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Discmania 10th Anniversary SALE EXTENSION Celebration

November 28, 2016 Todd Durrant Leave a comment

DISCMANIA Celebrates 10 Years! SALE EXTENDED through Tuesday!

The huge Cyber Monday Sale only has a few hours left, featuring discounted prices on all Innova and Discmania discs on the Infinite Discs website. The items that have been on sale all week continue on discount until midnight, including great deals like a $30 gift card with the purchase of a Zuca Cart or Zuca Backpack Cart. Also, get a $20 gift card with the purchase of any backpack bag, or a $10 gift card with the purchase of any large bag (excluding Prodigy practice bags or BP3’s).

Shop the 10th Anniversary Discs here.

HOWEVER, we are extending the discount sale on DISCMANIA discs for an extra day, through Tuesday, November 29th!

And to help with the celebration, we are happy to offer the new, limited edition, C-LINE LUSTER plastic on several popular Discmania molds!

The C-Line Luster plastic has a more milky, creamy look to the plastic than typical C-Line and feels great! Check it out in these popular molds:

FD Jackal (Fairway Driver)

PD Freak (Distance Driver)

PD2 Chaos (Distance Driver)

MD3 (Mid-Range)

P2 Psycho (Putter)

These are available with either the Discmania “Wings” stamp or the Infinite Discs “Bomber” stamp, while supplies last! And of course, getting them while the prices are lower during the extended Tuesday (Nov. 29th) Sale is a great idea!

CLICK HERE TO BROWSE ALL THE LUSTER DISCS IN OUR INVENTORY

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How to Improve Your Disc Golf Game–Tips from World Champs

November 25, 2016 Jace Smellie Leave a comment

It is early November here in Northern Utah, and last week marked the first mornings when I needed to scrape the frost off of my car before driving to work. As much as I hate it, this will become a habit in the following months. Acknowledging this opens the door for me to recognize another reality that I hate–the disc golf offseason is upon us. Other than a few small local events, tournament season has all but ended.

The offseason is both literally and figuratively a cold, dark, and miserable time for the disc golfer. However, this break from competitive disc golf play provides an opportunity for reflection and improvement. For myself, I know that there are several elements of my game that I need to work on to bring my game up to the next level that I would like to compete at.

How Do We Improve our Disc Golf Game?

So how do we improve? I had the opportunity a few months ago to ask some of the best players in the game this very question. It was during the press conference at the 2016 Ledgestone Insurance Open presented by Discraft in Peoria, IL. The pro panel at this conference included 4 World Champions with 12 World Championships combined–Catrina Allen, Valerie Jenkins, Nate Doss, and Paul McBeth. I asked them to give some advice for amateur players who are hoping to improve their game.

Cat went first, and the first thing she mentioned was the importance of field work. This became a point of reference for everyone’s answers. Catrina went on to emphasize the importance of dedication. She encouraged players to throw and grow and throw some more. She also stressed the need to prioritize the field work over the casual rounds. “Stop playing casual rounds, and get to the field for practice,” were her final words of advice. If you want to really compete, spend your time working in the field rather than playing a casual round at the course. Put in the work, and the results will follow.

Val agreed with Cat, but also stressed the importance of the fun of the game. She started out by saying how she has been playing for her whole life, and it has been important for her to still have fun. “Remember to have fun. That’s when you enjoy the sport the most.” She recommended ta players remember why they started disc golf and just continue to play, and then they will excel.

Val’s husband Nate spoke next. He started off by jokingly saying that his biggest piece of advice was to be 15 years old and have really long arms. All jokes aside though, he did stress that in today’s game you have to start young to compete at the top level and develop an excellent forehand. He went on to say that it’s not easy to be a top level disc golfer. It’s a dream, but a lot of hard work, and there’s a lot of alone time, but if you put in the work it will pay off.

Latitude 64 Easy-Go Backpack and Dynamic Discs Captain America Aviator Released Today

November 18, 2016 Jace Smellie Leave a comment

Today marked the release of two new exciting products from the Trilogy family. First of all, a brand new and very uniquely designed backpack bag from Latitude 64, the Easy-Go Backpack.

The Latitude 64 Easy-Go Backpack looks to have been designed with the semi-casual players in mind. If the heavy duty backpack category is just a bit to much for you, but the smaller bags aren’t enough, the Easy-Go could be just right for you. This bag is lightweight as well, so it is easy on the back and shoulders. A few of the highlighted features include:

The main storage compartment holds 12 discs in individual sockets.
Top and bottom compartments are suitable to store towels, clothes, etc.
Top compartment can also be used to store an extra 3-4 discs.
Two 1.5 liter bottle holders at both sides.
Four elastic side pockets, two at each side. Made to store smaller items like minis, keys, or your phone.
Umbrella holder.
Premium YKK Zippers.
The bag comes with a cover that protects your gear in case of rain.

The Latitude 64 Easy-Go Backpack is available now at Infinite Discs.

Next up we have the Dynamic Discs Captain America Aviator. This is the first Ultimate disc that Dynamic Discs has made. With a design featuring the Captain America Shield, this is a disc that everyone can appreciate. Whether you are playing catch in the park, warming up for your round in a tournament, or even organizing a competitive Ultimate match, the Captain America Aviator is a disc that all throwers can appreciate. It also makes a perfect gift for the ultimate superhero fan or collector. The Dynamic Discs Captain America Aviator can be ordered now at Infinite Discs.

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Team Infinite Results – 11/7/16

November 10, 2016 Jake LaPutka Leave a comment

As winter gets closer, let’s see what our team members are up to!

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Taylor Salanoa #76083, Left, and Rodney Tripp #78186, Right, sneak a round in at Goblin Valley after round 1 at the Green River Open. The extra play paid off because Taylor got his first cash in Open and Rodney took down the Intermediate division! Nice work guys!

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William Trimble #71368 helped install these brand new concrete tees at a new course in a park called Northside Park

4th Annual King of the Island (PDGA C-Tier), Cramerton, NC 11/6
Deann Donaldson #66842: 1st Place FPO, Congrats!

Green River Open (PDGA C-Tier), Green River, UT 11/5-6
Taylor Salanoa #76083: 5th Place MPO – First time cashing in Open, congrats Taylor!
Rodney Tripp #78186: 1st Place MA2 – 979 Average for 2 rounds, bagger! Nice Win!

2016 PDGA Directors Cup (PDGA C-Tier), Crown Point, IN 11/5-6
Markus Mika #4700: 3rd Place White Division – Hot round 2!

Hyzerflipadelphia Open (PDGA C-Tier), Philadelphia, PA 11/5
John Saugling #68406: 3rd Place MM1 – Hot round 2!
Holly Saugling #78655: 1st Place FJ1 – Averaged above her rating!

The Oak Hollow Affair (PDGA C-Tier), Plattsmouth, NE 11/5
Christopher Ostheimer #76726: 3rd Place MA2

Oregon Collegiate Disc Golf League (Unsanctioned), Estacada, OR 11/6
Jake LaPutka (Oregon Ducks): Tie 3rd Place Men’s division
Karissa Donaldson (Oregon Ducks): Tie 2nd Place Women’s division
Team results: Oregon Ducks win

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Team Infinite – Results 10/31/16

November 3, 2016 Jake LaPutka Leave a comment

Happy Halloween week! Sorry for such a late blog post, I was in midterms this week and couldn’t find the time to finish this post! Let’s see what everyone was up to for this spooky weekend of disc golf!

Texas State Junior Disc Golf Championships (PDGA B-tier), Spring, TX 10/29
Jared Henschel #84499: 7th Place MJ1 (Junior Boys I)

Inaugural La Niña Open (PDGA C-tier) (Women Only), Selah, WA 10/29-30
Jody Dixon #56759: 2nd Place FPM

The 3rd Red and White Showdown (PDGA C-tier), NC State Collegiate Fundraiser – Raised over $1800 for the club! Apex, NC 10/30
Alec Falzone #57550: 9th Place MPO

Seneca Creek Fall Classic (PDGA C-tier), Gaithersburg, MD 10/29
Steve Suhaka #81677: Tournament Director! Also 12th Place MPO

Blazer at Boyd Hill presented by Innova (PDGA C-tier), Rock Hill, SC 10/29
Deann Donaldson #66482: Steps up to Men’s Intermediate! 10th Place MA2

Oklahoma Open Warmup – Flex Start @ Chandler (PDGA C-tier), Tulsa, OK 10/26
Jonathan Grimes #82885: Tie 5th Place MA1

Clash at the Creek (PDGA C-tier), Colorado Springs, CO 10/29
Andrew Belet #55114: Tie 5th MA2

2nd Annual Monster Mash at Pebblebrook Golf Course (Unsanctioned), Sandy, UT 10/29
Nick Lopez: 4th Place MPO
Justin Bilodeau: Participated

South Fork Club Championship (Unsanctioned), Idaho Falls, UT
Casey Kemmerer: Tie 6th Place MA1
Dalton Burrup: Tie 6th Place MA1
Brandon Merzlock: 2nd Place MA2
Jordan Miller: 4th Place MA2
Alan Barker: Tie 13th Place MA2

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Best-Selling Disc Golf Backpacks of Summer 2016

October 27, 2016 Todd Durrant Leave a comment

We often look with great interest at the best-selling disc golf discs for given periods of time. Best-sellers of the summer. Best-sellers of the year. Best-sellers of the quarter, etc. It is about time that we take a look at some of the hottest selling backpack bags from the summer of 2016.

#1 – Prodigy BP-3 Backpack – The number one spot was quickly claimed by a new backpack, the BP-3, that came out near the end of the summer. It flew of the shelves and onto the backs of players for one simple reason: The PRICE was right at only $29.99! The sales numbers would have been higher, but they sold out at Prodigy’s warehouse. The BP-3 certainly fills a niche for players who want to use a backpack, but always found the price a bit higher than they wanted to pay. It has very basic features, but is certainly serviceable for casual play. It can even be used for hiking or camping, or as a school backpack. At that price, why not?

#2 – Dynamic Discs Commander – The second place spot goes to the Commander which it a high-end bag that lands in the reasonable $120 range. It has become a popular backpack with players who like a compact feel and the sturdy nature of the bag. The “Black Ops” edition recently came out with a blackened stars-and-stripes theme.

#3 – Dynamic Discs Sniper Backpack – Once again, price plays a factor in the sales for the Sniper backpack by Dynamic Discs. At $69.99 it is an affordable and dependable pack that gets the job done. It holds 16 discs in the main compartment plus has dual water bottle pockets. Perfect for a casual tournament round.

#4 – Innova Heropack – The Heropack is Innova’s more affordable, entry-level backpack at $89.99. It comes in a large variety of colors and it holds upwards of 25 discs plus putter pockets on the top and front of the bag. It also includes extra accessory pockets and a drink holder. It is a very well-rounded bag for the price.

#5 – MVP Voyager – The new Voyager takes the number five spot as another end-of-summer release. It is the newest backpack offering from MVP. It features a heavy duty padded back and straps for support, plus putter pocket, large upper compartment for storage, plus drink holders, accessory pockets, and straps for a stool, etc. It is a bag that competes on a professional level and sells for $139.95.

Those were the top-selling bags at Infinite Discs for the summer of 2016. It will be fun to see which backpacks get the most traction heading into the holiday season. Have fun out there!

TOBU Discs and Disc Tracking Technology

October 26, 2016 Todd Durrant 2 comments

TOBU is a disc manufacturer that has unleashed the first PDGA approved discs with built-in electronics for disc tracking. How many times have you been playing a rough course and wished that your disc had some kind of locator or tracking device? TOBU set out to fulfill that wish, and they now have two drivers, plus a mountable module for your own favorite discs!

The CHARGE is an overstable driver that will make a predictable fade at the end of any throw released at moderate speed. When thrown with more power, it will fly in a beautiful S-curve pattern, gently fading back for great distance. The Charge comes with molding on the disc that has a preloaded Tracking Module so that the disc can be tracked and recovered using smart phone Bluetooth technology.

Flight Ratings :
Speed : 9
Glide : 4
Turn : -1
Fade : 2

The POWER ROLLER is an understable fairway driver that is easy to throw for new players. Beginners can control the disc easily, getting straighter, more accurate shots without needing a powerful release. More experienced players will find the disc turning into a roller when thrown with power. The Power Roller has molding with a preloaded Tracking Module so that the disc can be tracked and recovered using smart phone Bluetooth technology.

Flight Ratings :
Speed : 8
Glide : 4
Turn : -3
Fade : 1

TOBU wasn’t satisfied with simply sticking components onto existing discs. Though they do offer the Seeker Module as a separate disc accessory that can be mounted onto any disc, they wanted to create discs with perfect weight distribution and design to fly perfectly with the built-in module.

Thus the Charge and Power Roller were designed with these additional electronics in mind. A lot of engineering time and effort was put into the design so that the total package would be ideal. The discs are made from high quality, medical grade plastic that is among the best on the market.

The discs also feature a textured inside rim with three separate sections of varied degrees of texture to work with any player’s preferred grip. There is a smooth section that feels like most discs on the market, then a lightly textured section of inner rim for those who like more grip, and a third, more obviously textured section for great grip against the elements like rain or humidity.

If you have a favorite disc that you don’t want to lose, you can purchase the Seeker Module separately. It comes with a handy, circular template tool to help you center it on the bottom of the flight plate of your disc. However, it should be noted that discs which have the Seeker Module added are no longer approved to be used in PDGA sanctioned events. The module may also effect the flight pattern of your disc, and will add about 8 grams to the weight of your disc with batteries installed.

The Seeker will work with any iPhone or Android device. Using Bluetooth technology, this tracking module sends a signal to your device to help you locate your disc when it gets lost. The flashing LED and loud beeping sound that give you the maximum ability to find your disc. It has super-strong mounting tape and a strong casing so that the module is not damaged or lost during disc use. The module works exclusively with the TOBU app.

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Top Selling Discs–Q3

October 25, 2016 Jace Smellie 6 comments

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Well, here we are again folks! Another 3 months have passed at Infinite Discs and it’s time to take a look at the top selling discs of this quarter. These have been wild months for the disc golf world. We saw a new world champion crowned and a decent dose of controversy in the professional realm of disc golf. Looking at the numbers, it is pretty safe to say that the pros who have been playing at the top during these months had an influence on the way certain discs sold. We find a new addition in the top 3 discs overall that also became a brand new champion of an overhauled chart in the putter division. So let’s get started!

Top 10 Overall

Nobody should be surprised to see the Innova Destroyer held its ground as the reigning number one selling disc overall. The Innova TeeBird jumped back up to number 2 after falling out of the top 3 last quarter, and then perhaps the most surprising mold of all, the Innova Aviar jumped up to the number 3 spot. The Aviar and the Westside Harp (which makes its first appearance in the overall top 10 at number 5) can both thank their professional endorsements for their spike in sales, as the highest overall plastics of each disc were McPro Aviars and BT Hard Harps. These molds in these plastic blends are thrown regularly in tournament play by Paul McBeth and Ricky Wysocki respectively. The Discmania DDX also cracked into the overall top 10 for the first time ever. Rounding out the list we see a rare tie between the Innova Roc and Innova Valkyrie for the 10 spot.

Top Distance Drivers

The DDX shows that there is a new…deputy? in town (The Destroyer being the long standing Sheriff of course) by jumping all the way up from the 10 spot it claimed in its debut quarter. If this trend continues, maybe we will see a new name at the top of this list! Besides that, Innova once again showed its dominance of this category. The Innova Firebird made a good jump up to the 4 spot (12 overall), and the top selling plastic was the Nate Sexton signature series color glow. Here again we can feel the professional influence on the numbers. Also a new name to the chart at number 10 is the newly released MVP Catalyst.

Top Control/Fairway Drivers

Nothing too crazy happening in the Fairway category. Some slight shifts in the top 7, while the 8-10 spots are all filled by discs that didn’t make the chart last time. The Dynamic Discs Escape and Innova Leopard3 have all seen the top 10 before, but the Innova TL, which is actually the oldest of these bottom three molds, made it into the top 10 for the first time ever. Maybe because of the growing popularity of the TeeBird? (TL=TeeBird Long).

Top Midrange Discs

The top 3 look identical (again), but the rest of the list did some shifting. The Innova Mako3 and Discmania MD3 bumped up a few slots, and though the Dynamic Discs EMac Truth dropped, it wasn’t much of a drop for coming off of a new release last quarter only dropping two spots at number 6. The Discraft Comet has seen the top 10 before, but it wasn’t there last quarter. Number 8 was a pleasant surprise for us The Discraft Buzzz GT is an old Discraft mold that has been out of production, but they brought it back for us to do a limited run as part of our sponsorship of the 2016 Ledgestone Insurance Open. These very unique and rare discs are only available at Infinite Discs, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. So if you’re interested, I would recommend snagging one while you still can!

Top Putt and Approach Discs

Now, the category where everyone at Infinite Discs would have lost some money if we were the betting type. While the Aviar and Harp surprised everyone with numbers 1 and 2 (thanks again Paul and Rick), we found another surprise in seeing the Wizard beat out the Judge for the first time since the Judge took the number one spot from the Wizard for the first time nine months ago. Another surprising jump was the Latitude 64 Dagger climbing into the 7 spot (hard to ignore the new World Champ’s influence here again). So a category that has been a two horse race for a while just got a little more interesting, and it will be a lot of fun to see what the final three months of 2016 will bring us.

Takeaways? As I mentioned, the numbers seem to say that the professional endorsements are working folks! I always skim over the Destroyer always holding the number one spot, but you really have to wonder where that disc would be if you took Paul McBeth out of the equation completely. And now we see spikes in the Harp and Dagger coming off of Ricky Wysocki’s first championship. Have other thoughts? See any surprises or trends I failed to recognize? Leave a comment letting us know what you think!

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