plastic cannon
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is the ridge pretty stable? can it handle some power if drove?
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[Vibram] Vibram Disc Golf Thread
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I might have to clear out my schedule more than I am for my trip to worlds for this. I'll bring my camera too and see if we can't get some footage for the TV show, HA! Kyle is a great guy and is really stepping up in the Colorado Disc Golf world right now.
For those of you who do not know, Kyle is the man behind Phenix Disc Golf, maker of the best quad straps out there and Pinnacle Retailer of Vibram. I feel lucky to be in the same state as this man.
justin
Double Eagle Member
It absolutely can hold some power. The VP is the give-it-all-you-got overstable putter and the Ridge is right down the middle in my opinion. Huck it for some slight turn over or throw it wing down as hard as you can for a flip uptp flat but not over. It really changed my game. I think my x-link Ridges fly just like S-Wizards but with less glide. They're amazing.
Hlasianguy06
Eagle Member
I wish I threw vibram a lot sooner so you could have. I've had some sweet but crazy skips with softs. Missing my soft ibex more and more. I'm starting to hate my firm one.
Lewis
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Goodness yes. The Ridge is a great putter for driving. Straight as an arrow all the way to the ground. You will be happy. :thmbup:
Hlasianguy06
Eagle Member
The Ridge is probably my most thrown disc now, so much love for this thing.
plastic cannon
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how about the summit? i cant seem to find a granite ridge in anything over 169, and i tend to use 173-75 to putt with. is the summit pretty understable? how about the v.p.? is it super overstable?
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Radiomuted
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I would say so.... I hyzer flip my Summit quite a bit. Not to mention, once you put anny on it, it ****ing holds it. Wonderfully workable disc. I have a 174 that I putt with and a 165 (thanks Justin) that I drive with. The 165 glides noticeably longer.
Oh, they are both medium. I have a 173 soft summit that is definitely more understable.
Oh, they are both medium. I have a 173 soft summit that is definitely more understable.
plastic cannon
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what would you compare the summit to as far as other manufacturers go?
curveball4
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I would say Magic with not as much glide
captain jack
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I got this 174 X link Granite Ridge recently, so I know thier out there.
Summit is understable, but not crazy flippy because it lacks big glide. VP is overstable, but there are other putters out there that will fade sooner, and harder.
Innova XD
Dana
Double Eagle Member
What do you want for that Ridge!!!? 
Brick Forcepush
Eagle Member
Lol that ridge looks awesome!!!!!!!!!!!
plastic cannon
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thanks for that info. the vibram putters just seem like a win win to me. a base plastic feel, in a super premium rubber. i think ill try a summit and a V.P., worst case is i like them both and the compliment each other well. but let me know if you wanna come off that ridge or any other granite goodies you may haveI got this 174 X link Granite Ridge recently, so I know thier out there.
Summit is understable, but not crazy flippy because it lacks big glide. VP is overstable, but there are other putters out there that will fade sooner, and harder.
Innova XD
captain jack
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Its easy to transition between the VP/Ridge/Summit putters, they are all pretty much the same mold size and shape, with just a change in bead, so the feel is the same for each.
Much easier than adjusting between other over/stable/under combos, like say, a Rhyno and a Polecat, which have completely different rims.
I do think you should get both putters in the same stiffness (soft,regular, or firm) because I do notice the release point is different depending on stickiness, so it might be easier to get used to the differences in stability with the disc if you can release them both the same.
And "Stripes" is nfs guys, sorry.
Much easier than adjusting between other over/stable/under combos, like say, a Rhyno and a Polecat, which have completely different rims.
I do think you should get both putters in the same stiffness (soft,regular, or firm) because I do notice the release point is different depending on stickiness, so it might be easier to get used to the differences in stability with the disc if you can release them both the same.
And "Stripes" is nfs guys, sorry.
plastic cannon
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i putt with FLX challengers right now, but they get slippery, and the ESP doesnt really offer a whole lot of durability. how do you think the switch to summits be?
Radiomuted
Birdie Member
Pretty dope Ridge, Jack... I also agree with getting the same firmness for both. Flexibility plays a large role with Vibram.
captain jack
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In terms of durability, you will loose a Summit before you wear it out, they are very hard to damage.
As far as slickness, some have mentioned a greasiness with the firm rubber, but I have never experienced it with any formula.
I currently throw a Super Firm Ridge here in the rainforest, which is the stiffest rubber, in rain or snow, with mud on the course for most of the year, but I have not experienced any loss of grip at all, even when driving with it.
captain jack
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Also, I'm not a Challenger thrower, but in terms of numbers and flight characteristics, I think the Ridge is a closer match, unless you are looking for a less stable disc.
Brick Forcepush
Eagle Member
I just started to throw a Ridge and Summit off the teepad. AND I LOVE THEM!!
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