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Variations of Flying Discs[edit]
Flying discs, or known as Frisbee, have variations produced for different purposes to optimize variations between branches of disc sports. The three main categories are: ultimate disc, golf disc, and freestyle disc.[1] Differences that seperate disc types generally include weight, diameter, and density. But all types of discs, are created by designing molds in factories where plastic materials are melted and then injected into the molding machine.
Ultimate Disc[edit]
Ultimate discs are designed to be used in the sport of Ultimate. Ultimate frisbees are made of durable plastic (often polyethylene) and are designed to be thrown for maximum distance and accuracy.[2] Ultimate frisbee has a unique standard with a diameter of 10.75 inches and a weight of 175 grams.[3] For competition uses, WFDF or other official organizations set disc standards to ensure quality.[4] Ultimate discs have a convexed rim and a flat top, which allows for precise throws and catches. The unit price for an ultimate disc is normally bounded within 10-20 USD.
Golf Disc[edit]
Another type of flying disc is the disc golf disc, which is used in the sport of disc golf. Disc golf discs are similar in size and shape to ultimate discs, but have different weights and designs.[5] The material often used to make golf discs is polypropylene.[6] There are three main types of disc golf discs: drivers, mid-range discs, and putters.[7] Each type is designed for a specific purpose, with drivers being used for long-distance throws, mid-range discs for more controlled shots, and putters for short and accurate throws into the target.[8] The rim for golf discs are sharper than ultimate frisbee, to reduce wind drag.[9] For each type of the golf disc, there are hundreds of variations. However, there is a uniform requirement in the size of discs: the minimum diameter of a golf disc is 21 centimeters (8.27 inches).[10] Price of a single golf disc is around 8-20 USD depending on quality and brand.
Freestyle Disc[edit]
Freestyle discs are another variation of flying discs that are used in freestyle Frisbee competitions. These discs are usually smaller and lighter than other types of flying discs. Most freestyle discs have a diameter of 10 inches or less and a weight of around 160 grams, but this is subjected to change according to the performer's need.[11] They are designed to be highly maneuverable, with a more rounded shape and a low profile that makes them easy to catch and perform tricks with.
Overall, all ultimate frisbees share the same size, weight, and shape. Whereas golf disc has a lot of variations for different uses just as golf shafts in the traditional golf sport. Freestyle disc more depends on the performers' needs and weather conditions.
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