Nets are are the best way to get feedback on a lot of throws in the shortest amount of time. It is important to set up your throwing net to safely catch your TechDisc, protecting both your surroundings and your TechDisc. Here's what you need to know:
- Net Material: Make sure your net is made of a soft material that will slow down the disc gently. Avoid using nets with holes larger than 2 inches, like soccer goal nets. Some catching nets can heat due to friction caused by a spinning disc, which may cause the plastic coating on the rim of the disc to melt/peel.
- Floor Material: When possible, choose a surface that provides enough grip for a comfortable plant/brace but is ideally softer to reduce the shock on your TechDisc. Placing a turf, mat or carpet where the disc falls is a great substitute.
- Net Slack: Ensure the net has some slack to absorb the impact of the throw. A taut net can put too much stress on the TechDisc and may bounce the disc back at you.
- Throwing Distance: TechDisc needs less than 3 feet of flight to capture data. Mark a spot on the ground 3 feet or more away from where your fully extended throwing arm meets the net. This ensures your throws won't miss the net.
- Recommended Nets:
- Visionary Disc Golf Nets makes a great disc golf specific net. We recommend the 10' net to give yourself enough space to throw realistic launch angles or if you want to work on overhand shots (Thumber/Tomahawk) . Use code "techdisc" to get 10% off your order.
- https://visionarydiscgolf.com/collections/our-nets/products/medium-portable-disc-golf-training-net - Available on Amazon for $69.99 (no base/supports)
- https://www.amazon.com//dp/B07PLQ4GC9/ - For larger or permanent installations custom netting we recommend the #36 x 1-3/4" Knotted Nylon Netting from Gourock.
- https://www.gourock.com/KNN36175.html
- Visionary Disc Golf Nets makes a great disc golf specific net. We recommend the 10' net to give yourself enough space to throw realistic launch angles or if you want to work on overhand shots (Thumber/Tomahawk) . Use code "techdisc" to get 10% off your order.
- DIY: A bedsheet or large blanket can be a cheaper option than purchasing a net. Make sure the material is secured appropriately to the ceiling and that it is heavy enough to slow down the disc before it hits a wall. ALWAYS allow room for the TechDisc to fall safely. Ensure you leave ample room for your run up and swing to protect yourself in tight spaces.
- Professional: A golf simulator can be easily reconfigured for use with TechDisc. The important difference is that TechDisc SHOULD NOT be thrown into a projector screen. Install a net before the projector screen and use an ultra-short throw projector behind the net to get the most seamless disc golf simulator experience.
- Simulator frame: Carl's Place has excellent options of various sizes and are high-quality and easy to assemble.
- Ultra Short Throw Projector: Epson - EpiqVision Ultra LS300 is a cost-effective option.
- Net: The #36 x 1-3/4" net from Gourock is easy to see through while sill being strong enough for the disc golf throw.
Throwing in a Field
When you don't have a net for throwing into, open fields are another safe option for throwing your TechDisc, especially for practicing consistency. Here are some things to keep in mind:
- Data Transmission: TechDisc works very quickly and transmits data back to your Bluetooth device. For some devices the Bluetooth transmission is fast enough that the data will be uploaded before it flies out of Bluetooth range. For all other cases the TechDisc will store the throw and blink blue until the throw data is safely uploaded to your account when you retrieve the disc.
- Practice Consistency: Using a field allows for ideal practice when throwing multiple discs and comparing metrics. For consistent technique analysis, use your TechDisc alongside a stack of similar discs, measuring metrics like hyzer angles, speed, and spin. Keep in mind that the added sensors and housing of the TechDisc will impact its flight characteristics; for example, a TechDisc Force might fly somewhat like a seasoned Destroyer. It's still best to throw the TechDisc into a net and compare the simulated flight to throws on the field with your other discs.
- TechDisc Safety: TechDisc is safe for field work, provided you avoid landing it on hard surfaces like asphalt or concrete and prevent it from striking trees.
What to Avoid Throwing At:
Here's a list of objects that can damage your TechDisc and should be avoided. (These decelerate the disc too quickly and put stress on the electronics)
- Trees
- Walls
- Heavy blankets
- Projector screens
- Nets with large holes (over 2 inches)
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