Disc Downtown Grand Rapids
Sunday, July 29, 2018 at Discdowntown 2017 in Grand Rapids, MichiganXC-tier · PDGA-sanctioned doubles tournament
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About this tournament
Steve Hedstrom Sticky July 25, 2018 at 3:56am
Player parking is located at GVSU Mt Vernon Lot. (Mt Vernon Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504) https://goo.gl/maps/ZDFFBqr1XCK2
Tournament Central is located at GVSU Fulton Lot. (312 Fulton W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504) https://goo.gl/maps/5EFRtZH4Beo
sheldon bowen August 28, 2018 at 12:29am
It's been almost a month still no chill bean and starting to think it's not coming probably should have stayed especially after shorting my ace payout.
Steve Hedstrom
August 28, 2018 at 2:52pm
Please send an email to [email redacted] Sheldon. All ace pool payouts were equal.
"Lightning" Don Bush August 1, 2018 at 12:45am
Still waiting on my chillbean...
sheldon bowen July 31, 2018 at 11:35pm
Thanks for all the hard work had a great time. Thanks for mailing the chillbean.
Steve Nolff July 31, 2018 at 4:25pm
Just a fantastic event!! A ton of thanks to the volunteers, sponsors and TD staff for a slew of work to make this the unique, challenging and fun event it has been both times I have played.
Is there going to be someplace to see pics? I saw a couple people snapping shots along the round.
Good luck in Peoria.
Steve Hedstrom
July 31, 2018 at 4:28pm
Thanks so much Steve! :-) We're so happy to have you back again for this special day. Yes, we had multiple people taking pics and will be getting a link to them all here in a day or two. Will post a link here on DGS to see them as well. :-) Peoria here comes DIsc Downtown!
Clayton Kirner Steve Hedstrom
August 20, 2018 at 1:54pm
I haven't got them yet, but thanks for the reminder and will check on them. I want to see them too now that we're back from Peoria. :-)
Doug Cary July 31, 2018 at 1:43pm
Awesome tournament! Just out of curiosity, when are the scores going to be posted?
Jon Marble July 29, 2018 at 10:32pm
Awesome tournament thanks to all the volunteers and staff can’t wait for next year
Ryan Traud July 28, 2018 at 9:19pm
Is am shotgun tee off at 930 or can we tee any time between 930- 1230?
Steve Hedstrom
July 28, 2018 at 11:23pm
Shotgun tee at 9:30 after am player meeting. All holes will be full. See you in the morning Ryan. :-)
sheldon bowen July 27, 2018 at 12:03pm
Are the discs pdga approved? Anyone know how the buzzz flies?
Steve Nolff
July 27, 2018 at 1:17pm
Surprisingly not too bad. They are soft though. Most holes last year were not long enough to force you to really mash on the throw though.
Randy "Shide-Arm" Shideler
July 27, 2018 at 1:22pm
For me, a sidearmer, I put a lot of snap on them & still does not flip. By your pic, I'm gonna go out on a limb & say you appear to be a Roc guy. It shouldn't be a terrible transition to throw this Buzzz. Unless the mere thought of touching a Buzzz causes pain....
sheldon bowen
July 27, 2018 at 1:44pm
Appreciate the info guys, and yes definitely a Roc guy but a Buzzz isn't much different.
"Lightning" Don Bush July 26, 2018 at 6:02pm
I'm off this Sunday and would love to play in this tournament but, I need a partner! Anybody wanna join me?
Steve Nolff
July 27, 2018 at 5:26pm
Come on, someone help out this fellow. He is a good guy and a lot of fun.
Jeremy Matson July 25, 2018 at 2:16am
Where do we meet day of? Im coming from the otherside of the state and I not familiar with the Grand Rapids area
Steve Hedstrom
July 25, 2018 at 3:55am
Thanks for asking and great question. Here we go: Player parking is located at GVSU Mt Vernon Lot. (Mt Vernon Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504) https://goo.gl/maps/ZDFFBqr1XCK2 Tournament Central is located at GVSU Fulton Lot. (312 Fulton W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504) https://goo.gl/maps/5EFRtZH4Beo
sam vandergraaf July 23, 2018 at 4:29pm
is the family fun part still part of the tournament, or is it more of a casual round that my whole family can play along. my wife and 2 kids would love to try this format, and i was just wondering if all 4 of us can play as a group. thanks
Steve Hedstrom
July 24, 2018 at 2:25am
It's 24 holes this year, but short answer is yeah, play as many holes you want. Discs are $20 each. Kids disc-counted.
sam vandergraaf
July 24, 2018 at 3:59pm
oone last question, if i sign up and prereg for the family fun part, do all four of us get 1 disc, or is it just the 2 discs for the entry. thank you very much for your help, we look forward to seeing you on sunday
Steve Hedstrom
July 24, 2018 at 7:13pm
2 discs for the Family Fun round (1 per player), we'll figure out the kids in person down there.
Brynn Farnstrom July 19, 2018 at 12:27pm
Is my team limited to only 2 people (including myself) or can I have a 3rd and 4th team member to switch playing holes on?
Steve Hedstrom
July 19, 2018 at 12:44pm
In the PDGA portion of the tourney, 2 person teams only in Pro and Am. The family fun round is non-competitive, so playing in and team format is fine there.
Miles Lawrence July 19, 2018 at 11:40am
So for ams is this a byop doubles? We only use the discs given to us for the event?
Randy "Shide-Arm" Shideler
July 19, 2018 at 11:44am
Yes and yes. Join up for some rare treats - special disc & spectacular course.
Steve Hedstrom
July 19, 2018 at 12:42pm
Thanks Randy. Yes and Yes like Randy said. Last year's DD Buzzzes and "Urban Disco" Magnet or Challenger are also throwable, if you have them.
Steve Nolff July 18, 2018 at 2:54pm
If you are on the fence about playing this tournament, get off of the fence. This is a one of a kind, unique opportunity. I played last year and this was one of the most memorable disc golf experience to date. Playing through an urban area, around buildings, streets, fences, water, sculptures and museums. The organization is superb and the tournament well run. Last tournament we had a guide that led us from hole to hole and kept score. You don't get chances to play this type of disc golf very often. Come on out and check this off your bucket list.
Steve Hedstrom
July 18, 2018 at 3:32pm
Thanks so much for the awesome review and looking forward to year 2 with you Steve! :-)
Dwayne Kay
July 26, 2018 at 3:58pm
What Steve said! Had so much fun last year, I'm coming back for more!
Ian Hamilton July 18, 2018 at 1:11pm
Ian Hamilton #97422 & Sam Mrdeza #60536
Team Great Lakes Disc
Chris Trumbull July 18, 2018 at 1:08pm
will there be extra "Urban Safe" ( all 3; Magnet, Buzz and Chally) disc available to purchase at player check in and if so how much?
Steve Hedstrom
July 18, 2018 at 2:34pm
Thanks Steve and you're right. No Magnets, but yes Buzzz and Chally extras for $20 either at tourney, on reg page when signing up, or email [email redacted] how many you want.
Chris Trumbull
July 18, 2018 at 7:21pm
My partner registered us so i did not know that. But good to know they will be available at check in. I was at the last tourney and have 2 Buzz aready but i ziplocked 1 for safe keeping. plan on bring the other but thought i might want an extra. Plan on doing the same for the Chally. ziplock 1 play ... more
Steve Hedstrom
July 19, 2018 at 2:10am
For sure. Thanks Chris. We'll have different colors, stamps and the 2 molds to choose from. I like the 1 to throw and 1+ to save method myself too.
Heidi Matheson July 18, 2018 at 12:15am
Sorry guys, can’t make this year, funds are low and travel is tough!!
Steve Hedstrom
July 18, 2018 at 2:37pm
All good Heidi, maybe see you on the East side in 2019... ;-)
Kyle Myers July 17, 2018 at 5:21pm
What's the contact information I need to request a refund
Steve Hedstrom
July 17, 2018 at 7:17pm
Good talking with you on the phone Kyle. We'll get you 2 Buzzes.
Steve Simison July 12, 2018 at 10:02am
Will you be taking walk ups the morning of the event?
Steve Hedstrom
July 12, 2018 at 1:20pm
Yes Steve, we will take walk ups the day of DDGR. Pre-reg is highly recommended to secure your spot and only way to get a shirt.
Super helpful, Steve. Thanks.
Yep, my pleasure Steve and see you Sunday! :-) Let's do this! :-)
We'll have signage out for parking too. :-)