nice job!
here's the one i made with crap laying around the garage:
and the original thread:
http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22256&highlight=ghetto+basket
Actually, doesn't this thread pre-date the one you referenced?
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Actually, doesn't this thread pre-date the one you referenced?
Spectre742
Newbie
My Lil' Tiki Target
This is a simple target that I made for under $10 using an old tiki torch, tire chains, a basket, an old disk (for the top), some twine, wire, and a little duct tape. I obtained a few scrap pieces of exhaust pipe from a local welding shop to hammer in the ground as placement holes. This way the target can easily be moved to various points in my backyard. It is not regulation diameter although it's height is very close. It is in fact is quite different from a standard basket. The idea is that if I can putt this target consistently and successfully, the big targets will be a breeze...and I still get the ching sound when I hit it. Best part is that you can light it up and do some night putting.
This is a simple target that I made for under $10 using an old tiki torch, tire chains, a basket, an old disk (for the top), some twine, wire, and a little duct tape. I obtained a few scrap pieces of exhaust pipe from a local welding shop to hammer in the ground as placement holes. This way the target can easily be moved to various points in my backyard. It is not regulation diameter although it's height is very close. It is in fact is quite different from a standard basket. The idea is that if I can putt this target consistently and successfully, the big targets will be a breeze...and I still get the ching sound when I hit it. Best part is that you can light it up and do some night putting.
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Guru10
Birdie Member
how does it catch discs? looks like its just a pole with a basket in the middle. the chain assembly and top look useless. but if it works...
The chains are just there for the sound effects.
You are right. If you can make putts in that thing, normal baskets will be a breeze.
Spectre742
Newbie
It's actually pretty decent for what it is, and the chains grab the discs pretty well. It's just something simple and cheap to shoot at to work on accuracy. Prior to this I was using a tree. lol. I'm in the process or making an all steel replica target all built to PDGA specs.
this is what I expected to see:
hole 1 at my school
hole 1 at my school
looks like it came from Sanford & Sons
Spectre742
Newbie
nice
I like the widchimes on there! Not pretty but does the job. Don't forget to switch to studded tires for winter disc golf. lol
I like the widchimes on there! Not pretty but does the job. Don't forget to switch to studded tires for winter disc golf. lol
Dthunderchicken
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this is what I expected to see:
hole 1 at my school
A new twist on a tone pole. I like it!
MooTaters
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All steel eh?...I bet that's not going to be portable.
militarybaskets
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Handmade Basket
Hello everyone this is my second basket I have made and wanted to see what everyone thinks.
It is made from rebar and steel plates. I have seen courses with yellow baskets so I thought I would put my own twist on it and paint it Orange.
Thanks
Hello everyone this is my second basket I have made and wanted to see what everyone thinks.
It is made from rebar and steel plates. I have seen courses with yellow baskets so I thought I would put my own twist on it and paint it Orange.
Thanks
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Phil_Ludvik
Par Member
Clearly you are good with your hands, cuz the craftmanship on that thing is really nice.
That being said, If i was to have one for myself, I would want the basket way deeper, and to have the chains extend further down.
Still a sweet basket :thmbup:
That being said, If i was to have one for myself, I would want the basket way deeper, and to have the chains extend further down.
Still a sweet basket :thmbup:
yawpstang64
Double Eagle Member
Seriously impressive rebar work!
Longer chains are essential though; as it is now, a low straight shot thats an inch away from the center pole could go right through without hitting a chain.
Longer chains are essential though; as it is now, a low straight shot thats an inch away from the center pole could go right through without hitting a chain.
Smokin' Joe
Par Member
Chains? We don't need no stinkin' chains!
bee_ryce
Par Member
Some longer chains and you got yourself a pretty good looking basket! Luckily thats a pretty easy fix. The chains you have there might work well as an inner layer.
Not sure about the base though, looks like it would get knocked over easy, and I doubt you could place it on a hill side without it toppling.
Not sure about the base though, looks like it would get knocked over easy, and I doubt you could place it on a hill side without it toppling.
How does the rough texture of the rebar affect the discs? Does it chew 'em up some?
Razor
Par Member
I can't speak for this one, but I have one that has some rebar and it does chew them up. I have chunks and gouges in several of my discs. I finally talked Santa Clause into bringing me a discatcher this past Christmas. :clap:
militarybaskets
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That base wieghs about 40 lbs and is very sturdy but a hillside would be a problem.
When I put it together for the first time with the chains i realized they where too short. I think I will end up using some of those as inner chains and get some outer chains that are longer. Or just shorten up my pole.
I got my hands on a lot of scrap rebar and this was my first basket of many. I am going to try and sell it on my trip to Oregon next week to get some money for more chains and welding supplies. What do you guys think would be a fair price?
When I put it together for the first time with the chains i realized they where too short. I think I will end up using some of those as inner chains and get some outer chains that are longer. Or just shorten up my pole.
I got my hands on a lot of scrap rebar and this was my first basket of many. I am going to try and sell it on my trip to Oregon next week to get some money for more chains and welding supplies. What do you guys think would be a fair price?
post that in the unique/odd baskets thread and in the homemade baskets gallery. That is a unique high quality basket!
