I noticed you said you had problems throwing the driver on a run up (also flat footed) I had similar problems when I started, especialy on the run up.
I just practiced flat footed, then once I got that down, took a couple steps back, and a two step throw, then went to three, and so on and so forth. Till I got the full run up.
In the words of Dr. Leo Marvin "Baby steps to the door, Bob"
It will come to you, just have patience. You'll get there.
Haha, I think "baby steps is the way to go. I have been watching Dan Beto's video on youtube (mentioned w/link earlier) over & over, and have been working on the flat & 2 step. I don't have an area large enough to throw at home, so I've been faking it (over & over). My shoulder and arm are pretty sore now... so maybe I'm getting there.
Drive with your putters! By far the best way to tell what needs to be fixed in your form. Go to an open field and practice driving your putters. Video taping also helps a lot.
I never really thought about trying this, but I'll give it a shot. I also hope to video this weekend (even if I'm only up to a 2 step) it's gotta help.
Also your buzzz should be turning over with power if released flat.
I haven't noticed my buzzz turning over (maybe a little) seems to go pretty straight (it's pretty new and I've only thrown it 10x), my Stratus is the only one I can get to consistently turn over. Have been compensating by throwing FH, if I absolutely have to, but prefer the control of BH.
Try a 150 Orion LS in Sirius plastic and see how far and straight you throw that baby.
I might give that one a shot, trying to limit my purchases at this point (the wife is getting suspicious) lol. Currently, I get the most distance out of my Cyclone (5-6 years old) only beats my mids by approx 30' and is less predictable. I have tried a Cheetah & Valkyrie in 150, they also hooked hard just like my 170's.
As a fellow noob, I don't have much in the way of advice, other than some congrats on finding this site early on. It's been incredibly helpful to me, allowing me to draw on the wisdom of better players and learn more about discs, technique, etc.
I need to get a camera and get some footage of my throw like you have done. It's hard to get a feel for someone's description of their throw compared to actually seeing it.
Corey, I amazed at the amount of help and terrific advice I have gotten. I am a bit overwhelmed, but very appreciative. This is a great forum, and hopefully with practice, I can help someone else someday. I am a chronic lurker on here, and read as much as I can. Threads are always full of great info, supported opinions, and no attitudes. Very thankful for finding this site.
Well you have a lot of good advice to choose from here. I had Pro Grandmaster offer to teach me, I was lucky. He wouldnt let me do a run up or use a driver for the first month. I stood flat footed(well on my toes) and just threw midranges (Buzz) at a target. Always at a target. starting at 100-200. If it hyzers out, try to compensate by putting anyhzyer on it. Just throw with the goal of throwing flat and straight. I have to say it really helps to have someone who can watch you and see what you are doing wrong.
In the mean time go to the local Mini's or Leagues and meet the locals and try to find a friendly mentor...good luck.....
Great stuff, thank you. You were lucky, I have been going to my local course on weekends and travel to a larger/more popular course after course after work once a week. I have met a few people and chatted a bit, everyone is very friendly and I'm sure I can coherse some assistance from "the locals" in the near future. I keep a few extra cold one's in the bag, just in case.
I will get out and practice as you and others have suggested, with no run up yet, throwing mids, and what I think my biggest weakness is being smooth. I have definitely been trying to rip it to hard.
Lots to think about & practice! Thanks again everyone, I couldn't be happier with the advice and suggestions you have given me. Thank you so much for your time & expertise.
