Advice for a 'one discer'...

[Jozzz]

I'm sure there have been plenty of thread topics posted about this in the past, but this has a slight tangent to it....

I have a friend who is going to Australia for a couple of years, and while he isn't a regular disc golfer; he is definitely an enthusiast. I wanted to give him a going away "care package," and in doing so I thought he would appreciate ONE disc to use when abroad. I wouldn't be asking an audience as such if I played with him regularly, as lives across the country. He was originally an ultimate player, so he plays great with midranges and 150 class/160g drivers.

So...advice? I throw mostly Innova and Discmania, so I thought a light weight S-line MD2 would be great. Or maybe a Mako or Roc. Anybody have any better ideas?

ETA: I would say his distance maxes out at roughly 300ft...

 

[turso]

Muh, my choice for one disc rounds is usually my Fuse.

 

[Jozzz]

Muh, my choice for one disc rounds is usually my Fuse.

Not feeling like reading the disc review...but I assume that is Lat 64's straight flyer? Opto plastic?

 

[jubuttib]

P-MD2. Or S-MD2. Straight C-MD2s work great too (flat and gummy are common symptoms), overstable ones aren't quite as workable.

The Fuse is more on the understable side, but very workable.

 

[J-Man]

Of the discs I know a little about, those I've thrown or throw, a Roc, Buzzz, or Wasp depending on whether or not he likes a bead. I'd also recommend high end plastic; it'll be stable longer, because it will last longer. And have him scour the local scene if there is one.
Fair journey,
'J'

 

[XCyclone]

Why just one? What's he going to putt with?

Opto fuse plus an Ion would work.

 

[Mad Scientist]

Z Buzzz, for sure.

 

[Jozzz]

Why just one? What's he going to putt with?

Opto fuse plus an Ion would work.

If it was me (and obviously you) I would bring several discs, but I know my friend will pack only the essentials; hence he would only consider one disc for his voyage. Actually, he wouldn't pack one at all unless I gave him one, hence my reasoning for this thread.

So far it sounds like the best options would be a MD-2, Buzz, or Fuse. I appreciate all of the input!

On a side note, would having a lighter weight disc help given his max D? My max weight C and S-line MD-2s are excellent for manipulating lines, but I don't know how this would translate for his caliber of play.

 

[MasterP97]

If not a mid, then a nice fairway driver like a leo, gazelle, cyclone, or xl.

 

[XCyclone]

You could also get him a DGR stamped Roc.

I'd suggest something in the 165-170g range.

 

[Amateur]

Z Buzzz, for sure.

Couldn't agree more.

 

[money 21]

i will throw out the new scout. the fuse roc buzz shark coyote all good choices. A star aero might work as well since he was an ultima player.

 

[VictorB]

I'd think an ultimate frisbee player would be very happy with a heavy Comet.

 

[rusch_bag]

My advice for a one discer is to get another disc.

 

[MasterP97]

I'd think an ultimate frisbee player would be very happy with a heavy Comet.

For that matter, get him a Rattler

 

[Loop]

I dont think he would get extra distance from a lighter mid-range, usually the heavier ones are straighter and more dependable. Lot of weight on the rim -> lot of spin -> $$$.

I would also recommend a C-MD2, if you can find a pink gummy one, then thats the disc you want to give him. Maybe de-flash it a little, so its more comfy in the hand.



I dont know if I like agreeing with Jubuttib on everything, but what can you do, the man has a great taste.

 

[DookieHyzer]

Star San Marino Roc, ready to go right off the shelf for drives, mids, and grippy enough for putts.

 

[Varsi]

We sometimes play single disc rounds. I think it's fun.

I'd recommend z buzzz or p/c-md2 as well. For shorter courses maybe star dart but in the end it's what works for you for approaches and putting.

 

[steve a]

I think the disc that plays the role of fairway driver mid and putter best would be the Z Buzzz. I have had some of my best rounds when I stuck to using that one disc for all shots but the putts. It also works well as a putter but it is hard for me to not putt with a wizard.

 

[Timko]

I'd recommend the Comet to someone coming from an ultimate background; that's normally the disc I suggest to anyone new to the game, and I think it's touch and glide are similar to that of an ultimate lid. It also makes a decent putter.