Can a basket go inside a structure?

[nate22]

I have a small structure on my course, a former pump station, and its location directly impedes the best location for a basket next to the dam (hence why a pump was there). I put it under the structure late today, before it bucketed down with rain, but was unable to take a picture and I headed for drier ground.

What are the legalities of this...the structure just fits a basket in it at full height (the top rest on the roof providing stability). The front opening facing the player is 2m across, same as the back. Each side has about a meter gap. There is iron around 3 sides of the structure, along the bottom, well below basket height.

looked for a pic of it empty, but alas have none...can add one later if questionable or illegal. Best I could find, it has been modified with the top side panels removed...

 

[Martin Dewgarita]

I don't know for sure about the legalities of it - I don't think there's any rules against it, But here's a thread I started on the topic: http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113861

 

[goosefraba1]

I believe that there is a course in the Chicago area with the basket elevated in a barn.

 

[goosefraba1]

I believe that there is a course in the Chicago area with the basket elevated in a barn.

 

[DavidSauls]

It's legal. Whether it is wise is another question.

I'm not clear about the structure from your description, but there is a design philosophy that says that you should have a shot at the basket from anywhere within the 10-meter circle. No necessarily an unobstructed shot, but at least a chance to stretch or straddle to one side or the other, and have a reasonable run at the basket. Does yours?

One consideration is that, if the disc is leaning against an interior wall, where would the player take his stance? Outside the wall? Would this be a severe penalty for a disc so close to the basket?

 

[BogeyNoMore]

I know your situation's different, but the answer is "Yes, and it might even become a course's signature hole."
NGCT's chicken coop:

If you can't fix it, feature it... be creative and make it memorable.

 

[1Roy]

Is that corrugated metal walls? Maybe you could take one or all of the sides off and make it more reasonable. A basket under a roof would be pretty cool. Im not so sure about a basket with walls on three sides.

 

[nate22]

It's legal. Whether it is wise is another question.

I'm not clear about the structure from your description, but there is a design philosophy that says that you should have a shot at the basket from anywhere within the 10-meter circle. No necessarily an unobstructed shot, but at least a chance to stretch or straddle to one side or the other, and have a reasonable run at the basket. Does yours?

One consideration is that, if the disc is leaning against an interior wall, where would the player take his stance? Outside the wall? Would this be a severe penalty for a disc so close to the basket?

anywhere on, in or against the structure would be a tap in...will test that 10m thing later and take pics.

 

[keith johnson]

I know your situation's different, but the answer is "Yes, and it might even become a course's signature hole."
NGCT's chicken coop:

If you can't fix it, feature it... be creative and make it memorable.

Hole 12 The "CHICKEN SHACK"!

Thanks for the props Bogey!

 

[nate22]

This way is facing the tee

 

[DavidSauls]

Ah, now that I see it, I retract my post. Nothing wrong with that. I'd go with it.

Of course, if a disc lands inside the structure, you have to carefully step over or straddle those sharp edges. Very carefully if you're a short guy.

One note: I assume the shot will come in perpendicular to the edge, so that if it comes in low it will just bang loudly and sit there. But if the line of play is at a 45 degree angle---if a corner points to where you're throwing from---you'll get some cool wicked caroms off it. Some of which will go in the water.

 

[nate22]

Im going to half fill the inside with rocks from the nearby slab, thousands of them. so clears up one fairway and adds to another.

 

[BogeyNoMore]

This way is facing the tee

Looks totally fair, unique and memorable to me. Love it!

I foresee some nasty bounces and rollaways!

 

[Sunday Mike]

That is a cool hole!!
I'm sure I would frequently end up under the tray inside the structure!!

 

[Cgkdisc]

Looks okay but I would remove perhaps the front lower panel for easy access to get at your disc in or under the basket.

 

[@iDiscGolf]

Discs hitting any edge of that thin metal will most likely do major damage to base plastic putters (good probability too with each edge so close to baskets sweet spot).

I personally think it's cool looking and unique, but if I played the course often It may start to feel gimmicky and a nuisance?

 

[DavidSauls]

Looks okay but I would remove perhaps the front lower panel for easy access to get at your disc in or under the basket.

Or the rear panel.

 

[nate22]

I am filling the bottom of it up with rocks, so people can just reach in and grab it

 

[nate22]

as for disc damage...have you seen hole 14 on my course, look at the link below

 

[brickdoctor]

I just looked at the photos of your course..awesome without a doubt has to be the most unique course ever..Great job and beautiful country.