc selection journey.

While the dynamic pages found from the links above are auto generated, the below lists are a snapshot of the best disc golf discs of 2023 as of the time of this post.

Best Disc Golf Discs of 2023

Overall Best Discs

When it comes to all discs, using the data from our new website features, these are the best discs of 2023 through the first eight months of the year according to sales data.

Disc Rank Manufacturer Disc Name Disc Type
1 MVP Glitch Putt & Approach
2 Discraft Buzzz Mid Range
3 Infinite Discs Alpaca Putt & Approach
4 Infinite Discs Emperor Distance Driver
5 Innova Wraith Distance Driver
6 Innova Destroyer Distance Driver
7 Discraft Zone Putt & Approach
8 Axiom Hex Mid Range
9 Axiom Envy Putt & Approach
10 Infinite Discs Dynasty Control Driver
11 Infinite Discs Tomb Putt & Approach
12 Infinite Discs Pharaoh Distance Driver
13 Discraft Luna Putt & Approach
14 Kastaplast Berg Putt & Approach
15 Infinite Discs Centurion Control Driver
16 Axiom Proxy Putt & Approach
17 Dynamic Discs Judge Putt & Approach
18 Axiom Crave Control Driver
19 Infinite Discs Sphinx Control Driver
20 Gateway Wizard Putt & Approach
21 Innova Firebird Control Driver
22 Innova Leopard Control Driver
23 Innova Aviar Putt & Approach
24 Infinite Discs Maya Distance Driver
25 Innova Mamba Distance Driver
26 Discraft Athena Control Driver
27 Latitude 64 Pure Putt & Approach
28 Innova Mako3 Mid Range
29 Innova Teebird Control Driver
30 Thought Space Athletics Votum Control Driver
31 Thought Space Athletics Construct Distance Driver
32 Infinite Discs Anubis Mid Range
33 Thought Space Athletics Mantra Control Driver
34 Discraft Heat Control Driver
35 Axiom Insanity Control Driver
36 Innova Tern Distance Driver
37 Innova Valkyrie Control Driver
38 Latitude 64 Diamond Control Driver
39 Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder Mid Range
40 Discraft Zone OS Putt & Approach
41 Infinite Discs Exodus Control Driver
42 Innova Pig Mid Range
43 Discmania FD Control Driver
44 Innova Beast Distance Driver
45 Innova Leopard3 Control Driver
46 MVP Wave Distance Driver
47 Innova Shryke Distance Driver
48 Discraft Hades Distance Driver
49 Innova Charger Distance Driver
50 Infinite Discs Aztec Distance Driver

1. MVP Glitch
The MVP Glitch quickly captured the attention of disc golf enthusiasts, dominating the sales charts with its unique flight characteristics. Its eye-catching glitch design, combined with reliable stability and tremendous glide, and the ability to be used as a catch disc made it a coveted disc among both amateurs and professionals alike. The MVP Glitch is undeniably a game-changer in the disc golf world, securing its place as the top-selling disc of 2023.

2. Discraft Buzzz
The Discraft Buzzz has long been a staple in the disc golf community, known for its consistency and versatility. With controllable straight flights and reliable fade, this mid-range disc has unquestionably earned its spot as one of the best-selling discs of the year. Its popularity can be attributed to its ability to adapt to various playing styles and skill levels, making it a go-to choice for countless players out on the course.

3. Infinite Discs Alpaca
Infinite Discs made a fantastic addition to their lineup with the Alpaca. This stable putter has gained massive popularity due to its exceptional control and reliable fade. The Alpaca’s unique combination of glide and accuracy makes it a go-to disc for both putting and approaching situations. Disc golfers of all levels appreciate the Alpaca’s consistency, leading to its impressive sales performance in 2023.

4. Infinite Discs Emperor
Another Infinite Discs creation that caught the attention of disc golfers worldwide is the Emperor. As a distance driver, the Emperor provides exceptional speed and glide, allowing players to unleash their full power. With its reliable fade and ability to handle various wind conditions, it has become a favorite among those looking to maximize distance off the tee. The Emperor’s high sales figures showcase its status as a go-to disc for avid distance throwers.

5. Innova Wraith
The Innova Wraith has long been regarded as one of the most popular distance drivers in the disc golf community, and 2023 was no exception. Its exceptional speed and stability have made it a favorite among experienced players seeking maximum distance. Known for its versatility, the Wraith can be used for controlled hyzer flips, laser straight shots, and reliable fade finishes. As a result, the Wraith continues to dominate the sales charts, solidifying its position as one of the top-selling discs of the year.

Distance Drivers in the Top 50

Among the top 50 selling discs of 2023, Distance Drivers played a significant role, comprising approximately 40% of the list. This finding emphasizes the growing popularity of disc golfers seeking to add distance to their game. Whether it’s the need to navigate long fairways or the desire to throw impressive distance shots, Distance Drivers have undoubtedly captivated the hearts of disc golfers worldwide.

Thought Space Athletics’ Success

As for the success of Thought Space Athletics in terms of top-selling discs, they have been making their mark in the disc golf industry as one of the fastest growing brands. With their innovative designs and quality artwork, Thought Space Athletics has secured a notable position among the top manufacturers.

Best Distance Drivers

Best Disc Golf Distance Drivers

When we break it down to the best distance drivers this is the Top 50 list:

Disc Rank Manufacturer Disc Name
1 Infinite Discs Emperor
2 Innova Wraith
3 Innova Destroyer
4 Infinite Discs Pharaoh
5 Infinite Discs Maya
6 Innova Mamba
7 Thought Space Athletics Construct
8 Innova Tern
9 Innova Beast
10 MVP Wave
11 Innova Shryke
12 Discraft Hades
13 Innova Charger
14 Infinite Discs Aztec
15 Discraft Nuke
16 Infinite Discs Czar
17 MVP Tesla
18 MVP Photon
19 Discmania Cloud Breaker
20 Discraft Avenger SS
21 Clash Discs Wild Honey
22 Thought Space Athletics Omen
23 Discraft Force
24 Lone Star Disc Tumbleweed
25 Discraft Zeus
26 Lone Star Disc Curl
27 Innova Katana
28 Innova Boss
29 Discraft Scorch
30 Infinite Discs Slab
31 Discraft Thrasher
32 Innova Orc
33 Innova Corvette
34 Latitude 64 Sapphire
35 Discraft Venom
36 MVP Octane
37 Lone Star Disc Warbird
38 Discmania DD1
39 Thought Space Athletics Synapse
40 MVP Inertia
41 Thought Space Athletics Animus
42 Lone Star Disc Bayonet
43 Discraft Nuke SS
44 Dynamic Discs Trespass
45 Axiom Fireball
46 Discmania PD
47 Dynamic Discs Sheriff
48 Lone Star Disc Nimitz
49 Discmania DD3
50 Dino Discs Tyrannosaurus Rex

Disc golfers all share one common desire – reaching the longest distances possible with their shots. To achieve this, having the right distance driver is crucial. From our top distance drivers list, it’s easy to see the dominance by manufacturers like Innova, Discraft, and MVP Discs.

Innova: The Driving Force Behind Distance
When it comes to distance drivers, it’s hard not to mention Innova as a leading manufacturer. Known for their quality and innovation, Innova’s distance drivers have become synonymous with long, powerful throws. What sets them apart is their dedication to manufacturing excellence, consistently producing discs that provide incredible distance potential.

It’s interesting to note that both Innova and Infinite Discs are manufactured in the same factory by Innova. This collaboration ensures that the quality and performance of each disc are maintained to the highest standards, further solidifying Innova’s position as a powerhouse in the disc golf industry. Our top 50 list features 17 discs manufactured by Innova Champion discs; six in the Infinite and eleven in the Innova lines.

Discraft: Raising the Bar
Discraft drivers have garnered a devoted following in the disc golf community, and for good reason. Boasting a wide range of options tailored to various player preferences, Discraft drivers offer unparalleled stability and control. With their renowned lineup that includes the ever-popular Hades and the ultra-fast Nuke, Discraft continues to push the boundaries of distance driving.

MVP Discs: A Rising Star
In recent years, MVP Discs have seen a surge in popularity, partly due to the signing of the renowned professional player, Simon Lizotte. Known for their unique plastic blends and futuristic aesthetics, MVP discs combine style and performance. With their innovative designs and reliable flight paths, MVP distance drivers have become a top choice for players looking to boost their distance capabilities. MVP features six discs in the top 50 from the MVP and Axiom brands.Best Fairway Drivers

Best Fairway Drivers

Fairway drivers are an often overlooked arsenal in a disc golfers bag. This list represents the best selling fairway drivers on InfiniteDiscs.com over the last year.

Disc Rank Manufacturer Disc Name
1 Infinite Discs Dynasty
2 Infinite Discs Centurion
3 Axiom Crave
4 Infinite Discs Sphinx
5 Innova Firebird
6 Innova Leopard
7 Discraft Athena
8 Innova Teebird
9 Thought Space Athletics Votum
10 Thought Space Athletics Mantra
11 Discraft Heat
12 Axiom Insanity
13 Innova Valkyrie
14 Latitude 64 Diamond
15 Infinite Discs Exodus
16 Discmania FD
17 Innova Leopard3
18 Discraft Undertaker
19 Innova Thunderbird
20 Infinite Discs Roman
21 Infinite Discs Scepter
22 Innova Roadrunner
23 Latitude 64 River
24 Innova Sidewinder
25 MVP Volt
26 Discraft Raptor
27 Axiom Rhythm
28 Innova Hawkeye
29 Finish Line Discs Era
30 Discraft Anax
31 Lone Star Disc Mockingbird
32 Innova TeeBird3
33 Westside Underworld
34 Axiom Trance
35 Doomsday Discs Blackout
36 Innova Eagle
37 Kastaplast Falk
38 Thought Space Athletics Coalesce
39 Latitude 64 Saint
40 Dynamic Discs Escape
41 Discraft Passion
42 MVP Servo
43 Innova TL3
44 Innova IT
45 Lone Star Disc Lariat
46 Dino Discs Pterodactyl
47 Discmania Essence
48 Lone Star Disc Guadalupe
49 MVP Terra
50 Elevation Disc Golf Gecko

When it comes to top fairway drivers, Innova manufactured products dominate this category again. The Thought Space Athletics drivers, Votum and Mantra, are also quite popular with both of those discs showing up in the top 10.Best Mid range golf discs

Best Midrange Discs

While new midrange discs come and go, the Discraft Buzzz consistently remains to top midrange disc year after year. In fact, in terms of midrange sales, it’s not even close. Through the first eight months of 2023 Infinite Discs sold more than 1,500 more Buzzz’s than the second place Axiom Hex.

Disc Rank Manufacturer Disc Name
1 Discraft Buzzz
2 Axiom Hex
3 Innova Mako3
4 Infinite Discs Anubis
5 Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder
6 Innova Pig
7 Discraft Buzzz SS
8 Infinite Discs Chariot
9 MVP Reactor
10 Innova Roc
11 Discraft Buzzz OS
12 Axiom Paradox
13 Innova Roc3
14 Kastaplast Kaxe Z
15 Discraft Meteor
16 MVP Uplink
17 Latitude 64 Fuse
18 Innova Toro
19 Lone Star Disc Texas Ranger
20 Thought Space Athletics Mana
21 MVP Matrix
22 Streamline Echo
23 Dynamic Discs EMac Truth
24 Finish Line Discs Supra
25 Innova Wombat3
26 Clash Discs Berry
27 Dino Discs Stegosaurus
28 MVP Deflector
29 Discraft Comet
30 Dino Discs Brachiosaurus
31 Discmania MD1
32 Lone Star Disc BB6
33 Discraft Malta
34 Discmania MD3
35 Discraft Sol
36 Infinite Discs Kon Tiki
37 Kastaplast Svea
38 RPM Discs Piwakawaka
39 Elevation Disc Golf Interceptor
40 Innova Jay
41 Axiom Pyro
42 Dynamic Discs Justice
43 Doomsday Discs Frag
44 Prodigy M4
45 Kastaplast Kaxe
46 Latitude 64 Claymore
47 Lone Star Disc Lone Wolf
48 Clash Discs Peach
49 Infinite Discs Ra
50 Lone Star Disc Harpoon

Here is the complete list of top selling midrange discs.

Best Selling Disc Golf puttersTop Selling Disc Golf Putters

Behind distance drivers, putters hold the next spot for most sold disc golf discs. There’s no better way to improve your putting game than trying out a new putter – or ten.

Putter Rank Manufacturer Disc Name
1 MVP Glitch
2 Infinite Discs Alpaca
3 Discraft Zone
4 Axiom Envy
5 Infinite Discs Tomb
6 Discraft Luna
7 Kastaplast Berg
8 Axiom Proxy
9 Dynamic Discs Judge
10 Gateway Wizard
11 Innova Aviar
12 Latitude 64 Pure
13 Discraft Zone OS
14 MVP Watt
15 MVP Anode
16 Discmania P2
17 Innova Polecat
18 Lone Star Disc Armadillo
19 Lone Star Disc Penny Putter
20 Kastaplast Reko
21 MVP Nomad
22 Discmania Rainmaker
23 MVP Atom
24 Thought Space Athletics Temple
25 Prodigy PA-3
26 Innova Aero
27 Innova KC Pro Aviar
28 Westside Harp
29 Thought Space Athletics Praxis
30 Discraft Roach
31 Dynamic Discs Warden
32 Viking Discs Rune
33 Streamline Pilot
34 Dino Discs Triceratops
35 Discraft Fierce
36 Infinite Discs Raze
37 Discmania Link
38 Lone Star Disc Copperhead
39 Discmania P1
40 Innova Alien
41 MVP Ion
42 Discraft Banger GT
43 MVP Spin
44 Westside Maiden
45 Dynamic Discs EMac Judge
46 Prodigy PA-5
47 Clash Discs Popcorn
48 Dynamic Discs Sockibomb Slammer
49 Thought Space Athletics Muse
50 Innova Dart

Shop the complete list of best selling disc golf putters here.

More Best Disc Features

This is just a sample of the many best selling disc features we have. Check out a few of these links to find the best disc golf discs for you.

At Infinite Discs, our mission is to provide the best resource for disc golf information on the Internet. With our revitalized website and innovative features, we hope we are able to help you find the best disc golf discs.

TOP TWENTY TUESDAY

Top Twenty Tuesday – Dec. 11th – 17th

Welcome back to another week of Top Twenty Tuesday! Every week, we take a look at the twenty top-selling discs on the Infinite Discs website from the past week, broken down by mold and plastic-type.

You also have a chance to win a $10 Infinite Discs gift card if you correctly guess one of the spots for next week (scroll down to see specifics for the weekly giveaway).

Here are the top sellers from last week in order –

#1 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend DYNASTY
#2 – Discraft ESP Swirl CAPTAIN’S RAPTOR
#3 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend EXODUS
#4 – Thought Space Athletics Nebula Aura PATHFINDER
#5 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend SLAB
#6 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend CZAR
#7 – MVP Neutron soft GLITCH
#8 – Finish Line Discs Forged PACE
#9 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend TOMB
#10 – Infinite Discs Signature P-Blend Glow ALPACA
#11 – Finish Line Discs Forged SUPRA
#12 – Discraft Z Line Misprint BUZZZ
#13 – Innova Star WRAITH
#14 – Thought Space Athletics Nebula Aura MANA
#15 – Infinite Discs D-Blend X-out ALPACA
#16 – Infinite Discs Metal Flake Glow C-Blend X-out DYNASTY
#17 – Discraft Special Blend LUNA
#18 – Kastaplast K3 Line BERG
#19 – Kastaplast K1 Line BERG
#20 – Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend PHARAOH

We had some speciality released Santa Hat stamped halo molds released last week! These molds haven’t been officially released yet, so we hope you were able to get your hands on these speciality released molds.

The Captain’s Raptor from Discraft is another popular mold that doesn’t come around very often. This is a modified molds similar to the Raptor; it has a flatter top and is designed to be more overstable.

GUESSING GAME –> Each week we’ll invite you to leave a prediction for a certain chart position on next week’s TOP TWENTY TUESDAY report. The person to predict that chart position correctly in the comments will win a $10 gift card for the Infinite Discs website.

WINNER – The #9 spot this past week was the Infinite Discs Halo S-Blend Tomb. Not much needs to be said about this mold, is it one of the most popular putt & approach discs on the market! If you haven’t tried it, you MUST. 

NEXT WEEK: Guess the #12 spot for next week. The first person to get it right (including the disc model and plastic type) will win!

THANKS FOR READING AND WATCHING EACH WEEK!

 

 

RECAP FROM LAST TIME – Dec. 3rd

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