Disc Golf Discs that Seniors and Low Arm-Speed Players Can Throw.

[@RobbieCDiscgolf]

Thank You for the kind words Nick!! Great video! I can definitely make sure I throw some more love and focus towards our older players!! Everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy this sport even more, even if you are starting at 60+ years young!

[@NickArnette]

Robbie C!! Wow, what an honor!! Yes, please crank out some content for older players and those with slower arms. You're so great at explaining things in a fun way!

[@KalThuemler]

I started at 60 lol I am 62 now and just love this game learning what I am capable of making the disc's do. So fun Let's have you do a video teaching old folks the way to play would be fun.

[@charleslowery1639]

Yes thank you Robbie C, I watch you from time to time, and would like to see more help videos for older guys & gals. Love the game and would love to see more in my age bracket playing so I didn’t have to play in MA40 because I’m MA60 but not many my age are playing. Thanks again Robbie C!

[@billcoulter1984]

Yes please Robbie. As a 65yo it can get frustrating seeing all the bombers when my goal is 300’.

[@spaceman61]

Do it Robbie! Im 62

[@stevewells5580]

70 year old dude here. My 14 year old grandsons got me into disc golf and wow, can they throw! Me, not so much. But your video is a GREAT HELP! You are correct -- there is NOT much content for us boomers.....ha, not a surprise. My forehand is getting better - had my best throws with the Beast, Leopard and Mamba. At this point, it's not the disc, it's me. And I'll get better. Thanks again!

[@NickArnette]

I'm glad you're out there throwing some discs! I love all the discs you mentioned! Can't go wrong with any of 'em!

[@StuG-pr9tf]

I am 61 years old and just started 2 years ago, I found the latitude 64 River + Maul fairway drivers...they have 7 Glide...so you can get an extra 30-50 feet of distance with those bad boys. Get a 150+ gram and then a heavier 175 gram for the windy conditions. Just beware...whatever line you throw them on, it will follow that line. DO NOT be afraid to go play a local tournament...

[@deadflight84]

army saying for mount training but i use for driving too. slow is smooth, smooth is fast

[@Latitude64]

Great topic and video, Nick. You have a really natural and genuine manner! Have a great day! /Jonathan

[@NickArnette]

Jonathan!! Thank you so much for your kind words!! You made my day!! 😃

[@allanfarnsworth136]

Finally, a video on disc golf that I can relate to. I don't think younger guys realize that if I could get my body to move the way theirs does to throw the way they do, I would be throwing the same way they do. But I can't. While I enjoy watching those channels, Robbie C's included, they are talking about things I just can't do anymore. Would love to see some instructional videos for people over 65, who throw like old fogies because we are. A lot of good discs for our group have been mentioned and I've tried a lot of them. The Diamond and Jade are two that I like, but the one disc that would absolutely ruin my day if I lost is an Opto Air River. I can throw it just as far as any other disc I own on a straight line. The only problem I have with it is a crosswind and unfortunately, I live in a windy place. So, the disc stays in the bag more than I would prefer. It is also hard to throw on a fore hand for me. Recently obtained a Viking Cosmos in storm plastic, that is almost as good as the River, but does better in the wind.

[@NickArnette]

Thanks so much for your comments. I had an Octo River and I never could get it to "flatten out" when I threw it. I gave it to my friend and his son is really making it fly the way it should. I've heard so many great things about the river, but I just can't make it fly as is should. Glad you're making the Opto River fly right!!

[@markhumphrey8894]

@@NickArnette I just got a River in Frost plastic. Feels great and flights straight. It's like GStar plastic from Innova

[@NickArnette]

@@markhumphrey8894 I need to check out that frost plastic. Sounds pretty nice.

[@Battleis-Assimous]

The Number one goal of Disc Golf IS To Have Fun .My wife and I are bosh over 64. my wife being 5 ft. tall, loves the the Enova IT. It is a little heaver than what you recommend but it fly's nice at lower speeds. Her fav. disc is the box Leopard, she calls her the Warrior princess Diva. Does all.

[@NickArnette]

I have in IT. At first, I was really throwing "IT" well, and then all of a sudden I couldn't throw it well at all. Don't know why. I might give it another try one of these days. The Leopard. Yes!! I love your number one rule to have fun playing DG! I stick to it every time I play. I never even keep score unless I'm with someone who is keeping score!! haha!!

[@hectorlopez-ys5dw]

I hope you put out more videos for guys like us.

[@NickArnette]

I'm already working on my next one and have a few more ideas for videos after that! Thanks for the encouragement!!

[@zafotbeeb]

I am 78 and just learning the game myself. Love the Diamond that you mentioned. I am not able to throw forehand and for that reason, love the MVP Uplink and Axiom Paradox mid ranges. For putters I started with MVP Anodes and still prefer them over many others I have tried. Many putters are to deep for me. Good idea to encourage us old farts to get off our backsides and get out there and do something physical.

[@NickArnette]

Good stuff!! Thanks for sharing!!! Yes, we need to keep getting out there. Playing disc golf is a walk in the park!!

[@bobfitz7886]

Have you tried the wizard? It's fantastic

[@DanaClarkDana]

2nd on the MVP Uplink and Axiom Paradox; Westside Tursas also. Mako3 & Emac Truth are really manageable too

[@halica3127]

I'm only soon 50 but slow arm Speed thrower. I also like Diamond, EMAC Truth and Jade. Excellent discs.

[@jmichaelmilton]

I am just getting back into the sport after several years at a job that kept me away from home a lot. As I was going through my stash of old discs, I came across a Discraft Heat in base plastic. It flies pretty well for my slower arm speed. I liked it so much that I just one in ESP FLX plastic. This one is real nice! You are so right about the different plastics all flying differently. To me, it seems like the more flexible plastics (Innova G-star, Discraft ESP FLX) are a bit less overstable and go farther for slower release speeds. My other favorite disc is the Innova Mamba which I opted for in G-star plastic. Thanks for the video.

[@NickArnette]

Hey Michael! Glad to hear you're getting back into DG! One of the things I like about it is that even when we walk away from it for a while, it doesn't take long to get back into your old form...some people even come back better than before! I'm a big fan of the Mamba. I'd give the Diamond and/or the Jade in Opto Air Plastic a try. I think you'll like them.

[@GBraDY138]

Love to see this. Finally someone for the elder generation

[@NickArnette]

Yes, we deserve our disc gold respect, too!! 😃

[@ryansuter4424]

Putters: if you have larger than average hands g 12:49 et a parter that has height of 2.0 plus centimeters. If you have smaller than average than 1.9 or below centimeters in height.

[@Wolfrunner25]

I love this. As a 58 yo female, I don't have the arm speed so I tend to throw lighter stuff as well. I've only been playing for about a year and a half. I have some of those same discs in my bag. I'm so thrilled to see a video geared towards the older player. Thank you for this. Keep on playing and enjoying the game!

[@MMGator]

57 years old, been playing about 2 years. Some underrated discs (IMHO of course): Skeeter mid, Tursas mid, Squall mid, TL3 fairway driver, Dart throwing putter. I also use most of the discs you mention here.

[@NickArnette]

Those sound great! I keep hearing about the Tursas. I better get me one!

[@ryansuter4424]

If there is a local shop go in and buy some used disks. They will usually be beat in and easier to throw straight.

[@brianreigle7905]

Nice to see something for the lower arm speed guys. I just started about 2 weeks ago and found out really quick that I like the medium weight discs for everything but my putters as I like them in the 175 gram weight but most everything else in the mid 160's. I'm 54 and not very flexible so even with correct technique I'm not sure I will ever have fast arm speed so the little lighter weights are nice.

[@NickArnette]

Welcome to disc golf! You'll find what you like. I would suggest trying something under 160 if you can to see how it goes. A Diamond is. great disc, be sure you get it under 160. A Leopard under 160 in DX plastic would also be a really good driver for starting out. I'm a big fan of the Innova starter pack...all of them are light weight and easy to throw.

[@kevinpowers9024]

Nice video. I'm an older player too (61) and I don't have great arm speed. My fav four discs are, the Diamond, Discraft ESP Meteor, Discraft SOL and my putter is the Proxy in the soft neutron plastic. My throws max at about 200-225 feet. I'll never be a 300 foot thrower, but that's alright. And, when I can, I play from the short tees! More vids for us older guys and gals would be great. Keep bangin them chains!

[@NickArnette]

Yeah, my distance is about the same, but even at those distances, we can still have a decent game. I enjoy short courses much more, though. I hear a lot of things about the Sol. Need to try one sometime! I've posted quite a few videos after this one. Please check them out. I thought this was the only one I would make, but I decided to keep going because there was some interest in low arm speed disc golf and senior disc golf.

[@kevinpowers9024]

@@NickArnette Yeah, I played a par 3 course today and shot +1. The longest on this course is 256 feet. I'll check out more of your videos.

[@NickArnette]

@@kevinpowers9024 That sounds like the perfect course for me! +1. Not bad!!

[@kevinpowers9024]

@@NickArnette If you're ever in Wilmington, NC the course is at Arrowhead Park.

[@NickArnette]

@@kevinpowers9024 I hear so many great things about DG in North Carolina. I spent a week in Wilmington when I was in my mid-20s. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Such nice people, and such a beautiful place! You're lucky to live there!

[@cosmolean]

My son bought me the Innova starter disc set for my birthday when I retired and immediately became addicted to the game. I've probably got around 60 discs now and agree with most of your suggestions. The Infinite Discs Sphinx and the Yikun Wei are the first two distance drivers I had good results using and are usually inexpensive. Nice to see some content aimed at senior disc hurlers.

[@harlemrampage2010]

Great video, 65 here, playing 13 years. I would highly recommend Lat64 River and Innova IT, a Leopard with glide. Also, work more mids it's worth it. Throw more putters, Deputy, Judge, Luna, upshots have less fade than mids. Yes, Mambas rock!

[@NickArnette]

I have an IT. At first, it was terrific, and then I couldn't throw it well anymore. I don't know why. I should give it another try now that you mention it. Thanks!

[@harlemrampage2010]

@Nick Arnette add more hyser (drop you arm some or angle disc down). As u know discs become less stable as they wear.

[@JMck12]

Thanks...Im 67..started at 66..love the sport..get tired of watching young dudes heave it a mile..keep the videos coming..very encouraging..esp.for us baby boomers..Thanks again

[@NickArnette]

Yeah, we boomers can still have a great time! Who cares if we have a few more bogeys. It's all about having fun! I like to try new shots every time I go. Today, I threw a lot of easy forehands.

[@koroba01]

Bought my first Innova discs in 1985, thrown Innova ever since. I took an almost 20 year absence from the game when raising a family, work, and extensive travel, then got back into it 5 years ago when I retired. Now at 70 years old I found I had lost arm speed so I concentrated on accuracy, particularly with upshots and putting. My go-to driver is an Innova DX Valkyrie, usually in max weight. I have trouble with premium plastics as they are too over-stable for me. I carry at least 5 Valkyries in varying weights and for the most part I putt with them also. I have found that in the 170+ weight class I have been just as successful with speed 7 and 8 drivers as well and I have found good application with a 142g Star Beast. I play weekly with the local club (SW Florida) and have enjoyed the courses here very much (no more playing in the snow in Boise).

[@NickArnette]

Love the DG history! What a great game. I like that you found one disc in various weights that fills all kinds of situations! I actually do a lot of my putting and approach shots with the Insanity! It just seems to work for me!

[@Sundaymike1]

Divergent Discs is a good choice. They have discs specifically designed for newbies and old-timers. At 58 with a wrecked shoulder, that is me. Their Kraken is the best thing I have thrown and different plastic versions of it do different things. Love it!! The Lawin driver and Narwahl & Golem putters are also pretty cool.

[@NickArnette]

Yes, I did a review of Divergent Discs. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onvWp6B-dsp-hdUsi=aHDDwdT6iNXbL4qC

[@Sundaymike1]

@@NickArnette thank you.

[@nicholasrose3927]

I’m 46, but I’m just starting out and have a bad shoulder, so I have some thoughts on great beginner discs for slower arms. MVP Glitch - this thing is a the closest thing to chucking a frisbee in disc golf. Tons of glide and it is a one speed. It also gives great feedback on release angles. Latitude 64 River - this thing has seven glide on a fairway driver and flies really straight without loads of arm speed. In Opto or Opto Air plastic, it will feel great and is very durable (I prefer Opto).

[@NickArnette]

Yes, I love the Glitch for exactly that reason, it flies like a Frisbee. If you're throwing the River well, your arm speed and form is probably pretty good. I have an Opto River. I reviewed it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/goWZqGqaiZyqosUsi=eD9cduckGoOSI0YA. If you like the River. Try a Lat 64 Opto Maul (super hard to find). It's similar to the River but easier to throw. I compared them both here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpyviKJ4i7F0b80si=3Ip7cEMniVYsflVF

[@Alec_Smahrt]

Hi, I just wanted to add a note on the blizzard plastic. It is possible to get it in weights so light, that they do actually fly easy like some of the lighter or more understable/flippy/easy turning DX plastic. In particular, I recently found in a used bin for $5 a blizzard champion Destroyer at a mere 131 grams of weight. That’s so light that it actually floats very well in water, even when fully submerged by hand. It takes almost zero effort to throw, but goes as far for me as much heavier discs which require more effort. The trade-off is that it’s more susceptible to the influence of the wind, be it positive or negative. The advantage over baseline/DX plastic is that it’s more sturdy, and so will not get chewed up on the edges so quickly and so badly, and therefore it will retain consistent flight characteristics for longer. It also floats, as mentioned. Finally, in my experience, having such a high speed and ordinarily over-stable (hard fade) disc in such a light weight seems to provide a really nice and straight flight over a surpassingly long distance, whereas my beloved mambas have a far more curvy path to get there. Now, your mileage may vary, and innova is known for having a lot of variance in their runs of the same disc products. However, if you can find a destroyer that weighs less than 140g, maybe consider giving it a shot, especially the closer you get to 130g. It really does feel like a bit of magic throwing it, like throwing a hard puff of air, and watching it soar. I parked and birdied a 340ft par 3 hole today with it that I’ve never birdied before in the 14 months I’ve been playing, having played this course many dozens of times.

[@NickArnette]

Wow, didn't know they made Destroyers so light. That's awesome. A friend of mine throws Mambas in the 130s and gets a lot of distance out of them. I might try flicking my Blizzard Beast and see if I can get a good flight out it...especially if it might float!! I've been working on my forehand. It seems to be making up for my low arm speed. At this point, I'm getting about the same distance with my forehand and backhand. Nice chatting!! Appreciate your comments!

[@spaceman61]

Im very new too, Im 62. For a while I was buying the premium plastic discs the pros are using and getting along... But then I tried some other discs in lighter weight and now Im making better progress. Discs like the FD, the Wraith, and the Stag and Bear. As far as the short game stuff everyone is using like the Buzz, Zone, ect you need power to get them to go 200', so I tried a Fuse and its a great short game disc for me even as a 6 speed. If I had to pick 3 discs, Fuse, FD and Wraith ( and a putter ) If I had to play a round with just 1 disc its the Fuse

[@NickArnette]

I actually tried to buy a lightweight Fuse this week but couldn't find one. All out of stock. Hope to get try one out one of these days. I have a Wraith. I only use it when it's windy. I can throw other discs better and farther that aren't as fast.

[@spaceman61]

Im thinking the old guys rule style is to use your 7 iron instead of your 9 iron

[@NickArnette]

@@spaceman61 Yes, the numbers don't matter so much. Just throw the discs that you can throw the best1

[@kyleroeder7226]

Discmania genius is a good one

[@JBearwa]

Couple tips: - Always warm up and stretch for 5 min! 5-10 gentle bends for the hips and legs, then 5-10 easy twists at the hip, easy rotate your arms, and your neck during stretches. Good for any age but at 58 I need to stretch before anything. - Always get bright color discs. It will save you so much time and headaches finding them in the trees or grass. Most of my discs are white or pink. - Work on throwing flat releases from a deep reach back then pulling across the chest, with out turning your wrist or moving your arm up or down at the release. Don’t try to stop your arm when you release. Let it follow through and across, this will help you not hurt yourself and make your disc go farther. These will really help you get consistent flat controlled throws. Great channel I look forward to your other videos!

[@cliftonfameree4436]

All great tips. My bag is filled with different shades of pink, as I find it to stand out the best against a green field(literally and figuratively).

[@waynejones795]

THANK YOU, NICK! Different bodies need different discs. People who can rapidly coil and uncoil their torso to throw with more speed often don't understand that older players, (as well as anyone not able to throw fast for a number of different reasons) need different discs and different advice to throw them well. I am 77, and the only joint I have without arthritis is my artificial hip. But after discovering lightweight discs, I can now keep up with (and often beat) my "younger" friends who are only in their 60s.

[@NickArnette]

Perfectly said, my friend!!

[@jacksonpyle-eu3wu]

I am 86 been playing 3 years. Try a combat 3 for mid straight shots. Also good for drives on shorter holes in the woods.

[@NickArnette]

86 and playing disc golf! You are my hero! I would like to interview you for my channel. Would you be up for it?

[@alexflynn8753]

Nick, this is great to see!! I feel like so many people are afraid to be amateur at something. I appreciate what you’re doing here.

[@ryansuter4424]

Mamba is a good recommendation for a driver!

[@jgildeajr]

Westside underworld seems to be a great beginner driver for my newbie friends. I think a lightweight Crave could be a good first step into fairways too, as its in between a traditional mid and fairway. Rule of thumb, understable and lightweight discs will provide more glide(and usually by association, distance) to someome with a slower arm. These all seem to be great auggestions!

[@NickArnette]

Thanks for the information and the disc suggestions. I'm gonna' look into them!

[@rogerurbanek1564]

My Dad is 55 years old and for Father’s Day last year I gave him a 147 gram Axiom Crave. Flight numbers are 6.5/5/-1/1. It’s in the fission (lightweight plastic) He loves it! He throws it straight as an arrow for 200+ feet. I have a max weight Crave that I love. It’s essentially a Hex that goes 20-40 feet further. Check it out!

[@robertsabljak5434]

My 158 gram Underworld is my favorite disc. I just learned how to flip to flat because I started turning it over as I gained more arm speed. Now I can throw straight as an arrow again!

[@dewil7313]

Underworld is really nice, you can throw hyzerflips, rollers and slow turning shots with it so it's really usable even when you gain a bit more "speed"

[@jgildeajr]

@@dewil7313 it actually can become an absolute treasure when you develope a fair amount of power too. It's hard to find discs that will still hold a turn, even when youre throwing over trees. A great, significantly understandable disc can be invaluable when you have access to even more airspace. These days I use it for over the tree shots and uphill hyzer flips :)

[@johnanderson7076]

The light-weight Blizzard plastic stuff works well as long as the wind isn't blowing hard. I'm primarily a TeeBird / TL3 guy, but I've found the Blizzard Beast to fly with kind of an S shaped path and the Blizzard Wraith to fly straight with a little fade at the end. I probably have a 7-9 speed arm, but the Wraith works (in Blizzard). The Sidewinder is a good call, lots of glide. A River is a great disc. Lots of glide for low speed throwers and very straight.

[@NickArnette]

Nice suggestions. Sounds like you throw pretty well and have good arm speed based on the discs you mentioned. Good for you, my friend! That's awesome!! Glad you're out there throwing well!

[@chrisbamberger1996]

Thanks for making these videos! I'm a woman, over 50, who has played casually for many years, but this summer I've been going out 2-3 times a week to local courses with my college-aged son. He's the one who told me about your channel. I don't think I've managed to throw over 100ft yet, but with low weight discs, I'm starting to get the pretty curving flight path that before I only saw on videos. My score hasn't improved much, but I'm enjoying the game much more. I think YOU are Awesome, too!

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much for your comments! I'm really glad to hear you're out there playing on a regular basis! Here's an odd disc you might enjoy: DINO DISCS - PTERODACTYLUS. They are super light, about 125g. They are made for super low arm speeds. I will be reviewing it in an upcoming episode. I threw it with my non-dominant arm and still got a pretty good flight out of it! Keep on being awesome out there, and be sure to tell your son he is super awesome for taking his super cool mom disc golfing!

[@terryainsworth6614]

So good to see a video aimed at seniors. I'm 65 and have a course across the street from my house so I get out quite a bit. The problem here in Eastern Ontario is that Canadian Disc sellers can't or are hesitant to order light weight discs. When they do manage to get some in those few are snapped up quickly. Shipping fees into Canada makes it too costly to order from the US. Hopefully your video will encourage our local vendors to stock some lighter weight discs for the ever growing senior disc golfer community.

[@NickArnette]

Great point! Lightweigh discs are hard to find! When I search for discs they are usually avaiable only in max weights! So frustrating!

[@sjutton99]

Jumping in: One of the best places I’ve found to find lightweight discs cheap is the Innova factory store F2 discs. I jumpstarted my disc collection with these. Great way to find what you like or get more practice discs of your favs. I absolutely agree with your comment about need an old guy disc channel!

[@kevincobb4346]

I purchased a diamond after watching your video because my arm does not allow me to throw high speed. That is absolutely my new favorite disc! I am so glad I found your video and appreciate the advice. Now I’m looking for more that fly like it does! Thank you again.

[@NickArnette]

I am sooo happy that the Diamond worked out for you! I have a couple of them. Thanks for sharing the good news!!

[@JZMartinez]

Thank you for furthering the my understanding of the use of the word "farther." 🙂

[@NickArnette]

🤣YES!!!

[@yeadogthazmyboi]

Great video. Lot of solid information

[@NickArnette]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AlabamaRatties]

Great video! As a 65 yo dudette, of course I have slow arm speed. So I was happy to see a video targeted towards seniors and slow throwers. Thanks for the info. I wish more seniors , especially women, would give disc golf a try. Usually I'm the oldest and only female I see out there.

[@NickArnette]

Glad to hear from a dudette!! Hooray!! Way to represent!! We need more boomer dudettes out there on the course!!

[@reneeeiier4818]

I am almost your age, 61 yo dudette here. I am also the oldest woman I ever see playing.

[@ryansuter4424]

If you want to save money get Lower weight and understable disks in a premium plastic 12:49 ( disks that have a -2 to -5 3rd number in a premium plastic. If that disk is not going straight and is too stable than get the base plastic.

[@NickArnette]

Great point!! Well said!!

[@mikebasmajian8135]

Nick, thanks for putting this out. I'm upper 50s and started playing a few years ago to get out during Covid. I have since fallen in love with the game. My arm speed is "ok" and, like all of us, I continue to work on form. My early on "go to" discs were Diamond, Buzzz and Dagger all three of which I still have in my bag (in slightly heavier weights). Your advice about light discs is spot on. Remember the physics ... you can get faster arm speed with lighter discs so it's easier to throw higher speeds and get discs to fly as intended. From the Diamond I wanted a Jade but the store was out so I bought a Sapphire and have never looked back. My most used drivers/fairway drivers are all under 170g. THAT'S THE LESSON!

[@NickArnette]

Mike!! Great point!!! You get faster arm speed because the disc is lighter!! So simple. Thanks for sharing. Well said, my friend!! Makes perfect sense!! The Sapphire is awesome but I'm a little too slow to throw it right.

[@richardcarloni8937]

Glad I found your channel! I messed up my shoulder last summer feeling much better now but I am starting out with a slower arm speed until I can throw with more confidence. I am going on 67 this year and my absolute favourite disc is my Zone where I am deadly accurate using my forehand at about the 180ft range. My compliments on your selections the Buzz and the Glitch I bag both, I am currently working with discs under the 11 speed, mostly 9 and 8 speed. It's nice hearing from somebody our age talk discs! Keep it up!

[@NickArnette]

Hey Richard!! Thanks for your comment!! I'm learning to throw a forehand. Do you find it's a little easier on the arms and shoulders than a backhand? I can throw almost as far with a forehand now but my throws are very inconsistent. There are some discs that I can throw better backhanded than forehand. I'm keeping most of my discs at 9-speed and under with just a couple exceptions. I need to try the Zone!!

[@richardcarloni8937]

@@NickArnette Before I pulled the ligaments in my shoulder I was always throwing forehand, I had great distance and used my backhand for shorter throws (I guess it was a baseball thing with me). Now that my shoulder is a lot better I am using my forehand for shots at the basket with my zone and relying more on my backhand (until I can bring my distance back up with my forehand). Right now I am about even throwing either way. Hopefully I can build them up at the same time.

[@NickArnette]

@@richardcarloni8937 Richard, did you pull the ligaments in your shoulder throwing forehand in DG? I have no pain when I throw my forehands properly but afterward, I have soreness in the upper chest area near the clavicle. I'm hoping is just a muscle that needs to build up. I don't throw forehands hard to avoid injury.

[@richardcarloni8937]

@@NickArnette It started by throwing forehand with me trying to increase my distance and throwing wrong in the process. I went to my backhand so I was able to continue throwing last summer but then it started to affect me there too. Took off for the winter, took it easy on the old arm but it didn't help. With some physical therapy and three shots later, now I am able to play again.

[@trentash2442]

Great recommendation on the Latitude Easy To Throw Line; The Diamond and Jade are both excellent discs for slower arms. One of my favorite discs is the Discraft Glide, which is a bit of a mix between mid and a fairway driver and is a very straight, point and shoot disc for those without a lot of power, with the Discraft Sting the next step up in stability.

[@NickArnette]

Discraft Glide. Sounds like a good one! I need to check it out!! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@TheHawg5254]

Thank you for this video. I've been looking all over for disc golf videos for old guys. I'm 71 and have been playing for about one and a half years. My favorites are DX Mamba, Opto Air Diamond, Westside Underworld in VIP Air plastic, DX Tee Bird. For sharp left turns and wind I like the DX Eagle and DX Wraith. Understable is DX Sidewinder. My favorite straight mids are Wombat3 and Mako3, overstable is Roc3, understable is Discraft Stratus and Lat 64 Pearl. Thanks again, and keep them coming!!!

[@NickArnette]

You have a faster arm than me, my friend. I have a Wombat and can rarely get a good flight out of it. Love the Roc3!. I might try a DX Teebird. I had a Teebird in Champion plastic and couldn't throw it.

[@TheHawg5254]

@@NickArnette , I can't throw anything in Champion plastic.

[@DBZSeanzie]

Hey Nick good stuff from the heart. Don’t forget the impact that the wind can have on your discs. A lot of the discs you like when it’s windy are higher speed discs. You may be throwing into a headwind which is typically a time when you want to disc up to a faster disc. If it’s a tail wind you typically want to disc down. What a great ambassador to the sport. Well done sir!

[@NickArnette]

Excellent point! I mentioned that in my most recent video. I like to use my Air Escape when I'm throwing into the wind. My understable discs tend to turn and burn into the wind!

[@kevinbramlett6938]

Good stuff, Nick. 60 year old guy here, been playing disc golf since the 80's. I find the Axiom line works really well for my noodle arm. Axiom is owned by MVP Discs, and some of the discs can be found in both lines (example: Crave), but the Axiom discs are for mortal arms. I play with a younger friend who has a cannon, and he throws a lot of MVP, they fly really well for him, but my arm cannot get them to turn over and glide. I love the Crave, the Hex, the Rhythm, the Insanity, the Virus, the Inspire, and the Paradox, all great for older arms or anyone without a cannon who still wants to be able to toss a straight line for 150-250 feet. I also use the Axiom Envy putter right now, but I'm considering a switch to the Proxy, since it turns easier and fades less, which is good in a putter.

[@NickArnette]

Great comments! MVP and Axiom are both wonderful. I keep adding them to my collection! Tonight I ordered a Fission Insanity !!

[@JWH54]

I am almost 70, and took up disc golf a year ago. I agree the Hex is a great disc. Love the sidewinder, learning to do rollers with it right now. The Insanity is a very easy to throw disc. My favorite when I first started, the first disc I really learned to hyzer flip, was a Retro Fuse.

[@NickArnette]

Way to rock it at 70! I have an Insanity. My arm has to be at its absolute best to make it fly right. You have yourself a great arm, my friend!

[@Jinxid77]

Old dudette here, I've had some fun with the zero gravity plastics line from lattitude 64, they're extremely light, about 125g. They've got a pretty neat selection of discs in that plastic. (just 4, but really as a beginner thats more than enough.) That was key for me to finally see the full "s" curve of a throw. Thanks for a great video. Very cool to see some new ideas for light alternatives.

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much for mentioning the zero gravity line from Latitude 64. I'm going to have to try a few and have them handy for when I'm introducing people to disc golf. Old Dudettes rule!! We need to see many more of them out on the course!!

[@michaelleake353]

I love this!! I’m about 20 years younger and originally started playing in the late 90’s. I’m still pretty athletic but I’m so happy to see this!! I’m glad you’re putting out some good recommendations. This is such a great sport to get into at any age. Keep up the good work and thank you for your efforts.

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much!! I guess I'll put out a few more of these and see where it goes! Glad there's some interest.

[@IRRIGATIONKINGS]

I just got my father into disc golf. He's 74. Great video!

[@markrodriguez3095]

Love this video by the way. Great for us older guys just wanting to enjoy the game. You cant do the right job without the right tools i say. Thanks!!

[@JohnBalod]

Thanks Nick! I am 62 and enjoyed your video. Looking forward to more disc golf perspective from someone my age. +1 on the Hex!

[@NickArnette]

Thanks so much! I'm already thinking about my next few DG videos!

[@CoreyCoolins]

Thank you for making this, I really want to get my parents into it and this is perfect

[@NickArnette]

I'm really happy to hear that!! I think they'll really enjoy it. How fun that you could all go out there and play together!!

[@silverfoxdiscgolf]

awesome, thanks for making this video Nick!

[@NickArnette]

Thanks for watching it!!

[@amackclassic6737]

Nick's right! Not enough older guys out there! I'm so glad he mentioned the MAMBA! Best beginner Disc of all time!

[@thehauntedfisherman1792]

Great video my friend!! I'm 56 and new to this sport but I'm fully addicted now. Keep up the good work!

[@NickArnette]

Great to hear you're loving disc golf! The main thing is to keep having fun, and I guarantee, it will continue to be fun! Enjoy!!

[@HuckBuddies]

Innova dragon 158 grams, its also a floating disc. 😊 Thank you for your insight.

[@NickArnette]

I reviewed the Dragon in another video if you want to check it out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqXTm42Elsl6g6csi=DOD9T04A5ptLotXW Some people love it, others....not so much. I always have it with me when I play near water!! I've made it float many times! haha!!

[@jenniferlee3635]

I'm 57 years old and my go to disc's are the Innova Sidewinder, Westside Hatchet, Innova Mako 3 or Innova Atlas. Putters for approach MVP anode and foe putting the Paige pierce fierce.

[@mynamesnotwally]

Thank you, Nick. I just turned 65 and my daughter and son-in-law recently gave me a starter pack that is similar to your recommendations. You've inspired me to get out there and have some fun. Unfortunately there aren't too many courses near me in Chicago. But for now all I need is a park with space and a basket to practice on.

[@NickArnette]

Yes, at least in Chicago you probably have plenty of parks where you can set up your basket. Right? I live in LA and it takes a while to get to the DG courses with all the traffic. I love Chicago.... especially Portillos!!

[@nedVenturesOut]

Great video!! I’m 67. Been playing a while! Battled with cancer last year. And won but lost 50 lbs and all my distance. I now throw mostly mid ranges (. Love rocs. 162 gm. ). Don’t need a lot of arm speed and they will glide a long way!! I do have a destroyer in my bag. 175 gm. That is used for going around corners or trees because with my slow arm speed it bends corners very easy! So higher speed discs can be used by older people but for different reasons! Keep discing!!

[@NickArnette]

You are awesome!! Congrats on your recovery and for staying out there on the disc golf course!! Great point about using discs for different things. I too, have some discs that I know will fly super overstable for me to get me around some corners. Again, happy to hear you're well, my friend!!

[@ZekeBriarcliff]

Amen. Find the right disc for YOUR ARM and skill level. I started with stoopid choices such as a Destroyer. I also was coming from more of an ultimate background so thought that heavy was better... It took a while but now I have a bag that suits me. I avoid uber-overstable discs and keep my weight in my range (around 170 nowadays.)

[@NickArnette]

Yes! Excactly! I was lucky to have a friend who told me about using lighter weigh discs. I'm also glad I don't worry about the speed number, I just throw what I can throw well!

[@ZekeBriarcliff]

@@NickArnette When I started there was maybe 10% of the instructional content there is now. We were flying pretty blind back then. It was sheer love of the game that kept me playing. Thanks for speaking to the noobs who really need it.

[@NickArnette]

@@ZekeBriarcliff I had no idea there would be so many people who feel the same way I do. Thanks a million for your comments and insights.

[@jeffpeterson939]

We are not old we are well seasoned. I enjoy all the info .

[@NickArnette]

Well seasoned indeed! I love it. 😀

[@VirginiaBikeTrails]

Great video, Nick. I am an old guy just getting into disc golf. My favorite Innova discs are: TL3, Hawkeye, Mako3, Dart, and Xero (great for putting).

[@NickArnette]

I am actually throwing drivers to putt sometimes. I throw them fast...before they have a chance to turn. I've made some pretty good putts with them!! Whatever works...right?

[@RobPatterson78]

Great video.. I have low arm speed due to a bicep tendon tear and being a beginner. Latitude 64 River, Saint, Jade are all awesome in opto plastic. Innova Leppard 3 in champion plastic is another great beginner disc. Discmania Essence is good too.

[@NickArnette]

Thanks so much, Rob!! I am going to get me and Opto Saint the next time I buy some discs!

[@dalehodgson3345]

Great video! I totally agree; not enough good info out there for us "Grandmasters". I've been playing for 10 years and am turning 65. Had both knees replaced but absolutely love playing and get out there as often as I can. You gave a good choice for discs. What I would say is also look at and understand exactly what the flight mean. Use them as a guide; I go for a bit understable, high glide and a little fade at the end. Weight is a factor as well. The young guys can throw max weight but I'll leave it up t them to do it. After years of trial and error I came up with a decent combo for myself and they are all over the map. Drivers/fairways are Blizzard Beast 136g, Mamba 148g, Mamba 139g, Jade at 152g, Sidewinder at 153g, Envy at 154g. Mids are Mako 3, Foxbat and Buzz...all right around 160g. Putters are the Glitch for long putts, Ion for inside the circle. Some of my discs may overlap a little but all behave differently in the wind so I can adjust if need be.

[@NickArnette]

Great list o' discs! Hadn't heard of the Foxbat. I looked it up. Looks like a really good one! Thanks for sharing!!

[@ConsensusReality]

Thanks for the video; I'm 71 and started about a year ago.

[@NickArnette]

That's awesome. It's such a great game. Glad you're out there enjoy it!!

[@mjevans9368]

Thanks for putting the content out there, Nick. I am 54 and play in the 50+AM group with my local club. I was a pandemic player so still relatively new. I definitely fall into the Low Arm Speed club as well. Some great discs you shared here! One thing I'll add about the base plastics. Yes, they are less expensive. In my experience, they beat in quite easily and the flight of some base plastics can change noticeably from one round to the next, possibly even within the same round. I was throwing Innova Valkyries in base (DX) plastic for a while. Those discs worked great for me but they'd all reach a point where it became a challenge to NOT have them turn over on me with every drive. Therefore I only used each disc for a relatively brief time before retiring it. Eventually I picked up a couple light weight Valkyries in Star or GStar plastic. I've had those around for a while now.

[@NickArnette]

I took up the sport during the pandemic as well. So glad to have DG to help get us through it!

[@larrypuckett4648]

Thank you so much from an old guy (67) recovering from shoulder replacement (11/4/22). I played a lot in the 80s and 90s, still had my bag but am gradually replacing with much lighter plastic. this video hit the sweet spot for me!

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much, my friend!! Glad you're still out there slinging plastic!!

[@larrypuckett4648]

Thank you Nick - I'm just really happy to be put there disguising my exercise!

[@Deanvandam]

I’m 56, and just trying to get into disk golf. Haven’t been on a course yet, just playing around in the back yard. Good to see guys over 60 just starting. I was thinking I was too old to start.

[@JohnRider]

Hehe, never to old to start!

[@mattrobnett58]

I love seeing older people on the course - I have so much respect for people trying new things! I'm 39 and have been building a large group of fellow old-ish people who've never played. It warms my heart when I see bad throws out there 🤙 onward and upward!!

[@NickArnette]

Get out there on the course! You'll love it! Try to find a shorter course if you can for your first round. Just go out there and enjoy. It's all about just getting out there and enjoying yourself.

[@williamwerner7599]

Good for you staying out there being active. My mother in law is 68 and sits in a chair watching tv all day. I’ve been playing for a few years as well. Did play once in the late 80’s. As far as that leopard disc? That’s my son’s best disc to throw.

[@NickArnette]

I had a Leopard in my starter pack. Loved it, and then someone told me to get a 165g Leopard in G-Star plastic. It was a completely different disc for me. I could not throw it well at all. Finally, after four years I can throw it. It's pretty good in the wind and it also flicks well. Whatever Leopard your son is throwing, if he's throwing it well, he should stick with it. Recently, I've been throwing a 149g Mamba a lot, and a 165g Crave as a mid-range. The Crave is really fast and it's great in the wind. The main thing is to have fun out there and throw what you can throw without too much effort to avoid injuries. I had a bad case of tennis elbow it took over two years to get rid of so I don't try to throw too hard or too much, anymore.

[@joeblow2426]

Hi Nick, You throw well, backhand and forehand,considering your age and you’ve only played for a couple of years. Yes, you are right about slower, more understable discs. But what older players need to concentrate on is fitness and flexibility. It is important to hit the gym twice a week, and probably more important to warm up before and stretch afterward. Before a round, dynamic stretching is essential to warm up. Do not static stretch before a round (unless, perhaps, you take Yoga). Static stretching does not generally warm muscles. Warm muscles, tendons, and ligaments are what you need to stretch, and this is what dynamic stretching does. The Disc Golf Strong site has good dynamic routines. Afterward don’t do dynamic stretching. This is the time for static stretching to stretch out those warm tired muscles, but don’t wait more than 10 minutes after you play, you’ll tighten up as you cool down! Another way to improve flexibility is to practice Yoga. Yoga helps with muscle tone and the improved flexibility is more important than weight lifting alone.

[@NickArnette]

Thanks so much for sharing this. I hadn't heard about Disc Golf Strong. Your comments are super helpful. I will be doing future video about this so your comments are much appreciated!! Thanks for saying I throw well!! I don't hear that very often. haha!!

[@dean1838]

Thanks Nick, great content! I am a 65-year old as well playing for 2 years. Drivers: Innova Mamba and Innova Tern (12-speed). Fairways: Lattitude 64 Diamond and Westside Underworld (7-speed, I used to throw the Discmania Genius, it is also good for slow arm speeds). Midranges: Gateway Element (the Gateway Mystic is also good) and RPM Piwakawaka (this disc flies dead straight, but you can't get it in low weight). Three other comments; for a particular mold, you can get different plastics to get variations in stability. For instance, I have champion, star, and g-star mambas, all the same weight (around 160 grams) but they fly with more or less stability (tendency to fade left). The primary reason this is a good thing is because wind affects the flight of the discs and you can change discs for different wind and throw the disc the same way. Second, if you aren't sure what discs you can make fly, get a 3-speed, a 4-speed, a 5-speed, a 6-speed, etc. with the same weight and last 3 flight numbers (glide, turn, fade) and then throw them to see which you can make fly with your arm speed. When I first did this, I discovered I could throw a 4-speed fast enough to make it fly, but not a 5-speed. As my arm speed improved, I started throwing 5, 6, 7,..., all the way to 12 speed discs. Even so, everything 6 and over still needs to be understable (negative turn flight number, more negative as disc speed increases) for me to avoid a hyzer dump shot shape. Lastly, when you find what speed disc you are able to throw and make it fly, PRACTICE THROWING FLAT shots. Throwing flat is the beginning to understanding how discs fly and what discs you can throw.

[@NickArnette]

Wow!! Thanks so much for sharing this with all of us, Dean. That's awesome that your arm speed is improving. How did you improve your arm speed?

[@kirkNJ]

65-year old dude here representing! Been a avid disc thrower for decades. Getting more into golf. Can't throw it more than about 280 ft. Looking to improve my technique.

[@NickArnette]

That's awesome! I wish I could throw 280! That's pretty darn good! I bet you have some pretty cool, classic discs! I'm working on not trying too hard so I don't hurt my elbow. I've been battling tennis elbow for a couple years. I need to take it easy so I can keep enjoying the game.

[@heritageoakwinery4969]

Thanks for the encouragement. I’m 71 and just started three months ago. I’ve discovered that lighter discs work better for me also. I throw a lot of the Prodigy discs, like the M4 and M4 “air”. I haven’t hit 250 feet yet, but I’m having fun.

[@NickArnette]

I like the sound of the M4 air! Good for you for getting out there!!

[@luisuribe104]

I'm 60 and I just switched from ball golf to disc. It just got too expensive. Thank you for you vids, they're great. I'm from LA but now live in Denver and love the access to courses in the Mile High City. I just wish I would have started with DG sooner. Thanks again.

[@NickArnette]

That's awesome!! I grew up in Denver. I spend several months a year there taking care of my dad. What courses do you play in the Denver area? Village Greens is a good course if you haven't played it and if you want a less crowded course, Centre Hills in Aurora is good. There are some water holes so keep that in mind. You might want to carry a floating disc with you...like a Dragon. Speaking from many water landings. haha!!

[@LearnwithGern2025]

This is one of THE best clips on KZbin for DiscGolfers over 50 or with slower arm speeds! Nick is a great teacher and his enthusiasm is contagious! I would add the Star ROADRUNNER if you want a disc that will anhyzer nicely for you (as a right hander, throwing a backhand....it will go to the right). Nick...More vids please!

[@NickArnette]

Hey everybody! @adamchristing3032 is the guy who got me into disc golf and told me about throwing lighter discs!! He's one of my best friends of all time!!

[@brettmchan2855]

What a great video! We need to see more older people out there! The infinite discs maya is very similar to mamba and their discs are cheap! I don't know if they have a bunch of weight options but something to look into.

[@tombohr5802]

Great video. I am 66 and have been playing since the 80's. I remember when if you threw 350' you were a beast. I am amazed by the distances the kids throw these days. I have a bunch of disc's that are PDGA approved but were made prior to the flight numbering. We used to play courses where the holes used trees with two rings of tape to mark the baskets. I love the enthusiasm the young players have, but I also kind of miss when disc golf was a stoner sport player by tie dyed shirt wearing deadheads.

[@NickArnette]

Right on! That's so cool that you're old school! Most of the time if I play with a young dude I'm lucky if my second shot gets to where their first shot landed! I often wonder how far I could have thrown in my 20s and 30s. Now I'm lucky to get 225 and I'm pretty much OK with it.

[@tombohr5802]

Drive for show, putt for dough! ​@@NickArnette

[@Kread999]

I did order a couple of new discs thinking lighter was better, I usually throw a DX Destroyer 145-150 so I ordered a couple of factory seconds from Innova a 132g star boss and a 136g tern, I found both for me were terrible backhand, but amazingly great for forehands, the easiest 200ft plus ever for me, both pull out of Anni super well, and the other day into a 10-15 mph wind they were excellent

[@NickArnette]

I have a Tern 146g. I can't throw it well backhanded, but I've had some great throws with it forehand.

[@wooky5461]

As a fellow old dude…..great vid

[@tedkeith7179]

Great advice Nick! I'm 64 and have played for 35 years. I love my Diamonds! I always say the DX Stingray is a fantastic starter disc. A little straighter even than the Cobra. My distance drivers are 134g Starlite Wraiths, which were discontinued unfortunately. But I can throw a Diamond almost as far. I use Sidewinders too. Another good driver is the Roadrunner. And yes, as light as possible.

[@NickArnette]

I have the Roadrunner on my list. I meant to order it last time but forgot. The Cobra is super straight so that says a lot about the Stingray!!

[@thatdudewelove8498]

Thank you for sharing this! Goes to show that even the older folk can teach us young bucks a thing or two!

[@markhansen8039]

Nice video Nick, I’m 61 and have been playing for about 5 years now. I like your suggestion of lighter weight discs. I have been playing disc golf with my 30 year old son and have probably been too influenced by his disc selections. I’m going to get some lightweight discs and see if I can get more distance with the same effort with those. Thanks for emphasizing that!

[@NickArnette]

Yes, I think you'll be really pleased with the distance you get with the lighter discs, and if they are too flippy you can give them a hyzer release!...at the very least, they are easier to throw!

[@hectorlopez-ys5dw]

Great video. I am 66 years old. Started playing 3 months ago. I throw Underworld and insanity drivers, claymore and mustang midranges, and I love the Ohm, nomad, and harp putters. Glad to see other old guys getting into the sport. 3 months in and I’m loving it.

[@NickArnette]

I have an Insanity that's too heavy for me. I'm gonna' get one in fission plastic and see what I can do! Thanks for the putter recommendations!

[@imthenoid69]

Wow awesome video, I wish this was around years ago when I started. A friend got me started and handed me a Destroyer so I cracked up when I saw you show the same disc. Lightweight and type of plastic are the key for us seniors! I got to where I could throw over a couple hundred feet and tried Champion plastic and it was just a waste of money. The disc I seem to throw best is probably the Diamond and I have two that weigh in at 133g but unfortunately I cant seem to find them anymore. I have also found a few Innova DX discs that weighed under 120g which really helped my game. Those ultra lightweight discs are great for learning but now I throw too hard for that weight and they just crash. I have most of the discs that you mentioned but unfortunately I didn't have a guide like this when I started so I wasted hundreds of dollars on discs I couldn't throw and still cant. Thanks!

[@NickArnette]

Thanks so much for your message. Yes, I too have wasted hundreds on discs I can't throw. Champion is one of the worst for me, but even worse than that is Blizzard Champion. Lightweight, but super overstable!! Lots of lightweight discs seem to be sold out, so the demand is there. The main thing for me is why work so hard to throw a heavier driver when a lighter one will do the same thing with less effort and strain on the body? Right?

[@mwayne7953]

Great video! I'm 65...been playing for about 8-9 years now... keeping in mind I am a fair weather golfer so I have played 1-2 times a month on average and sit out the full winter that really sets me back a bit. Still love the cheaper plastic...just seems like a better grip...keepin em light as well...go to discs are my 150 dx Wraith and Beast...always have a Mamba in my bag and do like my Valkyrie as well my Discraft X Heat...the Tern is also a decent choice for slower arms... usually putt with whatever's in my hand but do have Aviar and an old Birdie...wish there were more of us senior players...play by myself unless my son drops over...young guns are just too hard to keep up with 😎 Keep em flyin !!!

[@NickArnette]

Glad you're still out there. There are some cool young guns out there that I'm sure would enjoy having you play with them! One of the things about disc golf is you can step away from it for a while and be back to where you were pretty quickly. I've played with guys who were actually even better when they came back after a long break,. Yeah, I heard about a guy who putts with his driver upside down!

[@gregoryrussell4588]

I’m 56 and have been playing for about a year. My go to disc is the Innova tee bird. It’s a fairway driver but can definitely be used as a distance driver and midrange.

[@NickArnette]

I think it's a great disc. I bought one but couldn't throw it very well. It was in Champion plastic, so maybe that's why...at least for me.

[@ScottFichterrRandom]

Nick, keep making videos like these. You have found a fantastic niche with this subject.

[@NickArnette]

Yeah, I did this on a whim, but I think we need a forum. I will do my best to put out a few more. I had no idea there woud be so much interest. I'm so glad there is!!

[@NathanB417]

I started a few years ago at 25/26 with zero athletic background and I can tell you right now you are right on the money with this, absolutely great advice for anyone coming into disc golf 👍

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your comment. Glad you agree with what I had to say! Keep havin' fun out there on the DG course!

[@jaymarsh5844]

Your advice is spot on. I would also recommend a Hatchet (Westside Discs) very similar to the Jade with even more glide. You can get them in lower weights too.

[@Quixote56]

I bag a Hatchet. For me, it is more stable than a Diamond or Underworld but less stable than a River

[@harlemrampage2010]

River.

[@charleslowery1639]

@@Quixote56 I love a Hatchet I have four of them. I do turn them over right now but later if I’m still able to play I might need them. Keep throwing!

[@jeremewall6843]

I am 50 started playing bout year and a half ago. MVP has discs with fission microbubble technology. I have a 12 speed octane that only weighs 158 grams. They make a lot of different speeds with that teck. great discs

[@NickArnette]

Thanks for letting me know about Fission plastic. I love MVP discs. Good to know they have some lighter versions.

[@ryansuter4424]

If wombat 3 is too stable than try the gateway mystic in sure grip plastic. Pirate in the the latitude 64 beginner set can be tried too

[@bushlite333]

Absolutely great video Nick. I was playing with some friends yesterday and it was amazing watching this older couple who were in their 60's, maybe 70's even, play a round and they were doing amazing. I hope to be able to do the same when I get to that age. I would also like to say the Innova Valkyrie, West Side Discs Hatchet, and the Latitude 64 River have all been amazing discs for someone who can't get a ton of speed. Highly recommend them.

[@NickArnette]

I can't throw a River. I know it's a great disc. Might give the Hatchet a try if I can find one in a low enough weight. Thanks for sharing!

[@weezillblood]

46 playing 1yr. The Jade was my 1st Disc @ I love it, always in the bag. Great video!!! Nice GLITCH 💚

[@NickArnette]

Yeah, I love the Glitch!! It's a little touchy sometimes, but it never ceases to amaze me!!

[@robinmclean8779]

THANK YOU!!! I have been teaching mostly Seniors and Ams for 8 years and am shocked at how many have spent money on discs that just won't fly for them. Note that starting out with 'stable to understable' discs is almost as important as weight. Here are a few under-stable discs that will hold a line longer at slower speeds. Putters: Swan, Deputy, Ruby, Magic. Short Mids: Sol, Comet, Tangent, Panther, Theory. Fairway Drivers: Glide, Stratus, F7. Thanks again.

[@NickArnette]

Wow! Thanks so much for the list! Good on you for helping seniors and kids get started...and for finding discs for them they can actually throw!

[@thetruefrozy]

I'm 33, but feel 83 so honestly this video is perfect.

[@NickArnette]

That's cool, my friend. You're an old soul. You can hang out with us old dudes anytime!

[@thetruefrozy]

@@NickArnette I'm honored! Great video btw.

[@jeffgrossman2264]

Great video for this 61 year-old beginner. Just a few ideas to toss out there. I experimented with a few different weights and found the heavier disks worked better for me, stopping me from over-throwing and saving me some frustration in the wind by staying a bit more true. I picked up the starter pack, but it included a Destroyer which was definitely too much disc for me. Looking forward to watching the rest of the videos and seeing more in the future.

[@NickArnette]

Hey Jeff! If you can throw heavy discs, go for it! Whatever works best for you. The main thing is to have fun out there!!

[@gfkirchoff]

Nick, love the video! Keep em coming. 61 and playing every week.

[@NickArnette]

That's awesome!! Have fun out there, my friend!!

[@G3516dude]

Another really good midrange is my EMac Truth fusion, awesome disc for backhand and forehand approach touch shots. I love it.

[@NickArnette]

I have a Truth in Prime plastic. I really like it. It's 174 which is very heavy for me, but I can throw it fairly well

[@G3516dude]

Just checked mine and it’s 168gms, and it’s Champion TeeBird. I love it! Try and find one in the lower weight range. I’m 56 and don’t have a supper fast arm, only started playing Disc Golf at age 50.

[@rockinrobbin]

Hello Nick, thanx for sharing ... I am 69, started playing, in 2020 ... then began to play tournaments, the following year 2021 ... really did well... rated 827 ... had one round rated at 924 ... but last year I had 6 surgerys, the last surgery was a cardiac surgery to plugva hole, in the wall of my heart ... unfortunately I had a DVT ( blood clot) that had formed during a vascular surgery on my leg, and the surgeon did not catch it in time (should have had me on anticoagulants) but did not because I look like I am in my 40s or 50s ... so had a stroke(part of the clot passed thru the hole in the heart wall) now DG has become part of my rehab ... really looking forward to competing again soon ... u put out some great info for beginning older players ... keep up the good work ... and enjoy this wonderful sport ... have fun

[@NickArnette]

Hey friend!! I'm glad you're on the mend and back out there playing some DG!! Praying you'll be back out there playing tournaments sometime soon! In the meantime, enjoy just being back out there. Thanks so much for your comment. You're an inspiration!!

[@obhmusic]

Most needed video in the community !! Great job :D

[@NickArnette]

Thank you so much, my friend!!

[@WhiplashJoe]

KENNETH HAHN park!!!! My home base... man do I miss Holes 2 & 4.

[@NickArnette]

I played there today. I was the only one on the entire course. Probably because of the heat. I have played KH many many times and still do't have holes 2 and 4 dialed in. I have three pars in a row on 4 one time but then could never get the same throw from the same disc. Birdied hole 2 one time when I hadn't been playing that long, using a DX Sidewinder, I've never been close to a birdie on that hole ever since. I can usually par hole 2 but almost always bogie hole 4.