Break the Chains

The main thing about the flow on the course is that in addition to the permanent 9 holes of Fairmont, we will play a temporary 9 holes designed just for this tournament. The layout and location of th ... show more ›

The main thing about the flow on the course is that in addition to the permanent 9 holes of Fairmont, we will play a temporary 9 holes designed just for this tournament. The layout and location of those 9 holes depends on the City/County plans to begin working on Soccer Fields in the area. So... the exact layout will not be determined until April 8th.

One of the alternate layouts will involve using an alternate temporary T for hole #2. So we may or may not use the normal #2 T.

Also, there are a number of safety issues, as Kevin Zane pointed out, relating to current T-pad/hole configurations on the permanent course. (eg... I just threw my number 5 drive across the #6 T-pad) We MAY move some of the T-locations temporarily for the tournament to help alleviate some of the problems. We MAY also create some Mandatory routes. However, since this tournament is trying to be beginner-friendly, the simpler the better! So we MAY simply ask all participants to wait to throw until they are certain that other players are out of the way, even if they are not technically on the fairway for the hole being played.

For now, practicing the original 9 (and your putting) will be the best preparation for the tournament.

Let me add the following from the PDGA: ADVANCED--the top amateur division. Tournament experienced players who have played disc golf for several years, and developed consistency. Throw 300-450 feet ... show more ›

Let me add the following from the PDGA:
ADVANCED--the top amateur division. Tournament experienced players who have played disc golf for several years, and developed consistency. Throw 300-450 feet, make 5-7 out of 10 puttss from 25-30 feet, have different shots in their arsenal. Score range under 58 for 18 holes.

Recreational or Intermediate? As far as this tournament goes, the first question to ask yourself, is--do you want to play 18 holes or 36 holes? RECREATIONAL players will play one round of 18 h ... show more ›

Recreational or Intermediate?

As far as this tournament goes, the first question to ask yourself, is--do you want to play 18 holes or 36 holes?

RECREATIONAL players will play one round of 18 holes in the morning, then receive their prizes after lunch.

INTERMEDIATE players will return after lunch, regroup according to score, and play a second round of 18 holes.

The Professional Disc Golf Association suggests the following guidelines for determining which division you belong in:
INTERMEDIATE -- Developing players who have played 2-3 years with improved consistency and accuracy. Throw 250-350 feet, make 5-7 out of 10 putts from 20 feet. Score range under 63 (for 18 holes).

RECREATIONAL--for players who have played 1-2 years and are gaining consistency and accuracy. Throw 200-300 feet, make 4-6 out of 10 Putts from 20 feet, learning different shots. Score range 63 or more (for 18 holes).

In addition, the PDGA has a NOVICE classification, we are not offering a NOVICE division in this tournament, so if you feel you fall into this category, you should definitely play recreational if you want to be competitive:
NOVICE--"For beginning and casual players who are learning basic Frisbee and disc golf skills. Throw 175-250 feet, make 3-5 out of 10 putts from 20 feet, can throw backhand with some accuracy. Score range 68 or more( for 18 holes).

I just registered!!.... really looking forward to this although I don't really play Fairmont very much. Thanks Kevin for putting this together for everyone. What mold are the discs for the players pac ... show more ›

I just registered!!.... really looking forward to this although I don't really play Fairmont very much. Thanks Kevin for putting this together for everyone. What mold are the discs for the players pack?
I had a few questions about the issues with flow on the course. Will there be any marked mandos or anything to consider if I head out ahead of time to practice the course? For example, #5's teepad is right in the hyzer route for #4's basket.