Charlotte Am Preview Professional Disc Golf Association
Not only is this a tribute to the some day future dream home course of yours truely Mr. Diggs but there is a contest at the end....I guess its free. Sign up and lets hope we win!!!!!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Sunday, June 13, 2010
I'm Back, Baby!
Hello ya'll,
The laziness surrounding the loss of my password and the subsequent recovery of it has abated, allowing me to join you fine fellows once more! I am excited and encouraged by the newfound participation in the blog and will seek to become a regular contributor once again. While I will be gone all of next week, I hope to be back in full force afterwards.
I have many issues I wish to address and proffer to you. Among them are a more formalized response to the MRK's post on pay-to-plays; impressions on my new local courses; bachelor party excitement; and items surrounding our group's identity. Stay tuned, dear friends.
Until then, may the weather be calm and your putts steady.
~Diggs
The laziness surrounding the loss of my password and the subsequent recovery of it has abated, allowing me to join you fine fellows once more! I am excited and encouraged by the newfound participation in the blog and will seek to become a regular contributor once again. While I will be gone all of next week, I hope to be back in full force afterwards.
I have many issues I wish to address and proffer to you. Among them are a more formalized response to the MRK's post on pay-to-plays; impressions on my new local courses; bachelor party excitement; and items surrounding our group's identity. Stay tuned, dear friends.
Until then, may the weather be calm and your putts steady.
~Diggs
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Why NOT Post This-2010 Japan Open Intro
If I ever get to Japan...probably should stop by here. Maybe Crazy John will be around.
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
"Pay to Play" it's just another way to say Green Fees
I can speak for myself and most likely many others on here with this next sentence. We play disc golf for the fun, recreation, oneness with nature, the chicks (lol), and most of all the thrill of hucking a round PDGA approved disc as far and as accurate as we can. But really we play it cause it's a relatively cheap sport to get into. Unless you are Diggs and ask Mr. Mike Snelson to look up how many points you have earned at Fairway Flyerz over the last 5 years. I really can't say anything...I'm just as guilty. But who cares...some people choose archery or fishing. We chose DISC GOLF!
Pay to Play courses have been growing in popularity and have seemed to emerge in the Twin Cities within the last few years. Here is a list I have compiled and most likely missed a few.
1. Blue Ribbon Pines (East Bethel) $5 a round or $10 all day
2. Elm Creek DGC (Maple Grove) $3 for the each of the following courses or $35 for a season pass
3. Hyland DGC (Bloomington)
4. Bryant Lake DGC (Eden Prairie)
You can now add North Valley Park DGC (soon to be renamed Valley Park DGC cause some of the holes will be located in South Valley Park incorporating both parks) & Kaposia DGC to these lists.
According to the "local legends" at FF and the Inver Grove Heights Parks and Rec website. It will be $30 for a season pass that includes both parks. The fee right now will cover improvements to have four of the holes re-aligned to South Valley Park as mentioned above, new T-Pads, SIGNAGE and a few new baskets.
I can speak from experience and complete frustration. Both of these courses desperately need signage and a few cosmetic improvements. So this is a positive for the park. Sadly I don't think I'll play these courses because I just don't think I would get my $30 worth...now if there was a way to classify this as a charitable donation...possible tax write offs could change my mind.
We all know the debate very well concerning the Pay v. Free argument. If it's free it allows for more people to access the course. There is minimal upkeep. I played Acorn yesterday and the course was littered with beer bottles/cans. Every trash was overflowing and needed pickup. If you pay....it limits the number of people...which is a good thing in my opinion. The course management is much better. fairways are manicured and pristine. (see BRP) Includes a more enjoyable experience for those who are serious disc golfers. The debate goes on. My opinion rides the fence on this issue. I love playing BRP because the course is just that great....the atmosphere is amazing and DG is just in the air almost. But I'm also a big fan of FREE. I look forward to playing both types in the near future.
**Speaking of Pay to Play courses....check this website out regularly. http://www.castlerockdiscgolf.com/
It's the Twin Cities newest and still under construction. The place is going to be Highbridge esk. ***
Also if you are looking for some DG blog reading this article is nice to read for the mental aspect of the game.
http://mnfrisbee.ning.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2718592%3ABlogPost%3A3656
Until next post.
Mid Range King
Pay to Play courses have been growing in popularity and have seemed to emerge in the Twin Cities within the last few years. Here is a list I have compiled and most likely missed a few.
1. Blue Ribbon Pines (East Bethel) $5 a round or $10 all day
2. Elm Creek DGC (Maple Grove) $3 for the each of the following courses or $35 for a season pass
3. Hyland DGC (Bloomington)
4. Bryant Lake DGC (Eden Prairie)
You can now add North Valley Park DGC (soon to be renamed Valley Park DGC cause some of the holes will be located in South Valley Park incorporating both parks) & Kaposia DGC to these lists.
According to the "local legends" at FF and the Inver Grove Heights Parks and Rec website. It will be $30 for a season pass that includes both parks. The fee right now will cover improvements to have four of the holes re-aligned to South Valley Park as mentioned above, new T-Pads, SIGNAGE and a few new baskets.
I can speak from experience and complete frustration. Both of these courses desperately need signage and a few cosmetic improvements. So this is a positive for the park. Sadly I don't think I'll play these courses because I just don't think I would get my $30 worth...now if there was a way to classify this as a charitable donation...possible tax write offs could change my mind.
We all know the debate very well concerning the Pay v. Free argument. If it's free it allows for more people to access the course. There is minimal upkeep. I played Acorn yesterday and the course was littered with beer bottles/cans. Every trash was overflowing and needed pickup. If you pay....it limits the number of people...which is a good thing in my opinion. The course management is much better. fairways are manicured and pristine. (see BRP) Includes a more enjoyable experience for those who are serious disc golfers. The debate goes on. My opinion rides the fence on this issue. I love playing BRP because the course is just that great....the atmosphere is amazing and DG is just in the air almost. But I'm also a big fan of FREE. I look forward to playing both types in the near future.
**Speaking of Pay to Play courses....check this website out regularly. http://www.castlerockdiscgolf.com/
It's the Twin Cities newest and still under construction. The place is going to be Highbridge esk. ***
Also if you are looking for some DG blog reading this article is nice to read for the mental aspect of the game.
http://mnfrisbee.ning.com/profiles/blog/show?id=2718592%3ABlogPost%3A3656
Until next post.
Mid Range King
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Discraft Disc Golf Clinic: Getting Out Of Trouble
I came across this excellent learning tool today. I figured we could use this to help us get out of some sticky situations. I learned some new techniques on rollers. Enjoy!
Saturday, May 08, 2010
Disc Golf writing
I'v been killing a ton of time reading about disc golf, watching disc golf, and generally obsessing over disc golf. here's a site I stumbled over today.
www.discgolftraveler.com
It a level of blogging to aspire towards.
www.discgolftraveler.com
It a level of blogging to aspire towards.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Finding discs
You know that feeling when you find a disc out on the course?
It doesn't have a name or number on it and no one else is even playing that day. It's yours now and you are so excited to add seomthing to your bag (even if it is a domed, dx spider that you never throw).
Well, earlier I was rummaging through my closet and I found a DX Beast. It was a present for christmas that I had forgotten about. Not exactly and "found" disc but it elicited the same types of feelings. I was excited!
May this coming disc season bring you straight shots, 400ft drives, and at least one found disc.
best wishes,
urbwes
It doesn't have a name or number on it and no one else is even playing that day. It's yours now and you are so excited to add seomthing to your bag (even if it is a domed, dx spider that you never throw).
Well, earlier I was rummaging through my closet and I found a DX Beast. It was a present for christmas that I had forgotten about. Not exactly and "found" disc but it elicited the same types of feelings. I was excited!
May this coming disc season bring you straight shots, 400ft drives, and at least one found disc.
best wishes,
urbwes
The power of disc golf in SW Minnesota
Here in SW MN things are changing for the better. New courses (Redwood Falls) and revamped and revitalized courses (SMSU) are changing the area from disc golf wasteland to livable area. This is thanks, in part to one of my converts and friends. This guy, let's call him "the nuke" caught on to disc golf last summer. He's been hooked and had turned some other guys to disc golf on the SMSU campus as well.
Their enthusiasm has led to the change for the school course. Before, the course used long wooden logs to symbolize tee pads and the layout of holes was confusing. To add to that, all of the shots were straight and on flat ground (easy enough to do out here on the plains). The course shure made a guy feel good about his game, but it also led to complacency.
So enter "the nuke"
His advocacy, along with a few other diehard DISCers brings:
a new layout to the holes adding difficulty and skill shots (a 500ft bomb hole is a must!)
a soon to come map
permanent, yellow, tee box markers with numbers.
metal number signs on top of the baskets
more trash cans to keep our fair course clean
signs at every hole showing hole number, direction, and approx. distance
a future possibility for cement tees!
These guys are going to have an article in the local paper to boost visibility and we hope to plan a grand opening and possibly a tournament!
Going out on the course I've already seen more disc golfers than ever and I hope to see popularity grow in this area.
"The Nuke" and I plan on playing the Redwood Falls tourney this summer and we're looking to play three courses tomorrow.
keep on discing
and spread the news. You never know when you might infect someone like "the nuke" with a passion for disc golf!
Their enthusiasm has led to the change for the school course. Before, the course used long wooden logs to symbolize tee pads and the layout of holes was confusing. To add to that, all of the shots were straight and on flat ground (easy enough to do out here on the plains). The course shure made a guy feel good about his game, but it also led to complacency.
So enter "the nuke"
His advocacy, along with a few other diehard DISCers brings:
a new layout to the holes adding difficulty and skill shots (a 500ft bomb hole is a must!)
a soon to come map
permanent, yellow, tee box markers with numbers.
metal number signs on top of the baskets
more trash cans to keep our fair course clean
signs at every hole showing hole number, direction, and approx. distance
a future possibility for cement tees!
These guys are going to have an article in the local paper to boost visibility and we hope to plan a grand opening and possibly a tournament!
Going out on the course I've already seen more disc golfers than ever and I hope to see popularity grow in this area.
"The Nuke" and I plan on playing the Redwood Falls tourney this summer and we're looking to play three courses tomorrow.
keep on discing
and spread the news. You never know when you might infect someone like "the nuke" with a passion for disc golf!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
Discers Without Boarders
Cold Lampin' is in the middle of a format adjustment. It is necessary for our survival to reach beyond our discing center into a broader approach to all things athletic. This is really just a recognition of who we really are. Each blogger has passions beyond disc golf, reaching nearly every facet of life: professional football, college football, and even college basketball provided its March. Hence, we will be expanding our focus to include all things sports.
To kick off this new venture (boy, this is exciting!), I thought I'd give my thoughts on the Orange Bowl, or more specifically, the lead in to the Orange Bowl. For those who are unaware, the Orange Bowl is a college football bowl, and an important one at that. Only those teams who are among the best in the nation will be invited to play there. This year, Georgia Tech and my beloved Iowa Hawkeyes are facing off (tonight, actually!).
But unless you were a fan, I doubt you would have known that. Unfortunately, the marketing folks seem to undervalue this matchup. Between the controversies around the Cincy-Florida game, the meeting of the undefeateds Boise State and TCU, or the upcoming "Title" game, the Orange Bowl is horribly under-discussed. I have yet to see much memorable coverage on the game and the marching bands are on the field as we speak! Well, if they don't want to promote a great game, there's not much I can do about it. I hope those of you who care get to see the exciting game. Enjoy the Iowa victory!
Go Hawks!
To kick off this new venture (boy, this is exciting!), I thought I'd give my thoughts on the Orange Bowl, or more specifically, the lead in to the Orange Bowl. For those who are unaware, the Orange Bowl is a college football bowl, and an important one at that. Only those teams who are among the best in the nation will be invited to play there. This year, Georgia Tech and my beloved Iowa Hawkeyes are facing off (tonight, actually!).
But unless you were a fan, I doubt you would have known that. Unfortunately, the marketing folks seem to undervalue this matchup. Between the controversies around the Cincy-Florida game, the meeting of the undefeateds Boise State and TCU, or the upcoming "Title" game, the Orange Bowl is horribly under-discussed. I have yet to see much memorable coverage on the game and the marching bands are on the field as we speak! Well, if they don't want to promote a great game, there's not much I can do about it. I hope those of you who care get to see the exciting game. Enjoy the Iowa victory!
Go Hawks!
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